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Black-I Robotics introduces its Fullscope Mobile Heavy Lift Arm
The heavy lift pick and place arm originally stemmed from a project that U.S. Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency (DARPA) awarded to Black-I.
Pyrolysis process proposed for recycling wind turbines
The method breaks down composite materials into constituent parts, primarily phenol and fiber, for reuse.
Tour the Climate Atlas of Canada
The atlas has been updated to include 24 climate models and data specific to indigenous communities.
Video: Four-legged explosion-proof robot ok'd for oil and gas, chemical industries
Anybotic’s AnymalX has been designed to automate routine inspection tasks in potentially hazardous environments encountered in the oil and gas and chemical industries, according to its developers.
CO2Meter, GasLab Inc. launch RAD-0002-ZR Oxygen Deficiency Alarm for low temperatures to exceed current standards
CO2Meter partnered with GasLab Inc. to release an alarm designed to measure potentially dangerous oxygen levels in low temperature applications.
Video: Squid-inspired film developed by UCI
By mimicking how cephalopods, or squid, alter their chromatophore size to camouflage their bodies, the researchers were able to develop an infrared-reflecting metallized polymer film capable of tunable thermoregulation.
Study: Tire rubber reinforces conventional concrete in real-world structures
Studying slabs of both the reinforced concrete and conventional concrete, the team determined that the reinforced crumb rubber concrete often outperformed conventional concrete.
Space weather forecasting with mobile phones? There’s an app for that
Download the app to participate in this citizen science campaign, which runs until the end of July 2022.
EV batteries to back up the grid
A novel route to the life extension of used electric vehicle (EV) batteries is being followed in the Enel Group's Second Life project.
Rittal RiPanel online tool makes it easy to individually configure industrial enclosures
The tool makes it easy for machine and control system design engineers to individually configure industrial enclosures.
Diode designed to protect grid from EMPs
The device is designed to shunt excess electricity within a few billionths of a second while operating at a record-breaking 6,400 V.
Sealed surface conversion system from NORD provides optimal protection for demanding environments
The sealed surface conversion system offers a reliable solution for the surface treatment of gearboxes, motors, variable frequency drives and other components.
Smart System belt actuators from Rollon keep automated equipment productive and reliable
A new design supports heavy loads and ensures low maintenance operation in automated manufacturing, packaging machines and food and beverage equipment.
Flat belt drives: Answers to four frequently asked questions
There are several types of belt drives, with each type having its unique design, advantages and applications.
Watch how environmental sensors are dispersed by wind
A tiny sensor-carrying device can be transported and deposited by wind over large areas to monitor environmental parameters.
Handheld tool eliminates need for radioactive isotope in lead paint analysis
Without the need for a radioactive isotope, the tool greatly reduces the regulatory burden of owning and controlling radioactive materials and eliminates costly isotope replacement.
Global study aids geothermal resources screening
An expanded database supports the evaluation of geothermal energy potential and helps identify new sites and regions for future development.
Cement companies step up to drop carbon emissions
Increased production of environmentally friendly, lower carbon PLC is part of CEMEX USA’s Future in Action program to reduce the carbon footprint of its products and operations.
ToolWatch acquisition combines safety and efficiency for construction management
In light of the increase in infrastructure improvement projects around the country, jobsite safety is a top priority.
World’s smartest autonomous forklift launched by OTTO Motors
OTTO Lifter is a smart autonomous forklift that easily navigates through crowded and dynamic environments and improves safety in warehouses and facilities.