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Humanoid robots are tripping over their high energy demands
Battery science, overall system weight, thermal management needs and actuator efficiency all contribute to a power-hungry android with limited energy reserves.
A non-invasive path to geothermal energy access
Negating the need for drilling, geothermal panels capture both shallow heat from the ground and residual thermal energy from the surrounding air.
New 170 W Ecofit EC motor: More cooling power and efficiency for every application
The increased power rating offers a higher-performance, more energy-efficient air movement solution.
FPT Industrial powers up for the Genoa International Boat Show with Naval Motor Botti
Visitors will have the chance to discover a selection from FPT Industrial’s marine line-up.
Software elevates oil sector performance
The digital twin process simulation system is designed to deliver advanced optimization with the integration of artificial intelligence and machine learning for the refining and petrochemical industries.
Igus to showcase affordable palletizing cobot at PACK EXPO Las Vegas 2025
The Fairino FR20 features a robust 20 kg payload capacity and 1,854 mm reach with six degrees of freedom.
Diener Precision Pumps launches Exacta Series variable dispense pump: Precision, flexibility and customization for critical applications
The pump provides accurate, repeatable dosing with the flexibility of varying the dispensed volume with a simple command.
Allrounder Cube 1800: Efficient cube technology for multi-colored caps
The production cell is equipped with a space-saving Agilus six-axis robot, which removes molded parts and deposits them on a conveyor belt in an automated process.
Online conference: Digital WE Days
Experts from Würth Elektronik and a wide range of partner companies share in-depth electronics expertise first-hand at this ever-popular event. Participants gain valuable insights into current developments as well as practical, solution-oriented approaches.
Seaweed-infused clay builds lighter, eco-friendly construction material
The researchers included algae in the production of ceramic clays that are used in construction to reduce the weight of concrete slabs.
Aerial robots use AI to monitor, map wildfire smoke
The team used a swarm of AI-guided aerial robots to capture several angles of the smoke plumes to build 3D reconstructions and analyze flow patterns.
Lab-grown oils promise deforestation-free cosmetics and food
This solution is expected to address the environmental and ethical concerns associated with the manufacture of palm, coconut and other botanicals, including deforestation, habitat loss, fertilizer and water use, and labor abuses.
Ultrasonic device removes salt from sea sand to boost building applications
The team has created an ultrasonic desalination device that enables more effective removal of salt from sea sand.
New wearable patch performs diagnostics using sweat, not blood
The smart patch can precisely observe internal changes through sweat when attached to the body where it can simultaneously and in real-time analyze multiple metabolites.
"Bone-gun" can generate bone grafts directly onto fractures in animals
The so-called bone gun has already been trialed in rabbits, quickly creating complex bone implants without having to prefabricate in advance.
Nanoparticles offer quick virus detection in food and water supplies
According to the researchers, the approaches test for bacteria and viruses in food and water, thereby reducing the wait for results from days to hours, offering real-time results in the field.
US scientists turn frozen tofu into inspiration for no-melt ‘jelly ice’
To develop the jelly ice, the team took inspiration from frozen tofu, which retained water internally but released it upon thawing.
WEAV3D launches FLEXSPEC structural thermoforming panel
Thermoformable sheets are designed to achieve bending stiffness equivalence with a wide range of steel and aluminum sheet metal gauges while increasing load capacity and weight.
Glide-Line unveils custom-engineered Zero Contact Zoned Conveyor for heavy-duty applications
The system eliminates product collision entirely while significantly improving efficiency and reducing wear and tear on the conveyor.
Here’s how to bring additive manufacturing tooling in-house
Using additive manufacturing for tool and jig development has the potential to save both time and money, without restricting new product designs.