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FEATURED VIDEOS
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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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Smart water evolution: Badger Meter introduces BlueEdge
06 Jun 2024Source: GlobalSpec News DeskThrough the BlueEdge suite of solutions, customers can monitor their water use with highly accurate and reliable meters, sensors, instruments and valves, enhanced by real-time data collection and transmission. -
Medbot robot safely delivers medications
05 Jun 2024Source: Marie DonlonThe service robot, dubbed Medbot, can perform a variety of tasks in healthcare facilities, namely secure deliveries. Likewise, the robot is also being eyed for autonomous floor cleaning, hotel delivery and hospitality services. -
Video demonstration of silver-filled epoxy for EMI/RFI shielding
03 Jun 2024Master Bond EP4S-80 is a one component, silver-filled epoxy for bonding, sealing and coating. -
Advanced microscope aids nanoscale imaging
31 May 2024Source: GlobalSpec News DeskAn automated atomic force microscope has been designed to allow scientists and engineers to effortlessly collect 3D data at the nanoscale. -
A mini wireless robot can move through tubular structures
31 May 2024Source: Marie DonlonAccording to its developers, the robot promises to help solve complex maintenance problems while simultaneously minimizing pipe damage. -
Festo debuts its BionicBees
30 May 2024Source: Marie DonlonThe so-called BionicBees are a product of Festo’s Bionic Learning Network (BLN), which develops products inspired by nature. -
Optimizing installation space and performance with thread tapping screws
29 May 2024Source: GlobalSpec News DeskThis round self-tapping screw with a trilobular tapping zone reduces the tapping torque when joining lightweight metals. -
New drone hits precision targets at 70 mph
28 May 2024Source: Marie DonlonRogue 1 is described as a “next-generation, rapidly deployed, and optionally lethal vertical takeoff and landing (VTOL)” drone designed to assist armed forces in performing precision strikes. -
New AI-powered electromagnetic warfare tech designed to hunt drones
28 May 2024Source: Marie DonlonPulsar, which is powered by artificial intelligence (AI), can reportedly be deployed on both vehicles or aerial drones. -
This quadruped robot can stand, walk and roll on its hind ‘legs’
27 May 2024Source: Marie DonlonThe W1 can travel on smooth roads, sidewalks and floors, by simply rolling on its wheels. In the event the W1 needs to step over an obstacle, travel across rough terrain or climb or descend stairs, the W1 will stop and lock up its wheels. -
Battery recycling tech debuts in the US
16 May 2024Source: S. HimmelsteinThe facility is projected to produce 2 metric tons/day of battery-grade precursor cathode active material. -
The Keypanion app puts wireless access in the palm of your hand
15 May 2024Source: GlobalSpec News DeskThe wireless access control solution enables a simple plug and play system and allows users to share digital keys and manage equipment access from their phone. -
Save up to 50% in axial space with Wave Springs
15 May 2024Learn about the transformative power of Smalley's space-saving Wave Springs. -
Storm-resistant OTEC system tested for tropical islands
13 May 2024Source: S. HimmelsteinEngineered to enhance tropical storm survivability, the structure is also configured to be disconnected under extreme weather conditions and moved to a safe harbor. -
A spider-inspired robot designed for exploring space caves
10 May 2024Source: Marie DonlonThe midsized robot is reportedly capable of exploring areas — namely caves or lava tubes — that would typically be difficult for other larger or smaller robots to access. -
Compact fusion system hits temperature target
10 May 2024Source: S. HimmelsteinThis advance was demonstrated with a sheared-flow-stabilized Z-pinch approach to fusion. -
Card counting automation made easy
09 May 2024Source: GlobalSpec News DeskThis batch counter is ideal for counting and batching collectible game cards, gift cards, credit cards and transit passes. -
Simplifying the design of stellarators
08 May 2024Source: S. HimmelsteinA stellarator has been engineered with permanent magnets, components which are readily available and which do not require electric currents to generate fields. -
InOrbit unveils RobOps copilot for AI-powered robot optimization at Automate 2024
07 May 2024Source: GlobalSpec News DeskThis innovative product harnesses the power of artificial intelligence to turn robot operations data into actionable insights in order to optimize autonomous robot fleets. -
Watch Southco's auto interior positioning hinge and latch animation
07 May 2024Source: GlobalSpec News DeskThe hinge offers a new solution for mounting small lids and display screens that need to be lifted and held securely in place, at any angle.