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Video: Countdown to liftoff for James Webb Space Telescope
The observatory has been fueled in preparation for its late December launch on an Ariane 5 rocket from the European Space Agency Spaceport in French Guiana.
Video: Robotic catamaran from MIT designed for aquafarming tasks
The Oystamaran is a self-propelled catamaran that features a flipping mechanism capable of inserting itself among the thousands of floating mesh oyster bags at a Cape Cod aquafarm.
Watch a bird-inspired robot capable of perching
The robot, dubbed “stereotyped nature-inspired aerial grasper," or SNAG, is attached to quadcopter drone and is inspired by the peregrine falcon.
Real-time subsea meter calibration tool serves the oil and gas sector
The software tool for verification of subsea multiphase flow meters will help operators optimize reservoir management and revenues.
Video: Robotape automates the industrial taping process
The automated platform is entirely flexible to the user’s needs, relying solely on programming to position and apply the tape for complicated tasks.
What to know about timing belt pulleys
They are typically used in power transmission systems where maintenance of speed ratio and prevention of misalignment are important design considerations. Yet, many product designers and engineers are often plagued with challenges when designing efficient timing pulley systems.
AI boosts water desalination efficiency
An artificial intelligence (AI)-based method streamlines graphene membrane design for reverse osmosis desalination applications.
60 A micro-sized FlexPro servo drives from Advanced Motion Controls
The small size is perfect for autonomous mobile robots, automated guided vehicles, portable devices, lab and warehouse automation and any other integrated design.
Disc couplings for test, measurement and inspection systems
The couplings can accommodate all forms of misalignment, making them well suited to the requirements of test, measurement and inspection systems.
Inspired by nature: Robots
Follow along as Engineering360 explores recent robotic systems — including robots that mimic dogs, fish and cockroaches — that have been inspired by nature.
Video: Compact brushless DC motors deliver battery-driven automation
The motors are ideal for automated guided vehicle and automated mobile robot applications.
Mobile app tracks air quality via satellite imagery
The app delivers the data needed to help different industrial sectors achieve carbon dioxide emission reduction and net zero goals.
Fujifilm survey reveals lack of awareness about environmental impact of data storage solutions
Research highlights the need to address increased energy consumption and carbon emissions from data centers.
See a new lunar rover prototype
The vehicle was jointly developed by Nissan Motor Co. and the Japan Aerospace Exploration Agency.
Video: Firgelli Automations targets robotics and linear motion industries with externally adjustable electric linear actuator
The actuators feature a patent-pending mechanical limit switch device, providing end users with unprecedented flexibility.
Video: Drilling for deep ice in Antarctica
Researchers plan to collect the oldest continuous ice core in Antarctica and provide a record of the climate spanning some 1.5 million years.
Video: IKEA Bot gets a touch-sensitive makeover
The new Force Sensor Robust Compliance Control software will enable other touch-sensitive tasks such as assembly, polishing, sanding and fine manipulation, which had previously been carried out by humans.
Team takes AI-based approach to 'listen' for signs of machine failure
This acoustic anomaly detection approach could help manufacturers avoid unnecessary equipment replacement, reduce maintenance costs, improve work safety and increase equipment availability
New servo systems for motion control applications
These brushless servo systems are fully digital and capable of covering a broad range of motion control applications.
Single pair Ethernet system makes buildings smarter
The first complete single pair Ethernet system on the market has been launched by Switzerland-based R&M.