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Air Force research team awarded patent for new tunable radio frequency filter Better than activated carbon: Anti-bacterial graphene face masks developed by Hong Kong researchers GM's electric vehicles will include industry's first wireless battery management system Research provides simple explanation for paradox of a spiraling football |
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How Universal Robots made CNC machine tending take flight Whippany Actuations Systems makes electro-mechanical actuation systems for the aerospace and defense industries. The company needed to increase production quickly, preferred to manufacture in-house, and looked for an alternative solution to sinking a large expenditure into a new CNC machine. Watch how this was done by our Featured Sponsor Universal Robots: Get started with cobots -- download our ebook: Ready for an on-site demo? Request one today:
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 Swedish tech company Candela Speed Boat is revving up production of the world's first hydrofoiling all-electric boat. With zero emissions, an extremely small wake, and the ability to fly more than a foot above the water at a top speed of 30 knots, the all-carbon-fiber Candela Seven aims to upend the nautical industry.
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Stratasys J55 3D printer: 5 simultaneously printed materials and a rotating build platform The new Stratasys J55 3D printer gives designers affordable, office-friendly, full-color 3D printing to validate new product designs quickly. It's filled with neat features too, like the ability to print using five different materials at the same time, a rotating build platform, and a simplified design-to-print workflow with KeyShot and SOLIDWORKS integration.
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World's largest digital camera snaps first 3,200-megapixel images Crews at the SLAC National Accelerator Lab have taken the first digital photos -- the largest ever taken in a single shot -- with the initial sensor setup for an extraordinary new earthbound observatory camera. The images are so large that it would take 378 4K ultra-high-definition TV screens to display one of them in full size.
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Sanitary Flange Line Vac Air-Operated Conveyors Line Vac air-powered conveyors convert ordinary hose or pipe into a complete conveying system for bulk materials, pills, plastic granules, scrap, trim, and other complex shapes. New Sanitary Flange Line Vacs allow for easy disassembly and cleanup. Ideal for systems which require frequent or mandatory cleaning. Learn more from our Featured Sponsor EXAIR.
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First new Maserati supercar in 15 years: MC20 Good things come to those who wait -- at least if you're a Maserati fan. After a long supercar dry spell, the Italian luxe car maker has come through with the bold and yet refined MC20, the 630-hp successor to the MC12 that features a new twin-turbo V6 engine design and smooth lines that give it a lot of swagger. All-electric and convertible versions are also in the works.
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Miniature motors for Mars -- what does it take? When developing the high-resolution Panoramic Camera on the ExoMars Rover, engineers looked for motors that were extremely compact and could also deliver reliable and precise positioning for the camera-focusing mechanism. FAULHABER Stepper motors were selected for the job, as they precisely position objects with a resolution of 1,280 steps per revolution without the need for a separate feedback system, and are more rugged and sturdy than conventional servo motors. Read the full article from our Featured Sponsor FAULHABER MICROMO.
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Adjustable levers lift, swing, and latch Adjustable levers are among the most important standard parts for clamping and fixing in place. They are found in all kinds of applications, and the JW Winco portfolio is correspondingly diverse -- now even more so with new, more versatile models. Learn about the latest designs, including those for specific applications or with special dimensions and additional functions.
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Top Tech Tip: Innovative way to take up tolerances! Smalley Linear Springs are a continuous wave formed (marcelled) wire length produced from spring tempered materials. They act as a load-bearing device, having approximately the same load/deflection characteristics as a wave spring. Linear Springs are now available as a standard part in carbon and stainless steel, with over 200 sizes. Learn more from our Featured Sponsor Smalley.
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How Xometry manufacturing is changing the way NASA develops parts Learn how NASA engineers at the Marshall Space Flight Center employed Xometry's large-format CNC machining capabilities to build mission-critical air purification units for the International Space Station (ISS). Abandoning the traditional welded construction in favor of a one-piece barrel design required the fabrication to be outsourced in order to get the job done on time. Read the full Xometry article.
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Zirconia: Toughest of technical ceramics also allows very fine features Zirconia partially stabilized with yttria (PSZ) features a self-healing effect that fights micro cracks and therefore makes this material tough against impact. The extremely fine available grain size is also recommended where fabrication of very fine features and thin edges is required to hold up well in applications that include medical, aerospace, semiconductor, instrumentation, and industrial. Learn more and view an informative video from Insaco.
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Rugged CAN keypad and rotary cursor controller EAO has just introduced its new Series 09 Rugged CAN Keypad and Rotary Cursor Controller aimed at construction equipment, emergency vehicles, agricultural equipment, and the like. The products offer functional safety compliance and CANbus integration for use in harsh environments. The Rugged CAN Keypads are available in multicolor RGB 4-segment halo-ring illumination. Colors can be set for specific functions, animated with chasing/running or flashing sequences, and are easily programmable. The Rugged CAN Rotary Cursor Controller features full rotary function with 22 maintained positions and a push function. It also features LED symbol illumination on the pushbuttons and LED halo illumination on both pushbuttons and the rotary cursor.
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Tips for creating gantry and multi-axis systems Gantry and multi-axis systems are used throughout manufacturing to lift, position, and move loads. They can be two-dimensional with a simple XY axis or three-dimensional with XYZ axis, and carry loads from a few pounds to a few thousand, slow or fast, once a day or many times a day. Andrew Zaske from Tolomatic runs through the basics of creating these multi-component systems, including sizing and selection, linear actuator types, and real-world application examples that demonstrate successful systems. Read this informative Tolomatic blog.
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Air Force partnering for 'flying car' tech development The U.S. Air Force is partnering with private-sector small businesses to develop, test, and help certify electric vertical takeoff and landing (eVTOL) flight vehicles through its new Agility Prime program. Top brass were treated to a demo of LIFT Aircraft's Hexa model on Aug. 20 at Camp Mabry, Texas.
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Essenza: The Lamborghini they don't want you to take home The latest hypercar from Automobili Lamborghini is a limited-edition, track-only powerhouse called the Essenza that sports the most powerful naturally aspirated V12 from the automaker to date. With aerodynamics inspired by racing prototypes and new technical solutions designed for the ultimate driving experience, it's a one-percenter's dream racer -- but most owners won't end up taking it home.
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Army researchers develop power-line sensors for small drones Researchers at the Army Research Lab have developed a novel sensor and software application to detect and avoid energized power lines in the vicinity of unmanned aerial systems. The goal is to provide autonomous systems sufficient time and distance to react, avoid wires, and navigate follow-on maneuvers. It's very clever how it works.
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| 3-finger gripper ideal for handling cylindrical objects | |
| See how OnRobot's three-finger gripper is ideal for gripping a wide range of cylindrical objects in machine-tending applications such as CNC lathe machines. Its design automatically centers workpieces, resulting in fast deployment with a strong, stable grip and precise placement. The 3FG15 offers seamless integration with the robots of your choice. Also available is OnRobot's dual gripper, which can handle two parts and two tasks at the same time.
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