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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
Unleash creativity with 3D printing! Design freedom, rapid prototyping, cost-effectiveness, sustainability — redefine innovation today!
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.
Key advantages of air motors
There are a few characteristics of air motors that are universally valued and make them the motor of choice for certain applications.
How to use a gauge pressure sensor to measure negative pressure
Discover the utility of gauge pressure sensors in measuring negative pressure for medical and industrial applications.
Video: This offshore wind farm is first to feed US grid
New York’s South Fork Wind has become the first utility-scale offshore wind farm in federal waters to power up and deliver electricity to the grid.
Polymer coating lightens the load for Li batteries
A nanoporous polymer-coated lithium (Li) foil anode reduces the amount of the metal required in a single battery.
Comau and LiNa Energy develop automated manufacturing for solid-state sodium batteries
The companies have developed and validated an innovative design concept to automate manufacturing of next-generation sodium-based battery cells.
Is your pH electrode well-maintained? Here's how to make sure!
Follow these basic tips to properly maintain the electrode, prolong its lifespan and ensure that pH measurements are consistent and reliable.