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Gotta share air: Johns Hopkins engineers developing 3D-printed ventilator splitter DIY medical devices and protective gear fuel battle against COVID-19 50 Years Ago: Apollo 13 and German measles -- NASA makes a last-minute change in plans |
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New FAULHABER BXT Flat Brushless Motor New winding technology, optimized design, & impressive performance make the new FAULHABER BXT Flat Brushless DC Motor Series ideal for applications in medical devices, lab diagnostics, and mechanical ventilators. The external rotor BXT motors are designed for continuous output power up to 100W, and deliver up to 134mNm of torque. The BXT motor series is compatible with a variety of gearhead and encoder options. Available in 22, 33, & 42mm diameter; with or without housing.
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U.S. Army hot on 3D printing steel Scientists at the U.S. Army Research Lab are exploring new ways to print durable steel parts on demand using feedstock that is more than 50 percent stronger than what's commercially available. The Army's 3D-printing strategy is focused on both how to supply Soldiers with parts for legacy systems and the ability to print parts for future systems.
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Eaton unveils new greener valve tech for off-highway diesel vehicles Power management company Eaton has expanded its portfolio of innovative valvetrain solutions for diesel off-highway vehicles to help OEMs reduce emissions and improve fuel economy. The company's new technology allows for cost-effective, variable valve actuation with a hydraulic lash adjustment function and also uses cylinder deactivation to increase the exhaust temp and allow NOx aftertreatment systems to reach peak efficiency quickly.
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Tiny gyroscope will help navigate without GPS A small, inexpensive, and highly accurate gyroscope, developed at the University of Michigan, could help drones and autonomous cars stay on track without a GPS signal. The device is 10,000 times more accurate than gyroscopes used in typical cell phones and 1,000 times less expensive than much larger gyroscopes with similar performance.
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Help fight COVID-19: VoluMill software offered at no cost to medical device manufacturers If you work at a manufacturing facility that is machining prismatic parts used to combat the coronavirus or providing medical supplies for patients and doctors, Celeritive Technologies is willing to provide your company with assistance and software at no cost. Their VoluMill product dramatically reduces machining cycle times, allowing you to machine more parts in less time -- and provide more help for those in need. Learn more and view their online webform.
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Ready to do business: Genesis G80 Hyundai's spinoff Genesis brand is showing off how it can impress in the mid-luxury market with the launch of the all-new G80. The third-gen version of the executive sedan is an impressive mix of premium features, performance, and a slick design that rolls refinement and sportiness all into one. With rear-wheel drive and an available 375-hp V6, it's got muscle, a spacious and well-appointed cabin, and attractive good looks that make for a real winner if you dig that Town Car vibe.
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Smalley offers Web Store and Live Chat Smalley takes great pride in not only providing the best possible retaining rings and wave springs, but also in its legendary customer support. The Lake Zurich, Illinois-based company is pleased to announce the launch of the Smalley Web Store and Live Chat (during regular business hours). Online ordering of wave springs, retaining rings, and constant section rings is now available on their site 24/7. More than 9,000 of Smalley's most popular parts are available at the Web Store, complete with real-time pricing. A part comparison tool, wish lists, and easy reordering are also available for registered users.
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CoVent-19 Challenge asks millions of designers and engineers to respond to the ventilator crisis A dozen Boston area anesthesiology residents have launched an eight-week hackathon hosted on GrabCAD.com to design a rapidly deployable, minimum-viable mechanical ventilator for patients with COVID-19-related ventilator-dependent lung injury. The CoVent-19 Challenge is open to teams and individuals anywhere, and finalists will work directly with Stratasys 3D-printing experts and the CoVent-19 Challenge team to turn their designs into prototypes for testing.
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Tesla demos ventilator design that uses car parts On April 5, Tesla showed the world the first prototype of the ventilator design it's working on to help with the shortage of medical equipment in the fight against COVID-19. Tesla engineering used several parts from its electric car lineup to create the artificial breathing device, including the Model 3 infotainment computer system and screen, the air mixing chamber, sensors, and vehicle controllers. The Tesla system is portable and even comes with an extra battery and O2 backup that lasts for 20 to 40 minutes.
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New motion platform offers four degrees of freedom The new Z3TM from ETEL is a compact motion platform that provides a surface with four degrees of freedom into a stacked architecture and is an alternative to piezoelectric solutions. It was designed in response to the needs of advanced wafer positioning in the semiconductor industry, but can also be used in a variety of industries such as medical, pharmaceutical, and general inspection. The Z3TM platform uses a combination of three flexures and a rotary module to provide rotary, Z-axis, and two oblique axis motions to a plate that can be anchored to a supporting table for multiaxial motion solutions.
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Application Stories: Specifying metal inserts for molded plastics Teaming with insert manufacturers that offer engineering expertise throughout the design and manufacturing process can be worth its weight in gold. Learn how two OEMs overcame their metal insert challenges by using advice and products from Tri-Star Industries, including specialty stainless steel parts and modifying the knurling on some inserts.
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Designing for sheet metal fabrication eBook Optimizing designs for sheet metal fabrication requires consideration of various factors. These include material inputs, general tolerancing, finishes, bend dimension and radii, inserts, welding, and more. Learn about these topics and tips and tricks on how to optimize your designs for sheet metal fabrication in Xometry's in-depth eBook. Get this valuable resource from Xometry.
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Smart thermal sensor for industrial monitoring and elevated skin temp screening The new FLIR A400/A700 Thermal Smart Sensor and Thermal Image Streaming fixed camera solutions are aimed at monitoring equipment, production lines, critical infrastructure, and screening for elevated skin temperatures. These just-released, highly configurable smart camera systems provide accurate, non-contact temperature monitoring across a wide range of disciplines: manufacturing process control, product development, emissions monitoring, waste management, facilities maintenance, and Environmental, Health, and Safety (EHS) improvements. The FLIR A400/A700 Thermal Smart Sensor solution is initially being prioritized for those responding to COVID-19.
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500 miles on a charge: Samsung announces solid-state battery for EVs Researchers from Samsung recently presented a study on high-performance, long-lasting all-solid-state batteries. Their promising prototype pouch cell is smaller and safer than traditional Li-ion batteries in use today, and would enable an electric vehicle (EV) to travel almost 500 miles on a single charge.
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Top shelf: 2021 Porsche 911 Turbo S Even though you may be stuck inside, you can still take a mighty fine ride in your mind. Why not go top shelf and choose the 2021 911 Turbo S -- the fastest and most powerful 911 yet? With a completely new engine, 640 hp, and updated adaptive aerodynamics, you'll be feeling fine and carefree, whether you pick the cabriolet or the coupe version.
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50 Years Ago: Moon rock is star of World's Fair Japan Beginning on Mar. 15, 1970, Osaka, Japan, played host to Expo '70, the first World's Fair held in Asia. Several new technologies, including the first IMAX large format movie and magnetic levitation (maglev), debuted at the event. But for many, the star of the show was a rather unremarkable looking 2-lb rock displayed high up in a special glass case.
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