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'Magic Eye' identifies maintenance needs on assembly lines
The system, dubbed Magic Eye, uses image analysis to detect deviations in assembly line equipment — girders, cabling and bolts, for instance.
New CMS HD VX multistage vacuum pumps from COVAL with added intelligence and communications capability
The CMS HD VX multistage pumps are fully connected to Industry 4.0.
Gecko- and inchworm-inspired robot climbs walls
Dubbed GeiwBot, the tiny, 4 cm long, 3 mm wide, 1 mm thick robot reportedly mimics the gripping ability of geckos and the movement of inchworms using a combination of ultraviolet light and magnetic force.
Geeplus introduces bigger, more powerful voice coil motor
The new motor uses a highly optimized magnet assembly to produce exceptional force/mass ratio for high acceleration in dynamic applications.
SABIC to showcase at OFC 2023 new near-IR transparent thermo-optical resins to enhance bandwidth and energy efficiency in optical components
The company will display several specialized, high-heat thermoplastics that can facilitate the adoption of cutting-edge optical technologies.
Carbon-based nanocomposites for EMI shielding
Carbon-based nanocomposites have emerged as effective electromagnetic interference (EMI) shielding materials.
Leader Tech thermal gap fillers address the most difficult of thermal demands
These products are ideal for use in high-power electronics, high-performance computing, data centers and other applications where reliable thermal management is crucial.
Case study: Ignite™ creating a new thermal process for developing lightweight materials
One of Harper’s clients is currently utilizing the Ignite process to successfully bring groundbreaking materials to market.
Polarization controllers: key differentiators to optimize your testing and manufacturing applications
Polarization control has become an integral part of optical R&D labs and manufacturing lines.
Silicone adhesive tape — A powerful product for demanding applications
Silicone is well known as a material for challenging uses and environments.
Watch these insect-inspired robots jump
The researchers were able to mimic so-called snap buckling in beetles wherein a rapid release of elastic energy occurs when a coiled muscle within a click beetle’s thorax is triggered, enabling the beetle to propel itself great distances in the air.
Watch as this fairy-like robot takes flight
As part of their aptly named Flying Aero-robots based on Light Responsive Materials Assembly (FAIRY) project, the researchers created a polymer-assembly, light-controlled robot that flies using wind.
At Photonics West 2023: SABIC to highlight specialized thermoplastics to enable higher-bandwidth, lower-energy data centers
New thermoplastic materials engineered for advanced optical components that support industry trends, such as the migration to co-packaged optics and single-mode fiber optic systems, will be showcased.
AR amplifiers have the frequency to meet your needs
AR offers over 100 amplifiers ranging from 10 Hz–50 GHz.
Bus bars on glass for transparent conductive coatings
Bus Bars in conjunction with transparent conductive coatings are used for e-connectivity systems such as ITO heater windows, EMI shielded displays, and incubators.
Video: AGILOX introduces new ODM robot
The intelligent dolly mover travels autonomously and navigates freely on the production floor or in the warehouse.
FAULHABER drive calculator: A helpful tool for every developer
The platform currently enables the calculation of seven drive types and two operating modes.
Shrinking the footprint of IR photodetectors
A miniaturization process for infrared (IR) spectrometers based on a quantum dot photodetector can be integrated on a single chip.
Engineered electromagnetic surfaces (EES)
Remcom’s Wireless InSite® supports the simulation of RF interactions with engineered electromagnetic surfaces.
Watch this robot climb walls, ceilings using magnetized feet
Dubbed MARVEL, the quadruped robot can reportedly walk straight up walls and across ceilings thanks to its magnetized feet.