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New rigs installed by Chesterton
Pump and valve solutions provider Chesterton has installed three pump rig stations for advanced testing of packing used in pumps, mixers and agitators.
Particulate pollution estimation with satellites and neural networks
The accuracy of estimating ground-level PM2.5 improves with a computer vision algorithm designed to process micro-satellite imagery of spatial coverages significantly smaller than 1 km2.
Pump now features four configurable outputs
Watson-Marlow’s Fluid Technology Group’s (WMFTG’s) Qdos chemical metering pumps now feature four configurable outputs that enable users to eliminate the need for additional programmable logic controls (PLCs) and provide extra flexibility when communicating with supervisory control and data acquisition (SCADA) or other external monitoring systems.
Smalley Nested Spirawave® wave spring series
Nested Spirwave wave springs for higher forces: now available standard from .500 to 4 in.
CT data library compiled to support reduced radiation dose research
Researchers can use the publicly accessible library to develop algorithms and enhance imaging hardware to produce peak-quality computed tomography images using low radiation doses.
Compact automatic lubrication pump launched by Graco
Fluid management product supplier Graco has debuted a new G-Mini compact lubrication pump that complements the company’s G1 and G3 series and it is designed with an optional built-in heater that automatically turns on at low temperature.
Liberty Pumps debuts two new condensate pumps
Pump manufacturer Liberty Pumps has launched two new models of a mini-split condensate pump.
US Air Force launches Agility Prime, an open challenge to flying car companies
A virtual tradeshow permits flying car vendors to pitch their technologies, as the first part of the USAF's Agility Prime program.
High-contrast, laser-markable, PTFE wire insulation takes flight
To help aerospace engineers and assembly technicians better do their jobs, and keep millions of aviation passengers safe, Saint-Gobain has developed an innovative, high-contrast, laser-markable fluoropolymer wire tape.
Micro slides feature anti-cage creep technology
The miniature slides were developed to meet rising demand for smaller, compact linear slides to increase output in micro-assembly machines and pick-and-place machines.
Cables for food and beverage processing applications
The cable design complies with UL flame test requirements and meets U.S. Food and Drug Administration food contact requirements.
Watch a lofty approach to wind energy generation
Fleets of tethered drones are being developed to harness high-altitude winds and power ground-based generators.
Vibration-damping technology for machining
Turning operations up to 10 x D can be manufactured with high process reliability and with very good surface finish quality using the A3000 boring bars.
Small robot can overcome objects larger than itself
A team from Bilkent University in Turkey have developed a small quadruped robot that is capable of climbing and surmounting obstacles.
Satellite measures methane emissions from Permian Basin
Data for an 11-month period show the region responsible for the largest methane flux ever reported from U.S. hydrocarbon production operations.
Standards are freely accessible to support COVID-19 response
Many accredited code and standards developers are providing complimentary access to resources relevant to the design and manufacture of medical equipment, health facilities management and other supply chain issues brought to light by the pandemic.
Thermoplastics company debuts online 3D-printing resource
M. Holland Co., a thermoplastics resin distributor, has officially launched its online platform devoted to 3D printing.
DARPA to solve soldier jet lag, diarrhea with implantable
The Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency (DARPA) is attempting to solve issues encountered by deployed soldiers such as diarrhea from unsanitary food and water and jet lag using an implantable or ingestible bioelectronic carrier.
US Army to issue camera-enabled drones from missile launchers
Engineers at the U.S. Army’s Aberdeen Proving Ground are building a camera drone that can be ejected from a grenade launcher for surveillance applications.
Types of geothermal heat pumps
Geothermal heat pumps are a popular option for sustainable heating and cooling.