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MIT student develops innovative new centrifugal pump type — The variable volute water pump
An MIT doctoral student, in collaboration with Xylem Water Solutions, has invented a new kind of centrifugal pump dubbed the ‘variable volute’ pump.
The Jamesbury Wafer-Sphere high-performance butterfly valve from Neles
The valves can accommodate a variety of pneumatic and electric actuators for on-off service, as well as pneumatic double-acting and spring-return actuators with positioners for control service.
Plasma gasification can cure COVID biomedical waste ills
The high-temperature waste decomposition process deactivates infectious materials and yields valuable synthesis gas.
Sustainable Mobility (March 20-26)
Rather than an overnight revolution, the transition to alternative energies and ownership strategies will be a gradual sea change. But make no mistake, the sustainable transportation tide is rising fast.
How to protect electronic components with dam and fill method
This video shows how a damming compound and filler material can protect an electronic component.
Transforming coal waste into silica aerogel
Coal gangue, a solid waste generated during coal mining and washing, represents a silicon-rich feedstock that can be exploited for the economical synthesis of industrially valuable silica aerogels.
Video: Meet the winner of the AAAS Scientific Freedom and Responsibility Award
The honoree is recognized for his role in exposing one of the biggest medical scandals in New Zealand’s history.
Circor reveals the versatile CIR 3100 control valve series
The CIR 3100 is suitable for throttling and on-off control of fluids such as gas, steam, water or chemical compounds to compensate for the load disturbance and to keep the regulated process variable as close as possible to the desired set point.
Franklin Electric reveals NCX series explosion proof submersible non-clog pumps
The new FPS NCX Series explosion proof submersible non-clog pumps offer a safer wastewater transfer solution for municipal infrastructure operators.
Thermoreversible gel paves the way to programmable nanocrystal networks
A new type of tunable nanocrystal gel offers scope for use as thermal camouflage or as a temperature regulator for buildings.
Effective motor supplier management for medical devices
The benefits of early engagement during the concept and ideation stages.
Kaeser joins Dominion Energy's Green Power Program
In an ongoing commitment to minimizing the impact of operations on the environment, Kaeser joined the program to match consumption with renewable energy resources.
Seal off water back-up with Flood-Guard™
Flood-Guard operates like a check valve to seal off water back-up caused by overloaded sewers.
Gearing options for small-frame BLDC motors
Brushless direct-current (BLDC) motors are the go-to motor type for designers looking to move large objects quickly and accurately.
Devastating Texas freeze of 2021 brings business survival solutions
In temperate and warmer areas, business owners commonly turn the heat down or off completely when no employees are in the building. During cold snaps, however, pipes and other mechanical equipment need the heat to prevent freezing.
Orbex Group introduces ultra-small pancake-style gimbal motors
The motors are wound to operate at low speeds typical for gimbals while exhibiting a high torque constant for fast response when needed.
Got high RPM?
Smalley's revolutionary Revolox™ Self-Locking Ring safely and efficiently secures your application at high speeds.
Online tool enables convenient motor calculation
The Express tool allows users to identify and select the right motor for their applications quickly and easily.
Robotic arm taught to autonomously push, pick objects
According to the researchers, the technology can select and grasp the appropriate object with 97% accuracy, on average.
Video: Carbon Robotics' farm tech zaps weeds with lasers
Like its earlier iteration, the 2022 LaserWeeder relies on artificial intelligence to identify, target and eliminate weeds via thermal energy as it moves.