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Scientists discover surprising new way to control light MIT researchers build world's largest collection of Olympiad-level math problems -- open to everyone Army successfully tests new drone-delivered bunker-busting warhead |
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Swiss Air Lines covering entire Boeing 777-300ER fleet with sharkskin film Swiss International Air Lines is equipping its entire Boeing long-haul fleet with fuel-saving AeroSHARK exterior film. It's the first passenger airline worldwide to use the innovative surface technology developed by Lufthansa Technik and BASF.
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Ford Bronco Raptor: Off-roading to the max Potential buyers of the wildly popular Ford Bronco have a new high-end option to consider if they want to take it up a notch or 10. The Bronco Raptor provides off-roaders with next-level performance in the form of the world's first Ultra4 Racing-inspired SUV.
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Torpedo-like kills from the air: Air Force tests QUICKSINK smart anti-ship missile The U.S. Air Force Research Lab and its testing team recently demonstrated a new low-cost, air-delivered capability for defeating maritime threats by successfully destroying a full-scale surface vessel in the Gulf of Mexico.
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Ferrari 296 Gran Turismo Spider: High-end fun The new 830-hp Ferrari 296 Gran Turismo Spider (GTS) is an updated classic that exudes power and fun. From its new-design retractable hardtop to its special turbo-charged V6 coupled with a rear-drive electric motor, it's a license to thrill for Prancing Horse fans.
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2024 all-electric Chevrolet Silverado pickup aims for 400 miles per charge and a lot of utility Chevrolet's first all-electric pickup will wear the nameplate of its popular, full-size Silverado light-duty model -- a direct competitor to Ford's new Lightning F-150 EV. The Silverado EV will come in two variants, WT (Work Truck) and RST, and eventually offer a slew of options, including up to 664 hp with more than 780 lb-ft of torque, four-wheel drive, and 400+ miles of range.
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New Soldier-protection turret developed for Army's Armored Multi-Purpose Vehicle Soldiers are getting a chance to evaluate and train with a new armored turret system for the Armored Multi-Purpose Vehicle, part of the Next Generation Combat Vehicle modernization program. The OCWS turret protects the vehicle commander, who operates as the gunner on the top side of the vehicle.
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Cummins creating industry-first fuel-agnostic internal combustion powertrains Powertrains leader Cummins is taking a mix-and-match approach to creating the internal combustion engines of the future. The company's new platforms will use engine blocks and core components that share common architectures but will be optimized for different low-carbon fuel types such as natural gas and hydrogen.
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Electro corrosion in e-motors gets a fix with new Freudenberg solution Did you know that some electric vehicle (EV) motors can incur bearing damage over time caused by a phenomenon called electrically induced corrosion? Well, they can, and Freudenberg Sealing Technologies has a clever and quite simple solution for it.
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New 3D-printable foam expands to full size after heating When we first heard about the new FreeFoam material invented by Adaptive3D that can be 3D printed and later heated to expand to its final, intended full size, we thought, "Hmmm ... that's weird," but later it dawned on us that this is incredibly useful -- especially given current supply-chain challenges.
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Top Engineer's Toolbox: Three steps to mount a step motor Jeff Kordik, chief technical officer, Applied Motion Products, runs through the basic steps to mount a step motor and also covers key mounting dimensions. He provides his pro tips along the way and also gives tips for determining proper step motor torque as a sidebar. Lots of good info here.
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Machine Building: Frames feature internal cable guide When machine frames are designed, cabling is often an afterthought. Not anymore. Bosch Rexroth's new function-integrated profiles (FIPs) feature a fully internal cable guide that can run through and out of profile junctions. The FIP range comprises four profile cross-sections, with a catalog of accessories that also complements the modular system.
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How a NASA engineer created the modern airplane wing Once dubbed "the man who could see air," NASA engineer Richard T. Whitcomb used a combination of visualization and intuition to revolutionize modern aviation -- by turning the shape of the airplane wing on its head. Today, nearly every commercial airplane bears the marks of Whitcomb's several innovations, which include the development of winglets on wing tips.
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What is a C-Flex Pivot Bearing? It's a flexure-based bearing utilizing internal flat crossed springs, capsuled in a cylindrical housing, to provide precise rotation with low hysteresis and no frictional losses. The C-Flex bearing will offer indefinite life when used within its rated load and rotation values. Applications include Medical, Industrial, and Aerospace. Learn more from C-Flex, a leader in Flexing Metal Technology. View the C-Flex Pivot Bearing training page.
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1/4 ton of refrigeration: EXAIR Vortex Tube This small, stainless steel Vortex Tube from EXAIR produces 1/4 ton of refrigeration and has no moving parts to wear out. Temperatures range from minus 50 to +250 degrees Fahrenheit. Cooling applications include electronic controls, machining operations, heat seals, welding operations, hot melts, and more.
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| Pilot recounts tales of SR-71 Blackbird | |
| The SR-71 reconnaissance aircraft flew missions around the globe from 1966 to 1998 at speeds above Mach 3 and altitudes of 85,000 ft or more. Although its many contributions to national security will never be fully revealed to the public, the Skunk Works marvel holds world aviation records for its speed and altitude. In this interview with former SR-71 pilot Col. Buzz Carpenter, you'll hear a first-hand account of the aircraft's power and majesty. View the video. An oldie but goodie.
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