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New science-education subscription service for kids
21 Aug 2019 -
Seeking welder with 'golden arm,' developer turns to cobot system
01 May 2019 -
Listen to a Bit of Space History
15 Nov 2018 -
Watch: 13 Ocean Solutions for Climate Change
04 Oct 2018 -
A First for Flat Lenses: Full-Color Imaging
03 Oct 2018
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Torque limiter sprockets offer maximum protection from torque overload
17 Jun 2020Torque limiting devices can help protect your conveyor equipment during a mechanical jam. -
Beetle inspires self-cooling film
16 Jun 2020Source: Marie DonlonInspired by a beetle that can regulate its body temperature in even the hottest climates, researchers from the Cockrell School of Engineering at the University of Texas at Austin, Shanghai Jiao Tong University in China and KTH Royal Institute of Technology in Sweden, have developed a self-cooling material with potential applications for cooling buildings and electronics. -
Watch: A microfluidic mechanism based on sound waves
15 Jun 2020Source: S. HimmelsteinDuke University researchers have advanced a sound idea based on acoustic vortices to improve the mechanics of microfluidics. -
Transparent surgical masks currently in development for healthcare workers
12 Jun 2020Source: Marie DonlonResearchers from Switzerland’s École Polytechnique fédéral de Lausanne (EPFL) and the Swiss Federal Laboratories for Material Sciences and Technology have developed a breathable and transparent polymer surgical mask for healthcare workers amid the COVID-19 pandemic. -
Tomorrow's electric vehicle, today with Siemens' digital twin technology
12 Jun 2020Uniti and Siemens create an advanced electric vehicle through the digital twin of design, development and manufacturing. Not only a more affordable EV, but an answer for a greener planet. -
Watch: Biodegradable masks designed for COVID-19 response effort
11 Jun 2020Source: S. HimmelsteinResearchers in Canada turned to plentiful wood resources to develop a fully compostable and biodegradable medical grade face mask. -
Researchers develop egg-based coating for produce
11 Jun 2020Source: Marie DonlonResearchers from Rice University have developed a new coating derived from egg waste that protects fruits and vegetables for extended periods. -
Video: DOE reveals Waves to Water prize winners
10 Jun 2020Source: S. HimmelsteinThe competition promotes the use of wave energy-powered desalination to provide potable drinking water for remote coastal and island communities. -
Team develops mole-bot for drilling, space applications
10 Jun 2020Source: Marie DonlonA team from the Korea Advanced Institute of Science and Technology (KAIST) have developed a robot inspired by the African mole-rat and European mole. -
Cobots improve efficiency and reduce floorspace for electronics provider
09 Jun 2020Benchmark Electronics deployed six cobots for assembly and testing. Their results: greater efficiency, floorspace. -
The igus® virtual trade show booth: Discover 100 new and innovative products remotely
08 Jun 2020Our booth is built and ready to go (virtually)! Discover top new igus® products here. -
Watch rapid UTI detection by fidget spinner
04 Jun 2020Source: S. HimmelsteinA new fast and portable point-of-care diagnostic for urinary tract infections (UTIs) makes use of the fidget spinner, a rapidly rotating toy claimed to provide an antidote for anxiety and hyperactivity. -
How to install your Deublin rotary union
04 Jun 2020Deublin is the world leader in manufacturing rotary unions and electrical slip rings. Find a solution from our 2,000 unions or contact our team for a custom application. -
Tigerflex food-grade material handling hose products by Kuriyama
03 Jun 2020Tigerflex food-grade material handling hose products for in-plant or outdoor use applications. -
UK company manufactures film, TV props with robot mill
03 Jun 2020Source: Marie DonlonA U.K. company manufactures film props for the film and TV industry using an automated milling robot. -
Watch: New robot feet allow them to travel over difficult terrain
02 Jun 2020Source: Siobhan TreacyResearchers from the University of California, San Diego, created flexible feet to help robots walk up to 40 percent faster on uneven terrains, like pebbles or wood chips. -
Watch: Dual-fuel LNG engine approved for service in ultra-large container ships
02 Jun 2020Source: S. HimmelsteinType approval has been awarded to the engine, which is slated to power nine new ultra-large container ships. -
Siglent introduces next generation RF signal generators
02 Jun 2020Siglent's new RF Signal Generators have output frequencies to 6 GHz with Vector Signal Generation -
Robotic arm capable of making omelet
01 Jun 2020Source: Marie DonlonEngineers from the University of Cambridge in the U.K. have trained a robotic arm to make omelets, according to reports. -
Hydra-Cell "no problem" pumps will run dry without damage
01 Jun 2020Hydra-Cell's unique seal-less design eliminates many typical pump problems.