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Researchers make an edible toothpaste-based transistor New sustainable metal-recycling method created for e-waste Blended wing body aircraft: Alaska Airlines invests in innovative plane design Powered by light, molecular jackhammers kill cancer cells with 99% efficiency |
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LiquidPiston inverse Wankel engine tested for U.S. Army 10-kW generator prototype LiquidPiston has begun testing its 10-kW heavy-fueled generator prototype that uses the company's 25-hp heavy-fueled XTS-210 rotary engine -- the size of a basketball -- with an inverse Wankel design. The system is up to 75% lighter and smaller than the currently fielded Advanced Medium Mobile Power Sources used by the U.S. Army.
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New tiny lasers fill long-standing color gap, promise new applications Scientists have made small red and blue lasers for years, but other colors have been a challenge. Now, a team at the National Institute of Standards and Technology has filled an important technology gap by creating orange, yellow, and green lasers tiny enough to fit on a chip.
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Researchers beat Tesla valve results for creating one-way fluid flow device with no moving parts To make fluid flow in one direction down a pipe, it helps to have shark anatomy, according to researchers from the University of Washington. They have discovered a new way to help liquid flow in only one direction without flaps.
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2025 GMC Yukon: King of the hill GMC has revealed the 2025 Yukon, the brand's flagship nameplate, with major technology upgrades, a bold exterior, thoughtfully refreshed interior design, and the first-ever AT4 Ultimate trim. Underpinned by an available 6.2L V8 engine, the 2025 Yukon offers 420 hp and 460 lb-ft of torque. It has some remarkable trailering tech too, and even thermal night vision.
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Bonding dissimilar surfaces: Why PSA tapes are better than metal fasteners Bonding dissimilar surfaces can be challenging for many reasons, including thermal expansion differences, galvanic corrosion, or the roughness and porosity of the surfaces. According to Engineered Materials, there are many reasons why pressure sensitive adhesive (PSA) tapes perform better than other joining methods such as liquid adhesives and metal fasteners.
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8 top ways to wreck your coupling-driven system Engineers at Ruland Manufacturing Co. have compiled the eight best ways to consistently sabotage or damage your coupling-driven system -- and how to avoid these pitfalls in the future. Misunderstanding performance criteria such as misalignment, torque, or rpm can be all it takes to cause a critical and costly failure.
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E-Z LOK threaded inserts for soft wood E-Z Fin™ brass threaded inserts from E-Z LOK provide robust metal threads in soft wood materials. Also known as Finserts, they distribute stress over a greater surface area, which allows for permanent fastening that reduces splitting and splintering and minimizes the possibility of thread erosion. Simply press the inserts into place, and the OD fins grip the wall of the hole and lock in place. Available in single, double, or triple fin designs. Can be applied to composition board, MDF, and pine. or contact Kyle Lindsly-Roach for free samples at 310.323.5613 x221.
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Get a 24-piece bearings sample box from igus igus has a new and improved 24-piece iglide® sample box that engineers can request and receive gratis. All iglide components are self-lubricating, resistant to dirt and dust, and offer low rates of wear. The sample box contains bearings, gears, piston rings, and more, and includes many of the most widely used iglide materials. Nothing like having the materials in hand to really check them out.
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Optical rotary encoders: Close the stepper motor linear actuator feedback loop With the help of a motion controller and a stepper driver, all stepper motor linear actuators can be programmed to position a load to a precise location. However, standard configurations do not provide a feedback mechanism that tells the operator whether the move is completed or not. Adding an encoder can be an effective and simple solution to get real-time motion feedback about your application. Read this informative Thomson article.
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Compact linear voice coil servo motor with built-in shaft and bearing The GVCM-032-025-02M Linear Voice Coil Servo Motor is the first of a new series of non-commutated, brushless linear servo motors from Moticont. This clean and quiet unit has a 12.7-mm stroke with built-in shaft and bearing, a continuous high-force-to-size ratio of 9.3 N (2.1 lb), and 29.3 N (6.6 lb) of peak force at a 10% duty cycle. Features include: high reliability, high speed, zero cogging, high acceleration/deceleration, and, when used in a servo loop, very high accuracy and repeatability. An ideal choice for: haptic feedback, medical devices, laser machining and drilling, work holding and clamping, scanners, optical focusing, testing, sorting, and assembly.
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Ergoswiss table lifting systems from AutomationDirect AutomationDirect has added the new SQ series table lifting systems from Ergoswiss. These lifting systems use electrically driven columns that allow the operator to reposition the height of a worktable, conveyor, etc. to meet specific requirements. In doing so, the operator can perform their tasks in a more comfortable working posture, helping to reduce work-related injuries. These systems are all electric (no hydraulic mess or manual hand cranks), and each lifting column features a housed motor and screw drive to perform the needed height adjustments.
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Sculpting the future: Clay milling machines for automotive design Invention and innovation are the lifeblood of family-owned and family-run TARUS, the only U.S.-based manufacturer of clay milling machines for vehicle design. In 1984, the Sterling Heights, MI-based company completely changed the automotive industry when it introduced the world to its invention, the Claymill™. Now they've upped the CNC milling machine's performance and its digital transformation with SINUMERIK ONE machine control from Siemens.
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SOLIDWORKS Tips: 3 easy ways to focus on your model SOLIDWORKS Elite Applications Engineer Alin Vargatu demonstrates his top tips for focusing on your model: finding planes the easy way inside your assembly with the Q key, breadcrumbs, and a better way to use the component preview window. Very helpful. Lots more tips on the SOLIDWORKS YouTube channel.
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Engineers harvest clean energy from thin air Engineers at the University of Massachusetts Amherst have shown that nearly any material can be turned into a device that continuously harvests electricity from humidity in the air -- as long as it has one certain property.
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