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Video: Robot chef preps pizza like a pro
The makers of Pizzaiola suggest that the robotic chef could be as productive as two full-time employees amid a global labor shortage, working 24 hours a day, seven days a week, 365 days a year.
2022 State of the powder metallurgy industry in North America
Despite global supply chain challenges, the future appears promising for the North American powder metallurgy sector.
These robots will make your skin crawl: Part 2
Join Engineering360 as we revisit in a two-part article some of the creepy crawly species to influence robot technology.
Industrial lighting automation simplified through complete system solutions
As building automation installations continue to gain greater momentum, the industry needs solutions that incorporate necessary functionality in a simple, compact package.
Remote tracking system developed for oil and gas sites
The SAT4D satellite-based monitoring system from Sensaphone remotely monitors wells, refineries and storage facilities 24/7 for assorted conditions including tank floats, pump status, security, power failure and equipment malfunction.
Apple expands its recycling reach
Nearly 20% of all material used in Apple products in 2021 was recycled, the highest-ever use of recycled content.
Companies to jointly develop autonomous tech for the oil and gas sector
The companies are jointly performing a proof-of-concept test using the second-generation iteration of the EX ROVR plant inspection robot that MHI previously introduced as ASCENT.
Dual robot drone flies and dives
Typically, ecologists rely on boats to reach and monitor aquatic areas. However, deploying MEDUSA for such tasks could help to eliminate the risk to humans sent into potentially rough aquatic environments.
Fundamentals of synchronous motors
Just because synchronous motors typically run at synchronous speeds, it doesn’t mean it is impossible to control their speeds to meet different application needs.
Micrometeoroids no match for James Webb Space Telescope
The craft was struck sometime between May 23 and May 25 by a larger than expected micrometeoroid.
Using AI to optimize wind energy services
The project is expected to benefit wind facilities worldwide with increased forecasting capabilities.
Pre-treatment to optimize membrane filtration
Effective pre-treatment is crucial in maintaining the life expectancy and performance of membrane filtration systems.
Video: Researchers introduce their graffiti bot
To develop GTGraffiti, the research team first employed motion capture technology to record two human artists painting the alphabet in a bubble letter graffiti style.
A comparison of common flow sensor types
A comparison of the pros and cons of many common liquid, gas and stream flow meters.
Valve selection for chemical applications
A guide on things to consider when selecting valves for use in chemical applications.
Food-handling bot to make its debut at Automate 2022
At the show, the new DR-3iB/6 STAINLESS delta robot using a Soft Robotics gripper will pick bakery, dairy and meat products from the middle section of the demonstration’s work area and place them in specified zones.
Axon proposes taser-toting drones for responding to active shooter events
Following on the heels of the recent active shooter events in Uvalde, Texas, and Buffalo, New York, among others, Axon is hoping to develop a drone or robot featuring tasers that can be deployed in the event of an active shooter situation.
System promises to automate bird deterrence at agricultural sites
The system under development will feature drones that can patrol agricultural sites 24/7, deterring pest birds that destroy crops.
Hospital air curtain designed to curtail viral spread
The system provides a safe barrier between the patient and medical personnel in hospital settings.
Video: Team attempting to automate some components of blood donation
To automate the process, prevent bacterial contamination of blood and subsequently increase its shelf life, researchers developed a system featuring jigs, actuators, vision systems and a robotic arm capable of autonomously folding whole blood collection packaging and centrifuge tube loading.