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Open-source system forecasts sunny skies for New York
A predictive tool was tailored to help New York state manage its expanding solar power infrastructure.
Converting landfill gas into aviation fuel
A plasma reactor-based technique transforms methane and carbon dioxide from landfill sites into sustainable jet fuel.
At least 60 million strokes
A compact automation system optimized for small parts assembly relies on linear and rotating micromotors from FAULHABER to perform key tasks.
DataFEED OPC Suite from Softing Industrial provides access to SINUMERIC 840D CNC machines
The software solution offers comprehensive support for SINUMERIK 840D computerized numerical control (CNC) machines as well as the integration of web services.
Could this new adhesive give humans "Spiderman-like" wall-climbing powers?
The reusable adhesive is more than 10 times stronger than the adhesive grip of a gecko’s foot and could eventually lead to the development of reusable superglue and grippers capable of holding heavy weights across both rough and smooth surfaces as well as to the development of climbing robots.
The Pursuit of Manufacturing Excellence: An exclusive webinar event
Manufacturing excellence is not a destination but a journey. Join us as our expert panelists help you plan an itinerary for your own manufacturing excellence odyssey.
AI edge computing solutions at Automate 2024
To say that AI took center stage at Automate 2024 is just a tad reductive. Advancements in machine learning were always going to be the star of the 2024 show. Even more so as AI becomes increasingly available at the network edge.
Storm-resistant OTEC system tested for tropical islands
Engineered to enhance tropical storm survivability, the structure is also configured to be disconnected under extreme weather conditions and moved to a safe harbor.
New Emerson pressure valves ensure flexible, accurate control for high-precision manufacturing
AVENTICS series 625 Sentronic electronic proportional pressure control valves and data acquisition software enable quick startup, monitoring and control directly on a PC.
New in-line metrology solution to improve battery safety and performance
The system delivers real-time, full-coverage mass loading analysis for battery electrode coating.
Six-armed robot designed for precision pollination
The six-armed Stickbug is a precision pollination robot that reportedly combines the accuracy of single-agent systems with swarm parallelization in greenhouses.
Solid state batteries are poised to disrupt EV power sources
Lithium-ion batteries are the lifeblood that is driving the decarbonization of modern transportation. However, their imperfections are also leading experts to explore alternatives to make up for Li-ion’s shortcomings.
A spider-inspired robot designed for exploring space caves
The midsized robot is reportedly capable of exploring areas — namely caves or lava tubes — that would typically be difficult for other larger or smaller robots to access.
Compact fusion system hits temperature target
This advance was demonstrated with a sheared-flow-stabilized Z-pinch approach to fusion.
Introducing the SoloCUE Flow Device Manager mobile app
Save time during commissioning and troubleshooting by connecting via Bluetooth without reopening a meter enclosure.
One-step biomass-to-ethanol conversion tech advances
A one-step consolidated bioprocessing technology for the conversion of cellulosic biomass into ethanol is being commercialized.
pH comprehensive guide: For measurement practice and applications
Review the importance of pH measurement for various industries, including pharma, food, chemicals and the environment.
Hy-Tek Intralogistics unveils its IntraOne Platform
The interconnected system of logistics products and services enables companies to maximize their distribution and warehousing operations.
5 strategies for systems integration in smart manufacturing
As industries increasingly move toward digitization and automation, understanding and implementing these strategies will be pivotal for businesses looking to maintain competitiveness in the evolving manufacturing landscape.
Novarc Technologies launches new SWR-TIPTIG to supercharge productivity and change how industries weld
The mechanized TIG welding system allows operators to make the highest quality welds with speeds two to three times faster than manual TIG welding.