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Researchers build transistor-like gate for quantum information processing -- using qudits Army's hydrogen-generation discovery may spur new industry of on-demand production Are sci-fi-movie fluidic robots possible? Scientists 3D print magnetic liquid droplets |
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Molded Case Circuit Breakers for UL508A NOARK M1 MCCB's are now available in 150 and 125 amperage capacities, perfectly suited for UL508A panel builders, system integrators, large machine builders and OEMs. These MCCB's feature a proven double-break contact mechanism for dependable performance. The patented low-friction spindle bearing design minimizes the amount of force needed for operation. They also feature NOARK's patented arc-extinguishing technology for maximum protection, plus an industry-exclusive 5-year limited warranty. Certifications: UL 489 Listed, IEC, CSA certified, CE compliant, RoHS compliant.
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| Navy Research Lab develops eco- and painter-friendly topcoat for aircraft | |
The U.S. Naval Research Lab's Center for Corrosion Science and Engineering has developed a safer and user-friendly topcoat that is free of hazardous air-polluting chemicals found in polyurethane topcoats currently used on DoD and commercial aircraft.
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50 Years Ago: Apollo 11 launch and Moon landing An estimated 1 million people gathered on the beaches of central Florida to witness first-hand the launch of Apollo 11, while more than 500 million people around the world watched the event live on television. Officially named as a crew just six months earlier, Commander Neil A. Armstrong, Lunar Module Pilot Edwin E. "Buzz" Aldrin, and Command Module Pilot Michael Collins were prepared to undertake the historic mission. [Countdown Series: 50th anniversary of Apollo 11]
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New device tests to see if chemotherapy will work for a specific individual Rutgers researchers have created a device that can determine whether targeted chemotherapy drugs are work on individual cancer patients. The portable device, which uses artificial intelligence and biosensors, is up to 95.9 percent accurate in counting live cancer cells when they pass through electrodes and will allow for more personalized interventions for patients.
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2020 Corvette Stingray: First-ever mid-engine for the line aims to keep it fast and affordable What's new about the 2020 Corvette Stingray? Everything! The first-ever production mid-engine for the line features "supercar-level craftsmanship" and is also the fastest, most powerful entry Corvette ever -- 0 to 60 mph in under 3 sec. Purists may freak at the engine placement, but the pop-top car's developers say the traditional front-engine vehicle had reached its limits of performance. As for the design's heavy emphasis on angular lines, that could be a turnoff for long-time Corvette fans too. But the price is right, and GM says that is a big bonus.
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On-Demand Webinar: Rapid vs. Traditional Manufacturing The plastic injection molding industry and its manufacturing processes have evolved through the years. Gain an understanding of the differences between the rapid and traditional manufacturing processes and how each directly influences and impacts the outcome of parts, costs, and speed to market. When you attend this webinar, you will:
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NVision helps get bird-damaged 737 back in the skies fast Swift work by NVision, a leader in 3D non-contact optical scanning/measurement for more than 29 years, helped a major U.S. airline quickly repair a bird-damaged Boeing 737 wing and return the restored jet back to flight in just two days.
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Alternative to traditional drive systems Nexen Group has introduced a stainless steel version of its patented precision roller pinion system (RPS). The Nexen RPS engages two teeth simultaneously to achieve superior accuracy with zero backlash at any length. The system is also extremely quiet and 99 percent efficient. Stainless steel makes the system corrosion resistant, with a long life of up to 36 million meters. Nexen's RPS provides a low-maintenance, durable alternative to rack and pinion, ball screw, and belt drive technology. The RPS is used for a wide range of applications including laser cutting, plasma cutting, and gantry applications.
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Top Tech Tip: Stepper or servo motor -- Which should it be? Bring out the full capacity of your machines through the most efficient mechatronic design. Hurley Gill, Senior Applications/Systems at Kollmorgen, outlines servo and stepper motor baseline capabilities for selection criteria like torque, speed, accuracy, and repeatability. Technical advantages and disadvantages are discussed, helping machine designers select the best motor drive system for their application.
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Replacing hydraulics with electric actuators -- avoid pitfalls, gain the benefits Electric actuators continue to find new and exciting places within automation processes from the mundane to some of the most extreme operating environments on the planet. Every day, machine designers seek alternative electric solutions to hydraulic cylinders for the very first time. However, there are many common pitfalls to properly sizing an electric equivalent. When sized correctly, replacement with high-force electric linear actuators can provide tremendous benefit in processes, quality, and reducing your total cost of ownership. Read this informative Tolomatic blog.
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High-speed couplings handle 24,000 RPM Miki Pulley has just introduced its SFM coupling line for direct sale to OEMs in North America. SFM couplings are designed for high-speed power transmission applications up to 24,000 rpm where high torque and precision alignment are critical, such as main spindle applications in machining centers and similar machinery, automation systems including assembly systems, and high-speed servo motor applications. Available in 10 sizes, SFM couplings transmit torque by connecting two shafts while damping system vibrations and accommodating misalignment. The couplings have a disk spring design that provides high torsional rigidity and axial flexibility. The high response, zero-backlash design features a high torque-to-weight ratio.
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Formatter of advanced composites materials expands operations Web Industries, a precision formatter of advanced composites materials for aerospace, space, and medical applications, is implementing a major expansion of its Denton, TX, manufacturing facility. The expansion will increase the plant's productive capacity, smooth the flow of manufacturing activities, and help support larger customer programs. The $1.5-million project will add 20,000 sq ft of manufacturing space to the facility, nearly doubling its size, and create new multi-layer insulation (MLI) and composite ply cutting production cells. The completed expansion will transform Web Denton into one of the company's Centers of Excellence, joining other Web manufacturing hubs such as Atlanta, GA, and Montpelier, VT. Learn more about Web Industries' capabilities.
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Must See! Hoverboard wows Paris parade crowd Your dreams of having a jet pack are so 2018. Franky Zapata, the French inventor of the jet-fuel-powered, gyrostabilized Flyboard Air platform, stole the show at France's annual Bastille Day parade last weekend in Paris. At the invitation of the French Armed Forces, Zapata sported a rifle and a very confident look-Mom-no-hands attitude as he soared above the Champs-Elysees to the amazement of politicians, military personnel, and the public. The board can go to 10,000 ft, has a max speed over 90 mph, uses four 250-hp turbine engines, and has been demonstrated to fly up to 10 minutes so far. Jaw dropping and also scary. The France 24 site posted the incredible video and short report.
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Pikes Peak fastest production car ever is ... a Bentley? Bentley Motors, well-known for cars that ooze upper-crust sophistication, just keeps surprising us. Last year, the British automaker made history when its Bentayga model was the fastest production SUV at the The Broadmoor Pikes Peak International Hill Climb, the ultra-challenging uphill course in Colorado. This year, Bentley set a new record on June 30 with their Continental GT, which was the fastest production car ever up the mountain.
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Wireless charging could compromise phone battery lifespan Researchers at the Warwick Manufacturing Group (WMG) at the University of Warwick in the UK have found that use of inductive charging, while highly convenient, risks depleting the life of mobile phones using typical LIBs (Lithium-ion batteries).
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| Is this the world's best automatic transmission? | |
Jason Fenske from Engineering Explained thinks he has discovered the world's best automatic transmission, and he can't wait to tell you all about how it works and why automatic transmissions became cool again. Fenske says ZF's 8-Speed Auto "can give modern dual clutch transmissions a run for their money. It's light, compact, quick-shifting, and shifts are incredibly smooth."
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