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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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Video: An Arctic appraisal of hydrogen-fueled trucks
12 May 2023Source: S. HimmelsteinVolvo Trucks is demonstrating the cold truth about its hydrogen-powered fuel cell trucks by putting them through their paces on public roads above the Arctic Circle. -
Kollmorgen introduces the AKMA servo motor to meet demands of medium- to heavy-washdown applications
12 May 2023Source: GlobalSpec News DeskThe new high performance servo motor delivers durability, cleanability and versatility. -
Funding to float expanded US water power tech
10 May 2023Source: S. HimmelsteinIncentive payments are directed toward hydroelectric power system maintenance and improvements, in addition to pilot tidal/current energy projects. -
Video: Swallow this dosimeter for accurate radiotherapy monitoring
10 May 2023Source: S. HimmelsteinThe swallowable X-ray dosimeter accurately estimates radiation dose based on radioluminescence and temperature. -
Video: Nexa3D launches XiP Pro industrial 3D printer
10 May 2023Source: GlobalSpec News DeskThe system delivers the highest daily throughput at the lowest operational costs for the production of industrial and medical device components, enabling onshoring and reshoring efforts with additive manufacturing. -
Addition curing silicone gel for sealing, potting and encapsulation
10 May 2023Master Bond MasterSil 170 gel is a low-viscosity silicone gel for potting and encapsulation. -
Solutions for productive shoulder milling
09 May 2023Source: GlobalSpec News DeskThis insert features a positive rake angle and narrow T-land to provide a smooth cutting action with lower demands on spindle torque. -
Video: The most endangered rivers in the US
04 May 2023Source: S. HimmelsteinThe annual list of America’s Most Endangered Rivers, recently released by conservation organization American Rivers, identifies the 10 systems in the U.S. most in need of near-term restoration and protection. -
New underwater drone launched by QYSEA
02 May 2023Source: Marie DonlonQYSEA suggests that this iteration allows both explorers and filmmakers to capture greater detail and slow-motion videos in ultra-high definition at as much as 100 m deep. -
Seco propels manufacturing with smart software and actionable intelligence
01 May 2023Source: GlobalSpec News DeskSeco Tools helps progressive manufacturers move toward greater benefits with software that fulfills the promises of Industry 4.0. -
THK company profile
01 May 2023THK linear motion solutions offered worldwide. -
Video: Measuring molten salt status in the FLEX reactor
28 Apr 2023Source: S. HimmelsteinDevelopers of the FLEX reactor installed instrumentation to measure the viscosity and density of molten salts at temperatures up to 1,000° C. -
Video: A good use for bad driving data
27 Apr 2023Source: S. HimmelsteinA new virtual testing environment simulates dangerous driving scenarios to quickly train autonomous vehicles. -
Video: Home heating from the underground
26 Apr 2023Source: S. HimmelsteinA project is underway to install an in-road ground source heat pump network in Cornwall, U.K., to reduce reliance on fossil fuels for residential space and water heating. -
New wind turbine design could revolutionize wind power
26 Apr 2023Source: Ryan ClancyA new approach to manufacturing wind turbine towers — spiral welding — has emerged that could drastically change how onshore wind farms are deployed. -
Soccer-ball dribbling bot being groomed for search-and-rescue tasks
26 Apr 2023Source: Marie DonlonTo develop the DribbleBot, the MIT CSAIL team “practiced” with the robotic dog using computer simulations, collecting and learning from the data it accumulated via those computer simulations. -
LogiMAT 2023: Interroll presents new high performance conveyor platform for courier, express and parcel service providers
25 Apr 2023Source: GlobalSpec News DeskThe new conveyor platform consists of a large number of standardized line and curve modules that can be freely combined to meet the respective customer requirements. -
Drones featuring inflatable frames could enhance search and rescue missions
25 Apr 2023Source: Marie DonlonTo better endure such collisions and enable the drones to appropriately conduct search and rescue operations, the team developed a first-of-its-kind quadrotor drone featuring an inflatable frame. -
Dobot Robotics introduces its new high-payload cobot
25 Apr 2023Source: Marie DonlonThe CR20A has a 20 kg payload, a 1,700 mm working radius and ±0.1 mm repeatability. As such, the CR20A is reportedly ideal for tasks such as heavy load handling, packaging, palletizing, workpiece machining and long-seam welding. -
New cobot series tries its hand in the food and beverage sector
25 Apr 2023Source: Marie DonlonDoosan Robotics expects to eventually customize the E-Series for other food and beverage applications, enabling the cobot to bake and barbeque.