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What is the 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 infinite life when used within its rated load and rotation values. Applications include Medical, Industrial, Aerospace, Semiconductor, and Optical.
Advantages include: Frictionless, Backlash-free, Self-centering, Simple installation, Low hysteresis, Vacuum applications, Stock items, No lubrication, No maintenance, and Infinite life. Learn more from C-Flex, The Leader in Flexing Metal Technology. View the C-Flex Pivot Bearing training page.
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U.S. Army scientists develop new battery treatment process Microvanes could save Air Force $14 million annually -- for starters Mercedes paints cars with inkjet tech -- no masking required for specialty designs |
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Renault EV concept is super lab on wheels: Filante Record 2025 Inspired by legendary Renault speedster models, the Renault Filante Record 2025 is no ordinary all-electric concept car. It's part Batmobile and part salt-flats racer designed for reaching ultra efficiency. The single-seater demo was made to preview a range of future technologies while using the same real-world battery capacity as the brand's Scenic E-Tech compact crossover SUV.
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AC Cobra GT Roadster: High-end updated classic runabout Live out your 1960s Shelby Cobra-ish fantasy with a newly built Cobra GT Roadster from AC Cars in the UK. The sporty two-seater will be built in very limited quantities in standard and supercharged V8 versions -- with a GT coupe model in the works too.
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Aluminum turned transparent using tiny droplets Researchers in the Philippines and Japan have devised an easier way to make very thin sheets of aluminum transparent. The see-through aluminum oxide is incredibly hard and resistant to scratches, making it a great candidate for protective coatings.
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Hennessey Venom F5 Evolution: Most powerful ICE road car Surprise! The world's most powerful internal combustion engine road car is built in ... Texas. The mid-engine Hennessey Venom F5 Evolution sports a 2,031-hp, 6.6-liter twin-turbo V8 capable of rocketing from 0 to 200 mph in 10.3 sec. Whew!
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First look: Advanced autonomous naval attack vessel Want to know what's next-level and next-generation in the world of naval attack vessels? Take a look at the AIRCAT Bengal MC from U.S. defense company Eureka Naval Craft -- a fast and efficient autonomous surface effect ship that can carry a 40-ton payload, including a full suite of sensors and weapons.
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Toyota RAV4 2026: Totally new look, all-hybrid lineup America's best-selling compact SUV, the Toyota RAV4, has a brand new, boxy look for 2026 and will come only with hybrid or plug-in hybrid powertrains. The 6th-gen RAV4 will be available in three styles across seven grades, including a new-look Woodland and first-ever GR SPORT.
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First look: New Corvette concept hints at what's to come General Motors has given the world a first look at the possible design direction for a next-gen Corvette. A Chevrolet Corvette concept car developed by the company's new UK advanced design studio captures an aero-inspired, low-slung racecar-meets-spaceship vibe.
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Top Product: 3M Friction Shims -- Why have more than 300 million been sold? 3M Friction Shims are small, thin steel shims with a big impact. They can increase maximum load and peak torque in bolted connections without additional fasteners or redesigns. What else makes them so popular -- and so useful?
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Top Product: High RPM? Try Smalley's Revolox® Self-Locking Rings Smalley's Revolox® self-locking retaining rings are built for applications with high rotational requirements. They feature a dome and slot design to prevent ring expansion. They're lightweight, sturdy, and easy to install/remove -- making them ideal for high production volumes! Try the Smalley Advantage today and get started with free product samples.
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Top Product: Need Inserts? They make it E-Z. E-Z LOK threaded inserts allow users to repair or reinforce threads without the need for special taps or installation tools. This line of threaded inserts is used in metal, plastic, wood, composite and additive industries. Extensive inventories of standard products are available throughout the U.S., and E-Z LOK is also able to produce special threaded inserts to print or per application requirements. FREE SAMPLES FOR STANDARD PRODUCTS. or contact Kyle Lindsly-Roach at 310.323.5613 x221.
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Top Engineer's Toolbox: What is ground loop feedback? Improper grounding can create problems in data logging, data acquisition, and measurement and control systems. One of the most common problems is known as ground loop feedback. Experts at CAS DataLoggers run through five ways to eliminate this problem.
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Do you remember last September when we featured YouTube maker James Bruton and his funky, self-built Mecanum wheel screw bike? Well, Bruton has been busy; this time around he has designed and created an equally wacky omni-directional ball-wheeled bike. He says he used 3D printing for much of the build and five ODrive brushless motors to keep the balls spinning. Really fun to see him work it all out. Riding the bike brings a whole new meaning to drifting. [Credit: Screenshot courtesy of James Bruton YouTube channel]
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