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New mask can diagnose wearers with COVID-19
The mask can be used to detect the virus or to determine if the wearer has encountered the virus.
Portescap expands Ultra EC brushless DC motor platform
This compact 22 mm diameter motor is available in 35 mm length.
Video: Lower power 400 G active electrical cables boost reach for data centers, HPC
The cable is touted as more affordable and with greater reach than other passive copper cable solutions.
Offshore wind platform will use novel RPEB welding technique that saves time, construction costs
The world's largest offshore wind farm, located 78 to 180 miles north of the British coast, is currently in initial phases of construction and development. It will use a novel welding technique that could substantially reduce assembly time and costs.
Increase the precision control of your hydraulic power unit
In this Machine Insights, explore a wide range of ifm solutions with IO-Link technology for digitally controlled HPUs.
Hybrid drive system designed for sustainable marine mobility
Conventional marine engines and electric motors combine with batteries and onboard units to create customized hybrid drives.
Video: New series of off-the-shelf core technology electric motors
The series delivers up to 400 kW and 520 Nm in a compact package with a mass of less than 30 kg and a maximum speed of 15,000 rev/min.
McMaster University technology detects infections in just minutes
Handheld test detects infection in just minutes without the lab.
Technology promises to divert textiles from landfills
App and digital label jointly divert fabrics and textiles from the landfill.
MIT nanomaterial proves stronger than steel, Kevlar
The material outperformed Kevlar, steel, aluminum and other impact-resistant materials.
Researchers develop night vision glasses for law enforcement, military
Film could change regular glasses into night vision glasses.
Watch security robot deter threats with smoke
The Cocobo security robot issues a plume of smoke to deter threats.
Watch: DARPA to disarm suspicious drones with pink string?
The research arm of the U.S. military has developed a system for disarming suspicious drones.
Personal chemical detectors designed for the US Army
Teledyne FLIR awarded a contract to create chemical detecting wearables for the U.S. Army.
Compost increases crop health on apple orchards
Not only could compost improve orchard health, but it would also lower farm costs and improve farm sustainability.
Overload/overrange: What’s the difference?
Mechanical overload rating and electrical overrange are critical parameters when evaluating and specifying torque transducers.
Abnormal operating conditions for three-phase motors
The satisfactory operation of three-phase motors on a three-phase supply depends on several factors described below.
Video: Methanol to fuel sustainable shipping initiative
The world’s first methatug — a tugboat powered by renewable methanol — is expected to be operational by early 2022.
New technologies and materials for an evolving aerospace industry
Learn design considerations and challenges, including some specific materials that can help increase efficiency.
Recipe for a thunderstorm
Thunderstorms are most common in the summer, as evaporation increases from lakes and seas due to increased temperatures. But a couple other conditions must prevail for a good lightning show to occur.