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Comfortable and safe ferrule crimping
These new crimp tools are easy to handle and can be adjusted by 360° depending on preference or available space.
FSM implemented as pneumatic circuit via microfluidic valves to create lab-on-a-chip
Biochemical engineers at the University of California, Irvine, have developed a finite state machine (FSM) implemented as a pneumatic circuit using microfluidic valves to build a lab-on-a-chip.
How Moon dust can quench astronauts’ thirst
Low-power microwave heating appears feasible to extract water from lunar regolith materials.
Drilling the first deep geothermal heat network in the UK
The first system in the U.K. to extract geothermal heat and provide low-cost heating for nearly 4,000 homes is under development.
Modine Manufacturing to expand Europe production to serve growing heat pump market
New capacity at the existing Serbia location will manufacture coils for commercial and residential heat pump applications.
Ensuring reliability of control and communication systems in electric vehicles
There are several steps vehicle manufacturers can take to increase the reliability of electric vehicle communication and control systems, starting with selection of robust and proven connectors, wiring assemblies, shielding and contacts.
University of Houston researchers have created energy industry apps for improving efficiency
Three online calculators, the most recent being the UH Hydrocarbon Gas Minimum Miscibility Pressure (MMP) Calculator, are available to industry professionals free of charge.
Picturing sea level rise at coastal US hazardous waste sites
The potential implications of sea level rise for hazardous waste facilities in U.S. coastal communities are visualized with a new tool developed by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency.
A fuel-flexible and efficient solid oxide fuel cell
Fuel efficiency of the device could reach 60%, far surpassing that of available solid oxide fuel cells.
Worm- and origami-inspired robot moved by magnetic forces
The robotic worm’s developers are reportedly eyeing the robot — which is easy and inexpensive to replicate thanks to its system of mostly paper and magnets — for potential pipeline cleaning and parcel delivery applications.
Observations about cicada wings could pave the way for self-cleaning devices
The research team aimed to mimic the surfaces of self-cleaning insects like cicadas and geckos, and plants like the lotus plant that feature waxy surfaces, wherein water droplets will form, jump and eventually fall, taking contaminants with them.
Report: Methane regulations could be job creator, not job killer
Under the EPA’s recent methane reduction rule and a new methane fee under the Inflation Reduction Act, the oil and gas industry was expected to be hard hit, potentially resulting in the loss of untold jobs in oil and gas producing regions.
Wafer-thin intelligent heating system warms a house in seconds.
The intelligent warming walls, dubbed Halia radiant warmers, have been developed by the Warming Surfaces Company.
New rescue system designed for offshore structures
The Swift Rescue Conveyor System, as the name suggests, works like a conveyor system to pull those who have fallen from ships and offshore structures out of the water.
See PCB assembly in action from Advanced Assembly
Get an insider's look at quick-turn PCB assembly with this video from Advanced Assembly.
Sourcing rare Earths from coal fly ash
The process recovers valuable and critical resources from coal waste materials.
Automation arrives for utility-scale solar installations
This automated field factory is engineered to enable rapid ramp-ups and higher solar field construction speeds, significantly reducing project schedules.
EV batteries weather the cold with this antifreeze electrolyte
A new and safer electrolyte for lithium-ion batteries works as well in sub-zero conditions as it does at room temperature.
To reduce waste and increase production, Arcoprofil chose a VICIVISION machine for turned parts
The machine helps the manufacturer conserve energy, increase production efficiency, reduce waste and lower carbon dioxide emissions.
The 2026 24 hours of Le Mans will allow hydrogen race cars, Toyota delivers with the GR H2
Toyota unveiled its hydrogen-powered GR H2 race car concept ahead of the 2023 24 Hours of Le Mans at the Circuit de la Sarthe in western France.