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Elbit Systems debuts its new UAV hunter
The new air defense system, dubbed, Red Sky, is described by the company as a tactical very short-range air defense (VSHORAD) system designed to protect against low-altitude aerial threats.
Using olivine in cement manufacturing could result in carbon-negative concrete
To make this determination, the team of engineers experimented with cement mixing, which led to an approach for producing concrete in a more climate-friendly manner.
A mini wireless robot can move through tubular structures
According to its developers, the robot promises to help solve complex maintenance problems while simultaneously minimizing pipe damage.
Hexcel and Fairmat bolster sustainability efforts by expanding composite material recycling in the US
Fairmat will recycle Hexcel carbon fiber composite material scrap at their new site.
NORD's heavy-duty, reliable drive systems tackle tough industrial applications
These industrial automation solutions are engineered to work in unison for ultimate performance in demanding, heavy industrial environments.
A drone that converts into a life-saving flotation device
Didiok Makings has developed its TY-3R, an Air-Water Rescue Drone system to prevent accidental drownings in bodies of water.
Festo debuts its BionicBees
The so-called BionicBees are a product of Festo’s Bionic Learning Network (BLN), which develops products inspired by nature.
De Dietrich Process Systems scales up with the acquisition of HEINKEL Group
Through this acquisition, the group becomes the global leader in the fields of solid-liquid separation and the drying of active ingredients.
Optimizing installation space and performance with thread tapping screws
This round self-tapping screw with a trilobular tapping zone reduces the tapping torque when joining lightweight metals.
New AI predicts age by analyzing hands
AI models trained on hand images achieved accuracy comparable to that of facial recognition technology — and with an average error of 4.1 and 4.7 years in predicting chronological age.
Mayman Aerospace introduces its new range of AI-equipped drones
Razor VTOL drones can also function as a missile carrier, subsequently extending the range of small air-to-air or air-to-surface missiles.
AI-powered surveillance cameras 'eyed' for detecting guns in US schools
Developed in response to the mass shootings that occurred in 2018 at Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School in Florida, the technology identifies firearms on school grounds in an effort to enhance security measures.
Hiring with AI
The following is a rundown of those hiring tasks that can be offloaded onto AI, thereby freeing hiring professionals up to do higher value tasks.
E-Z LOK to exhibit new metal inserts at IMTS 2024
The company will highlight its new line of ultrasonic/heat-stake metal inserts and staking tools for plastics, which can be used for original equipment manufacturer builds as well as retrofits.
Webinar: Electrification trends and advice for small equipment engineers
The series will cover topics such as industry trends, market demands, regulations and safety related to battery-powered equipment.
Mitsubishi Electric Automation, Inc. supports The Jared Box Project to “Bring the Gift of Play” to young patients experiencing a hospital stay
Boxes filled with the “gift of play” are delivered to young patients in emergency rooms, hospital rooms, surgical centers and clinics.
Igus honors energy chain applications as part of its ninth vector awards
The biennial competition honors bold, exciting projects that incorporate Igus e-chain cable carriers made of high-performance plastics.
Fundamentals of water level sensors
As the world has become increasingly concerned with environmental conservation, efficient industrial processes and effective management of water resources, the importance of water level measurement cannot be overstated.
New drone hits precision targets at 70 mph
Rogue 1 is described as a “next-generation, rapidly deployed, and optionally lethal vertical takeoff and landing (VTOL)” drone designed to assist armed forces in performing precision strikes.
New tool could improve decisions surrounding the remanufacturing of laptops
The team sought to create a decision support tool (DST) that could potentially improve sustainable laptop remanufacturing practices.