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Watch a bird-inspired robot capable of perching
The robot, dubbed “stereotyped nature-inspired aerial grasper," or SNAG, is attached to quadcopter drone and is inspired by the peregrine falcon.
CMCO reveals Duff-Norton SPA linear actuator with added smarts
The SPA with Intelli-Motion has been specially engineered with an integrated VFD and onboard I/O, which reduces installation costs as well as overall system footprint.
Crane unveils FK-TrieX full port triple offset isolation valves for severe service
Crane FK-TrieX severe service isolation valves can help to prevent serious incidents such as fire, explosions and leakages, and eliminates the risk to health and safety of employees, assets and surrounding communities.
Reducing nitrate in groundwater with organic carbon
Nitrate degradation is enhanced by adding carbon-containing substances to groundwater.
Real-time subsea meter calibration tool serves the oil and gas sector
The software tool for verification of subsea multiphase flow meters will help operators optimize reservoir management and revenues.
Thick film shunt resistors support higher power in consumer, industrial applications
The series achieves the industry’s highest rated power of 4 W in the 3264 size by revising resistor materials and applying terminal temperature derating.
Researchers develop rapid testing tool for COVID-19
The goal is to offer a highly accurate test that can be used in health facilities, but also in homes as well.
Video: Robotape automates the industrial taping process
The automated platform is entirely flexible to the user’s needs, relying solely on programming to position and apply the tape for complicated tasks.
What to know about timing belt pulleys
They are typically used in power transmission systems where maintenance of speed ratio and prevention of misalignment are important design considerations. Yet, many product designers and engineers are often plagued with challenges when designing efficient timing pulley systems.
AI boosts water desalination efficiency
An artificial intelligence (AI)-based method streamlines graphene membrane design for reverse osmosis desalination applications.
Materials that Matter (Dec. 12-18)
It is impossible to adequately convey the immense magnitude of materials science in just a handful or articles. But we'll try.
Training for rooftop PV installation via video
Video-based training materials cover rooftop solar photovoltaic (PV) deployment.
Guidance for measuring recycled content of automotive products
A common industry-supported definition and approach are outlined for measuring recycled content of automotive products consistent with those approaches outlined in other standards.
Monroe RideRefine HCS damping tech supports vehicle lightweighting
The new Monroe RideRefine Hydraulic Compression Stop (HCS) improves ride comfort and body control by enabling a better trade-off between ride height and end-stroke compression damping.
60 A micro-sized FlexPro servo drives from Advanced Motion Controls
The small size is perfect for autonomous mobile robots, automated guided vehicles, portable devices, lab and warehouse automation and any other integrated design.
New compounds incorporate pre-consumer recycled glass fiber to accelerate carbon neutrality
SABIC incorporates pre-consumer recycled glass fiber diverted from the waste stream of industrial processes into the materials.
Self-repairing cells improve battery life and EV performance
The system identifies underperforming cells and temporarily takes them out of service for repair without loss of electric vehicle (EV) performance.
Disc couplings for test, measurement and inspection systems
The couplings can accommodate all forms of misalignment, making them well suited to the requirements of test, measurement and inspection systems.
Critical need for eco-friendly firefighting foam
Currently there is nothing on the market that comes close to the effectiveness of AFFF that could be considered environmentally friendly and a deadline is fast approaching.
Inspired by nature: Robots
Follow along as Engineering360 explores recent robotic systems — including robots that mimic dogs, fish and cockroaches — that have been inspired by nature.