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Rapid prototyping: The benefits of failing fast
At one time, a single product prototype cost more to produce than the final product. Today, rapid prototyping has made the fabrication of physical models cost-effective as well as fast.
Expanding MEMS pressure sensor applications with parylene
What if the intended application does not fall within the typical uses of a MEMS pressure sensor?
Technology advancements continue to transform mobility markets
ElectroCraft provides high-efficiency solutions for mobile robotics including medical robots, warehouse robots, industrial robots and more.
This multitasking tree treats wastewater, produces biofuel
Valued as a fast-growing lignocellulosic bioenergy crop, the willow tree can also serve as a phytofiltration platform for municipal wastewater treatment.
Video: SMT updates transmission development software
The software features new transmission and driveline modeling and analysis capabilities.
Boost perovskite photovoltaic sustainability by recycling
Recycling will reduce the already low carbon footprint of perovskite solar cells.
A buoyancy-based storage solution for renewable energy
The feasibility and merits of buoyancy energy storage in the deep ocean are considered.
Diverter valve earns USDA certification
The 4 inch valve making its debut is now certified according to USDA guidelines for sanitary design and fabrication of food, pharmaceutical and chemical processing equipment.
Argo Hytos debuts its news electronic control units for hydraulic applications
Argo Hytos’ EL7 control unit features many analog input signal types and allows users to switch to the CAN bus interface.
Hawle releases the E3 gate valve – Where cutting-edge technology meets superior corrosion resistance
Hawle has released its latest gate valve, the E3.
Grass blades used as scaffold for lab grown meat
This research takes one step toward getting lab-grown meat on the market for consumer purchase.
Low pressure float valve from Hydro Systems gets an upgrade
Hydro Systems has introduced updates to the low pressure float valve of its HydroMinder dispensers for car wash applications.
Neles reveals its next generation of high-performance butterfly valves – The Neldisc L-series, Model D
Neles has recently launched its new generation of Neldisc L-series butterfly valves.
Solar water harvester takes a leaf from nature
A “synthetic tree” increases the efficiency of solar steam generation for water harvesting.
Report: The economics of renewable energy improve at the expense of coal
Most of the renewable generating capacity installed worldwide in 2020 is delivering power at a lower cost per MWh than new coal-fired production.
Radiative cooling system funnels freshwater from air
The water harvester features a self-cooling surface and a special radiation shield.
Direct steam injection offers forward thinking for slaughterhouse waste
Meat processing as an industry has enormous impacts on the world, both positive and negative. Direct steam injection offers an innovative solution to an ongoing challenge.
What Is the igus® 3D Print Service for Wear-Resistant Parts?
It’s a solution for engineers who need between 1-5,000 wear-resistant components. Learn more here.
Under the volcano: A source of key metals and geothermal energy
Metal-rich brines circulating in volcanic systems offer a largely untapped resource.
A microbial route to lignin-based chemicals and biofuels
A microbial enzyme degrades monomer bonds in lignin, converting the biorefinery waste product into useful chemicals.