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Powder metallurgy in the automotive market — fan clutch assembly
The automotive industry is the dominant market for powder metallurgy (PM) components. In the changing industrial landscape, market demand requires more than just a durable component.
Bacteria detection device could make cleaner food processing plants
During food production, routine cleaning and surface sanitation are key to preventing microbial contamination in end food products. But the human eye can only do so much to determine if a surface is clean enough.
A COVID-19 vaccine primer
The "whos, whats, hows and whys" of the COVID-19 vaccines.
Video: First software framework designed for widely distributed autonomous systems
Connext 6.1 enables real-time control for large-scale and remotely operated systems.
NASA to begin supersonic aircraft overflight tests
The flights are part of phase three of the rollout to test the X-59 craft.
Video: Development of world’s largest non-hydro energy storage system
Two advanced compressed-air projects are being developed in California.
Saint-Gobain partners with NEST for sustainable building innovation
Saint-Gobain joins NEST to further its commitment to sustainable construction.
Fundamentals of airliner electrical systems
It is extremely rare that an electrical failure results in an airplane crash. And it's amazing that aircraft are able to supply this so much power on long flights. Here's how.
RAIL HD - automatic overhead electrical train grid and pantograph inspection
Get automatic condition reports of corona and arcing on electric rail structures and pantograph.
Efficient desalination system is solar-driven
The system can generate potable water with 46% efficiency under 1 sun illumination.
Construction optimism up, according to Nationwide study
According to the study, most construction owners are optimistic about business in the coming year despite setbacks due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
Pneumatic knockers aid material flow
These systems resolve disruptions in material flow by causing the silo outlet to vibrate.
GP Joule and Concord Pacific team up for 106 MW solar portfolio in Alberta
GP Joule North America broke ground on a 106 MW solar PV portfolio for Canada’s largest community builder, Concord Pacific.
Video: Heavy-duty pressure vessel designed to handle high viscosity fluids
The piston tank system is easy to fill with medium or high viscosity materials, such as engine oil.
Building safety recognized with month-long virtual celebration
Building Safety Month is designed to raise awareness for building codes and the role of building safety professionals in maintaining safe, sustainable and resilient communities.
Amp Energy boosts renewable energy storage with the Renewable Energy Hub of South Australia
The strategic portfolio contains large scale integrated solar photovoltaics, wind and battery energy storage system assets.
Novel propulsion system promises high-speed, low-noise, vertical-takeoff-and-landing flight
This emerging technology has the potential to significantly disrupt the urban mobility market.
Receive alerts before your centrifugal pump goes down unexpectedly
Implementing ifm vibration monitoring solutions for your centrifugal pump is seamless with embedded IO-Link technology and a comprehensive software platform designed for easy setup without an IT team.
ORNL research looks at large-scale 3D printing and air leaks
Two studies at U.S. Oak Ridge National Laboratory (ORNL) have relevance for the building and construction industry.
Touchplan improves construction project performance
Touchplan’s latest innovation improves construction project performance and profitability by aligning external master schedules with daily jobsite execution plans.