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OKW offers more enclosures and knobs for HVAC, climate control and environmental technology
These components are engineered to withstand a range of hazards including temperature fluctuations, particles, low-level vibration and cleaning with aggressive chemicals.
Ground stop! Hydrogen airplanes are nearly ready — if only the hydrogen market was too
It might be surprising to learn that the aviation industry is not one of the world’s largest carbon emitters — but likely will be by 2050. To reverse this trend, aerospace engineers are looking at hydrogen.
The State of Autonomous Autos (Sept. 28 - Oct. 4)
For more than a decade, self-driving cars have been in the limelight. Billions have been invested. Many prototypes have been tested. And a few lives have been lost along the way. Yet, for the average consumer and commuter, self-driving cars do not feel close.
Solar cells capture the light indoors
New perovskite solar cells are capable of efficiently harvesting energy from indoor light.
Environmental control for aerospace: Protecting priceless payloads
A private aerospace manufacturer of rockets and spacecraft for commercial and military use commissioned Air Innovations to develop a state-of-the-art environmental control system to support various capsule launches.
DEVELON introduces its new material handler for heavy-duty jobs
The DX270WMH-7 is built for tough recycling jobs and configured to conquer them. The machine is designed to elevate operator productivity, enhance safety and optimize material movement at recycling and solid waste facilities.
AI turns security cameras into instant fire detectors
The system can analyze video footage and identify fires within 0.016 seconds per frame, possibly offering critical extra minutes for both evacuation and emergency response.
Strategic IT/OT convergence for a secure digital future
Industry has historically relied on two separate, specialized networks: the office IT network and the industrial OT network. The IT network, the backbone of modern business operations, manages data, facilitates communications like email and voice over IP (VoIP), enables video conferencing and supports Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) systems.
The monumental engineering behind London’s $25 billion Elizabeth line
By the numbers, the underground railway link, aka The Crossrail Project, adds 26 miles (42 km) of new tunnel under Central London Eight Herrenknecht TBMs (Tunnel Boring Machines) took charge of tunnel cutting duties.
Compact powerhouses with versatile configurability
FAULHABER offers the new GXR series 1437 with copper-graphite commutation, and precious-metal-commutated motors of the proven SXR series in sizes 1424 and 1437.
Clippard launches PHV Series Booster Valve
The valve delivers exceptional high-flow performance in a compact, pressure-piloted design.
Glide-Line launches heavy-duty roller chain conveyor system for large, high-weight products
The new system is engineered to accumulate loads up to 700 kg (1,540 lbs) — making it ideal for moving home appliances, furniture assemblies, automotive components, garage door parts and more.
Direct current (DC) microgrids: A bulwark against cyberattacks
The growing security threats facing cloud-managed electrical systems can potentially be countered by DC microgrids that reinforce energy resilience.
Triple-frac boosts Permian oil output
New advances offer the opportunity to frac three wells at once, allowing Chevron to complete 25% of its Permian Basin wells in this manner during 2024.
Hydrogen enlisted to power defense activities
The portable fuel cell system is expected to be deployed by U.S. Marine Corps field units to replace the heavy batteries and generators now used by soldiers to provide electricity.
Sanitation service and fertilizer sourced with solar energy
An innovative solar-powered system converts human waste into a tool for profitable and sustainable energy and agriculture in resource-limited regions.
Quantic Wenzel achieves AS9100D certification for aerospace quality management system
Certification reinforces the ability to meet stringent customer requirements and deliver consistent, ultra-low phase noise frequency control and timing products.
World premiere Allrounder 475 V: Small footprint, high clamping force
The new vertical machine from Arburg can be used flexibly and looks predestined for both manual and automated overmolding of inserts.
Thermal flow meter improves natural gas pipeline booster station flare unit monitoring
The meter offers highly accurate and repeatable gas flow measurement in hazardous areas to assist in compliance with environmental mandates.
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