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Ionizing vs non-ionizing radiation: Risks and safety tips
Exposure to radiation sources is much more common than one might assume. But it is critical to monitor exposure to dangerous types of radiation and follow good safety protocols.
The difference between fans and blowers
Both fans and blowers are commonly used equipment for cooling and providing air circulation. While 'fans' and 'blowers' are often considered synonymous, they each have different functionalities, advantages and applications.
Where renewables recently supplied 100% of energy needs
Over 100% of this state’s power needs were met by renewables for a few hours on May 8, 2022.
Tandem solar cell design breaks 30% efficiency barrier
The 30% efficiency milestone has been achieved, and even surpassed, for perovskite-on-silicon-tandem solar cells.
Anritsu software expands IQ measurement, analysis capabilities of field spectrum analysis solutions
Anritsu Company has introduced its IQ Signal Master MX280005A vector signal analysis software that delivers post processing measurements and analysis of IQ data files
Planning for the grid of the future
The PJM Interconnection has developed a roadmap for handling the various changes affecting its system.
Tool evaluates water use for responsibly sourced gas operations
CSU and Project Canary have developed what they are calling the first freshwater analysis for RSG certification dubbed the Freshwater Replacement Ratio (FR2).
How to troubleshoot hydraulic systems
Faults and problems are bound to arise in fluid power systems. For instance, engineers are sometimes plagued with challenges related to pressure, flow, leakage and vibration. The first step to solve the problem is to troubleshoot the hydraulic system.
Video: Fundamentals of light curtains
Light curtains are quite effective for two reasons: they remove physical barriers which might slow manufacturing and operator tasks, and they are automated, which mitigates the ability of a haphazard user from bypassing critical safety protocols.
Infographic: The major types of renewable energy
The five main sources of renewable energy combined for roughly 28% of global electricity generation in 2021.
Guidance for digital twin adoption in the water sector
A roadmap for digital twin implementation to advance the water industry has been prepared by the Smart Water Networks Forum.
Watch: Fuel cells power Volvo’s big rigs
In its quest for net-zero operations, Volvo Group is adding hydrogen fuel cell powertrains to its line of trucks.
Fundamentals of clutches
Because clutches are one of the major components in automobiles, they are made of different types to meet different application needs. Understanding how these devices work is essential before choosing one for an application.
FPT Industrial powers the first LNG trucks on Indian roads
Natural gas engines will soon power liquefied natural gas (LNG)-fueled trucks in India.
Video: This snake-inspired robot performs oil and gas inspections
The MiniX Snake-arm Robot features an HD camera for inspecting inside pressure vessels as part of OCRobotics’ small inspection series of robots.
The perils of working in confined spaces
When workers do not recognize the hazards of confined spaces, the end result is often tragic for them, as well as their would-be rescuers.
Microrobots for oral hygiene
Dental hygiene tasks — including brushing, flossing and rinsing — could potentially be carried out by the microrobots that can adapt themselves to the shape of teeth via magnetic fields.
How to accomplish high precision absolute measurements with white light interferometers
Interferometry has been a technique for measuring distance for over a century. High precision distance and thickness measurement is possible with Micro-Epsilon's innovative white light interferometer technology.
Hybrid system for home heating
The proposed hybrid system is based on distributed multi-generation technology that integrates photovoltaic-thermal and biomass power sources.
Video: Automotive mobility merges with photovoltaics
Curved solar panels integrated into this car's roof, hood and tailgate will convert solar into electric power for driving.