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Here's how engineers can safeguard cars from hacking
Promising solutions to secure connected cars are being advanced. Cybersecurity must be a priority for all automotive manufacturers in this digital age if they are to protect consumers from fraud and exploitation.
Pilot fusion power plant design advances
The high-field spherical tokamak power system is being designed to generate 800 MW of fusion power and 85 MW of net electricity.
FPT Industrial unveils the R38: New compact engine enhances its power generation and industrial power unit line-up
The new 3.8 l turbocharged engine aims to offer a cost-effective solution for unregulated applications.
Noblelight UV lamps reduce VOC emissions and downtime
Optimized low-pressure UV lamps clean and reduce pollutants in the foundry exhaust air by means of photo-oxidation.
Building satellite thrusters — In Michigan
Orbion Space Technology is building hall-effect thrusters fitted into commercial and government satellites.
Q&A with Mark W. Turley, solar market lead for Alexandria Industries
The implications of legislative policy for current and future developments of the U.S. renewable energy sector are explored.
ORTUR announces new the H20 laser engraver
The H20 accommodates a range of engraving and cutting applications, combining advanced technology with user-friendly features appropriate for assorted skill levels.
FUTERRA compressor oils launched by RSC Bio Solutions
FUTERRA Compressor Oil is formulated with a synthetic, sustainable base oil, offering thermal stability, long service intervals and inherent biodegradability.
New infinity clamp for aging subsea pipelines launched by Norclamp
Called an industry first, the modular clamp reportedly offers unlimited extensions through an interlocking design, offering a scalable, cost-effective alternative for subsea pipeline maintenance.
Seco Machine Library provides users instant cutting data recommendations
The web-based system simplifies the process of identifying, purchasing and optimizing tools that are appropriate for specific machines.
Semi-rigid and conformable options added to RF cable assembly line
Available in both semi-rigid and conformable cables, these assemblies offer versatile solutions for signal routing.
Mapping the risk of landslides in the US
A new nationwide landslide susceptibility map provides a highly detailed, county-by-county picture of where these damaging, disruptive and potentially deadly geologic hazards are likely.
No, America’s battery plant boom isn’t going bust — Construction is on track for the biggest factories, with thousands of jobs planned
Our research shows that planned capital expenditures add up to $52 billion, which would support 490 gigawatt-hours of battery manufacturing capacity per year — enough to put roughly five million new electric vehicles on the road.
New AI-powered wearable camera system detects possible errors in medication delivery
The system’s developers believe that it could become an important safeguard in operating rooms, intensive-care units and emergency-medicine settings.
Careful now! Storage practice for LNG and LPG
If allowed to leak, they quickly turn into a Boiling Liquid Expanding Vapor Explosion (BLEVE), one of the most catastrophic disasters that can occur in the chemical processing industry. In order to understand how to avoid BLEVE incidents, the properties of the materials must be well understood.
New ultrasonic sensor launched by Migatron
The new sensor offers accuracy and reliability in distance measure and object detection, the company explained.
Engineering the Automotive Future (Nov. 10-16)
As we look to the future, the ways we design, manufacture and use cars will continue to evolve in ways that are hard to fully predict, making the automotive landscape more disruptive than ever.
Flow facility detects water pipeline flaws
The University of Calgary, Canada, facility is intended to help engineer advancements in pipeline leak detection and related water infrastructure.
Igus introduces new environmentally friendly PFAS- and PTFE-free bearing material
This new material aligns with the growing global regulatory focus on limiting the use of harmful substances in industrial and consumer products.
Q&A with Andi Stelpflug about what's new, different at Automation Fair 2024
Stelpflug, director of events and experiences at Rockwell Automation, offers a preview of what new opportunities await visitors to Automation Fair 2024, this November in Anaheim, California.