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Fanuc expands its family of SCARA robots
FANUC America, a supplier of CNCs, robotics and Robomachines has expanded its line of SCARA Robots.
A concrete idea for building energy storage
A functional cement-based battery multitasks as a sustainable structural component and as an energy storage medium for buildings.
Tile insert disinfects air, surfaces against pathogens
Tile can easily integrate into existing ceiling tile designs.
Watch: Caging mechanism is incorporated into robotic hand
Prototype robotic hand demonstrates improved dexterity.
New recycling method turns plastic into jet fuel
This method offers an easier and more cost-effective way to reuse plastics.
Study: Sexism is equally harsh online as in real life for female doctors
There are many perks to social media networking for men, but these perks exist less so for women.
Transverse flux heating: A compact, flexible manufacturing technology for advanced high strength steel
The automotive industry is using innovative materials manufacturing technology to meet its omnipresent goals of reducing vehicle mass.
Watch: John Hopkins' new fast, strong, waterproof adhesive research
Adhesives are largely considered a solved problem. Even underwater, glues can be used in a wide range of maritime applications. Thing is, they’re just not that effective.
Sandwich battery offers powerful treat for EVs
The multilayered battery can be charged and discharged at least 10,000 times at a high current density.
Video: Winner of 'What's So Cool About Manufacturing?' contest
Each student team scripts, shoots, edits and produces a short video that documents their experience, highlighting what's "cool" about manufacturing. Twenty area manufacturers partnered with the students to introduce and inspire careers in manufacturing.
Women taking advantage of welding opportunities
Various courses have sprung up around the United States, to get females acquainted with and skilled in this vital trade. There has never been a better time, as multiple industries, including trades and manufacturing, are concerned about labor shortages.
World's most compact industrial robot arm
Industrial robot arms are used in a variety of industries. From the largest task to the smallest task, robotic arms can be the key to success.
SpectraSyn MaX next generation polyalphaolefin provides improved fuel economy and energy efficiency
Electric vehicle driveline fluids formulated with SpectraSyn MaX deliver enhanced energy efficiency to extend vehicle range.
Valuation guide for pumped storage hydropower
Definitive guidance is provided on how to value pumped storage hydropower projects.
EPA relaunches climate indicators website
The site, shuttered in 2017, compiles evidence of changes to climate reflected in rising temperatures, ocean sea level rise and other metrics.
Piezoelectric patch monitors water pipe integrity
Bio-based piezoelectric patches composed of crystallized amino acids are sensitive enough to detect leaks as small as 2 mm.
EZ Blockchain brings crypto mining solutions to oil and gas
The data center was installed over three days in February 2021 and fully operational by March 2021.
ControlByWeb scalable I/O platform adds remote monitoring capability
The X-400 model enhances the company’s flexible and expandable I/O platform and brings affordable scalability to remote installations.
Study: Alternative foods are needed to ensure future food security
Radical changes are needed to ensure food security because traditional food production will not be able to keep up with climate change threats.
Engineered bacteria economically create chemicals
Researchers from Hiroshima University found a way to economically produce acetone with engineered bacteria.