HEADLINES ARCHIVE
Video: IMI develops germ-free door opener, donates 100% of profits to local food pantries
The hands-free door opener allows people to open latch-less doors without using their fingers, arms or clothing.
Graphene biosensor platform speeds COVID-19 diagnosis
The rapid diagnostic technique recently devised by researchers in South Korea relies on a field-effect transistor-based biosensor that generates results in less than a minute.
Chinese self-driving truck startup raises $100 million
Inceptio Technology will use the funds to develop autonomous tech as well as begin commercial trials.
New rigs installed by Chesterton
Pump and valve solutions provider Chesterton has installed three pump rig stations for advanced testing of packing used in pumps, mixers and agitators.
Particulate pollution estimation with satellites and neural networks
The accuracy of estimating ground-level PM2.5 improves with a computer vision algorithm designed to process micro-satellite imagery of spatial coverages significantly smaller than 1 km2.
Pump now features four configurable outputs
Watson-Marlow’s Fluid Technology Group’s (WMFTG’s) Qdos chemical metering pumps now feature four configurable outputs that enable users to eliminate the need for additional programmable logic controls (PLCs) and provide extra flexibility when communicating with supervisory control and data acquisition (SCADA) or other external monitoring systems.
CT data library compiled to support reduced radiation dose research
Researchers can use the publicly accessible library to develop algorithms and enhance imaging hardware to produce peak-quality computed tomography images using low radiation doses.
Compact automatic lubrication pump launched by Graco
Fluid management product supplier Graco has debuted a new G-Mini compact lubrication pump that complements the company’s G1 and G3 series and it is designed with an optional built-in heater that automatically turns on at low temperature.
Micro slides feature anti-cage creep technology
The miniature slides were developed to meet rising demand for smaller, compact linear slides to increase output in micro-assembly machines and pick-and-place machines.
Watch a lofty approach to wind energy generation
Fleets of tethered drones are being developed to harness high-altitude winds and power ground-based generators.
Small robot can overcome objects larger than itself
A team from Bilkent University in Turkey have developed a small quadruped robot that is capable of climbing and surmounting obstacles.
Satellite measures methane emissions from Permian Basin
Data for an 11-month period show the region responsible for the largest methane flux ever reported from U.S. hydrocarbon production operations.
Watch: First unified geologic map of the moon is released
The first comprehensive geologic map of Earth’s moon has been prepared by the U.S. Geological Survey in collaboration with NASA and Lunar Planetary Institute astronomers.
Smart actuators for process applications
The new PROFOX electric valve actuator from Auma is suited for process industry applications which require fast and precise positioning, flexibility and future-proof interfaces.
Video: Air bearing rotation stage with large aperture for test, metrology and precision manufacturing
A new large motorized rotary air bearing has been added to the existing families of PIglide air bearing rotary stages available from PI (Physik Instrumente).
New pressure transmitter from Krohne
Krohne, a manufacturer and supplier of industrial process instruments, has introduced its Optibar PM 3050, which is a compact pressure transmitter for pressure and level applications, designed for use in the food and beverage, water and wastewater, iron and steel, OEM/automation and other process industries.
Team is transforming manual resuscitators into automated resuscitators
Researchers at the University at Buffalo and the Buffalo Niagara Medical Campus are turning manual resuscitators into automated resuscitators to fill COVID-19-related supply chain ventilator shortages.
CCEFP Summit delayed
Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the Center for Compact and Efficient Fluid Power (CCEFP) Summit scheduled for May 19-21 is now postponed until September 22-24, at the University of Minnesota.
Fluid power companies offering free online trainings, resources amid pandemic
Amid the COVID-19 pandemic, assorted fluid power organizations and companies are offering complimentary online training course.
Einride to provide Swedish grocery with electric, self-driving trucks
A fleet of trucks is expected to be up and running by 2025.