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New tech to supplant gas-based district heating
A new district heating technology charged by surplus grid power has been engineered to store electricity from nuclear, solar or wind sources.
Watch these dead spider legs become reanimated
To further the area of research called necrobiotics, researchers attempted to mimic the flexor muscles of the wolf spider, which enable spider legs to extend outward via hydraulic pressure.
Surgical dressing kills cancer cells, promotes healing
The dressing enhances photothermal therapy following melanoma resection and destroys remaining cancer cells.
Qosina adds the AseptiQuik STC series to its line of Steam-Thru connectors
These connectors are recommended for gamma and autoclave sterilization methods and are made with polycarbonate and silicone materials.
Take control with Flomatic's AIS compliant automatic control valves
Flomatic’s NSF/ANSI 61 AIS automatic control valves are available in sizes 1.25 to 36 inches.
Oxford Flow introduces gas regulator for precision control
Oxford Flow recently launched the new IM-S series pilot-operated regulator range featuring an axial flow design for process gases to deliver high levels of performance across various operating conditions.
Starfish underwater robotic gripper designed for mine countermeasures, EOD
The STARFISH, which was developed under the U.S. Navy’s Office of Naval Research (ONR) end-of-arm tooling (EOAT) project, can reportedly grasp and hold an assortment of objects.
New algorithm predicts crimes in urban areas one week in advance
In addition to successfully predicting crime likelihood in Chicago where the algorithm achieved a 90% rate of accuracy, the social scientists also tested the algorithm on eight other U.S. cities.
Rockwool's newest insulation design makes some structurally solid promises
The new industrial insulation design has been cleared as the lowest lambda stonewall insulation in the U.K.
Listen to these urban noise pollution maps
City-centric noisy and quiet zones can now be pinpointed with a series of audible data-visualization maps.
Calculate torque and find fastener dimensions with these digital tools
Bolting challenges are easily mastered with online tools that simplify the calculation of torque and provide a quick means of determining fastener dimensions.
Saelig introduces Micsig battery-powered portable oscilloscopes
This portable instrument combines a capacitive 8 inch TFT LCD touch screen (touch, drag and swipe) with traditional ‘button and knob’ operation to make scope operation easy and efficient.
SAER launches new wastewater pump range with superior delivery times
SAER has revealed a new range of submersible and end-suction wastewater pumps – the SD and NCA range, respectively.
New military weapon destroys electronics
The technology can reportedly cause the type of disruption that fries circuits, thereby halting a threat — the navigation computer in a missile, or the radar and targeting system of an anti-air missile installation, for instance — while also leaving the physical parts of the system untouched.
BAE Systems releases military drone design details
Both concept 1 drone and concept 2 drone will reportedly be capable of engaging in electronic warfare with technology onboard that can jam radio signals.
Video: A new generation of robot-ready frameless servo motors
The motors introduce features that simplify the design of collaborative, surgical, aerospace and defense and other robots while optimizing performance in a lighter, more compact package.
CERN looks to boost energy efficiency of critical cooling systems
Digital twins will be developed to support online diagnostics and maximize cooling system efficiency.
FPT Industrial exhibits the sustainable future of powertrains at the BEYOND — IVECO Group Days event
At the event, FPT Industrial stressed the key role that powertrain manufacturers play in developing the powertrain of the future in order to achieve carbon neutrality.
New tool measures ventilation and indoor air quality
The Quick Indoor CO2 (QICO2) tool from NIST uses CO2 readings as captured by monitors in schools, residences and office spaces to measure appropriate levels of the gas — which is a hallmark of good ventilation and consequently, good indoor air quality.
Black Buffalo 3D working to shrink affordable housing gap
3D printing offers several ways to increase labor productivity, save costs and increase energy efficiency.