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Diablo introduces its Steel Demon Cermet Blade series
Designed with cordless and corded saws in minds, the Steel Demon Cermet blade delivers up to 25 times longer life, 50 times cooler cuts and 10 times faster cuts versus standard abrasive cut-off discs.
Tracking renewable energy growth in the US
Track trends in renewable energy growth by state with the Renewables on the Rise 2023 dashboard.
Orbex Group now offers two fiber optic rotary joint (FORJ) solutions
The new assemblies support either single- or multi-mode operation with options for wavelengths of 1310 nm or 1550 nm.
This mind-reading AI can turn thoughts into text
To develop the device, participants were tasked with silently reading passages of text while wearing an electroencephalogram (EEG)-equipped cap, which recorded electrical brain activity through the wearer’s scalp.
Made for heavy lifting: NORD Drivesystems supplies the crane industry with innovative solutions to move the toughest loads
NORD’s drive solutions for cranes feature heavy-duty industrial gear motors, dynamic electronic control products, and functional safety modules to keep crane systems operating efficiently.
DNA-based nanobots replicate themselves via UV light
Composed of just four DNA strands, the tiny DNA bots can reportedly replicate themselves one at a time by using their structure as a possible template.
These batteries fast-charge without degradation
Israel-based StoreDot reports that its silicon-dominant extreme fast charging (XFC) battery cells did not degrade after 1,000 consecutive XFC cycles.
Akribis introduces magnetic springs for gravity compensation applications
The magnetic springs deliver high-speed strokes and instant response without the need for external power and control, linear guides or expensive air systems.
Harper International receives order for cementitious materials research
The company will engineer and manufacture a rotary tube furnace for cementitious materials research to be installed at University of Kentucky’s Center for Applied Energy Research.
Severn unveils revolutionary butterfly control technology with the OCT triple offset butterfly valve
This valve stands out for its precise engineering and superior performance, setting a higher standard for reliability, durability and efficiency.
Basics of servo motor design
Servo motor applications of all types are one of the fastest growing sectors of the industrial component economy – and likely will continues for many years to come.
Sustainable future: Empowering tomorrow with smart energy management
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Hotpot oil finds second life as jet fuel
To turn the food waste into aviation fuel, the company Sichuan Jinshang Environmental Protection collects oil from local restaurants that has already been separated from water using a specialized filter.
DOE awards $1.6 million to MAE-led research into marine energy technologies
The project focuses on transforming Liquid Robotics' autonomous Wave Glider into a mobile, anchor-less desalination platform.
W8 vacuum excavator for tight jobsites launched by Ditch Witch
The company explained that although the W8 is slightly smaller than the previously released W12 hydrovac, the W8 still maintains the same performance.
A gecko-inspired solution to robotic handling
Researchers from Kyungpook National University and Dong-A University are attempting to develop a robotic device capable of picking up and releasing delicate materials without damaging them.
Corrosion — What it is and what can be done to prevent it: Part 2
Follow along with GlobalSpec as we explore some of those solutions that go beyond the traditional anti-corrosion solutions that generally include painting, tarring, galvanizing and enameling among others, in this two-part feature.
ForwardX Robotics introduces its news warehouse robot
Intended for warehouse logistics and manufacturing environments, the new AMR is expected to enhance material handling, delivering “unparalleled versatility and efficiency.”
These biodegradable iPhone covers grow daisies
The cover, dubbed the iGreen Cover, is available for the iPhone 13, 14 and 15 Pro and features a water-soluble protective film that dissolves during decomposition to reveal a hidden reservoir of seeds.
Cooling ceramic promises to enhance energy efficiency for the construction sector
Called “cooling ceramic,” the material demonstrates what the researchers call high-performance optical properties for energy-free and refrigerant-free cooling generation.