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Snakehead underwater drone makes its debut
According to its developers, the Snakehead is capable of performing intelligence-gathering missions, deployed ahead of a submarine to scout and monitor specific locations.
IDENTCO labeling solutions meet the most demanding customer requirements
A product labeling system must now perform multiple functions including product tracking, tracing, branding, compliance, and identification.
Lightest weight version of electric vehicle tooling solution saves set-up and machining time
Award-winning 3D-printed stator bore tool weighs just 7 kg, ensuring fast tool changes and spin-up on machining centers.
High capacity cordless blind riveter for the sheet metal toolbox
A brushless motor drives a mechanical ball-screw gear system that performs even for demanding applications.
Ulbrich enhances Braid Wire Accelerator with e-commerce to fast-track medical device development
The online store makes it easier for medical device manufacturers to source the braid wire materials they need.
Robot security dogs headed for the border
Automating border security will reportedly alleviate the burden on human border agents and officers, according to the DHS.
Breakthrough in biodegradable organic battery design
Development of an organic polymer battery moves the prospects for engineering sustainable and biodegradable batteries for consumer use closer to reality.
Robots moving into the manufacturing space
Follow along with Engineering360 to see some of the more recent examples of technology automating the manufacturing space.
New rifle scope predicts a bullet's trajectory
Compatible with most NATA and U.S. Army rifles, the technology reportedly offers between one times and eight times magnification.
Folding drone to be employed in US Army reconnaissance missions
Skydio will supply its X2D line of foldable drones to the U.S. Army as part of its Short Range Reconnaissance (SRR) Program for conducting short range reconnaissance and surveillance activities.
Video: New hydrogen storage tech to be piloted in UK
The system provides a convenient and intrinsically safe way to store hydrogen at normal atmospheric temperatures and pressures.
Video: Unique alloy substance can help OEMS reduce the risk of ADAS-related recalls
The alternative alloy can play a role in helping automotive original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) eliminate the risk of solder fractures, a potential cause of advanced driver assistance system (ADAS) hardware failure.
Largest direct air capture facility calls Iceland home
Orca utilizes a three-step process for removing CO2. The carbon dioxide produced by power plants and industrial environments is trapped, transferred and then buried underground.
Rivian prepares for second US location in Georgia
Summer of 2022 is the expected groundbreaking timeline on construction of the carbon-conscious campus, with production slated for some time in 2024.
Munich Re backs Dynamic Infrastructure’s digital analysis solution with 99% detection guarantee
The coverage, a first for the industry, provides assurance that 99% of any critical faults will be detected and reported in time to prevent structural failure.
Innovative ball bearings improve EV efficiency
Electric vehicle (EV) technologies are steadily improving to benefit range, power efficiency and lifespan. This includes oft-overlooked mechanical components, like ball bearings.
Leech- and origami-inspired sensor lets robots take blood pressure
The researchers reportedly mimicked the suction and folding mechanisms characteristic of both leeches and origami respectively to build the 3D-printed leech-inspired origami (LIO) sensors.
Fuzzy Logic makes robotics agile at MBDA
The first use case selected was the tedious, manual cleaning of molds used to manufacture composites.
WIDIA introduces the next generation in versatile end milling
New solid end milling platform offers affordable performance and reliability in steel, stainless steel and cast-iron applications.
Video: Green aviation fuel from CO2 waste gas
Waste carbon dioxide from a municipal waste-to-energy plant will be captured and converted into green synthetic e-fuels for the aviation industry.