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Elevat recognized by NFPA for introducing the industry’s first out-of-the box IoT solution
Elevat is a complete enterprise-ready solution that connects intelligent assets to a mobile computing platform. With Elevat, operators can manage intelligent assets throughout their entire life cycle from the cloud.
More robots being shipped to non-automotive companies
The automotive industry, long a leader in robotics implementation, has seen shipments slowing down; non-automotive companies, by contrast, have seen a 41% increase since 2017.
How does a non-spreading line blind help you?
Learn the major advantages of using a Strahman Non-Spreading Line Blind over a traditional spectacle blind.
Advanced composites production for automotive, aerospace engineering
New approaches to the manufacture of carbon fiber reinforced polymer offer comparable performance to existing composites solutions at reduced cost.
New flow control valve to be showcased at Bauma 2019
Webtec will be showcasing their new hydraulic combination valve for mobile machinery applications at the world’s leading trade fair for the construction, building material and mining machine industries from April 8 to April 14 in Munich, Germany.
US attempts to calm fears over 'killer robots'
Following word that it is searching for a partner to help upgrade its current aiming systems, the U.S. Department of Defense (DoD) announced that humans will continue to make the final decision surrounding whether armed robots can shoot at a target.
Armstrong unveils new IPS 4000 controller for multi-pump installations with variable load demands
The automation solution is designed for commercial HVAC pumping stations of up to 8 pumps and 16 zones.
Advanced Motion Controls launches the FE060-25-EM and the FlexPro drive family
The FE060-25-EM drive runs on 10 to 55 V DC, communicates over EtherCAT and supports incremental encoder and BISS C-Mode feedback.
Study: Female scientists get roughly $40,000 less in funding than their male counterparts
According to research from Northwestern Medicine, female scientists earn less in federal funding than their male counterparts, which could hinder their research and careers.
Record electricity demand could tax this power grid
ERCOT's President and CEO said that in all of the scenarios studied for the summer of 2019, a potential need existed to call an energy alert and tap resources ranging from demand response to mandatory curtailment.
Smart sensors for high temperature turbine monitoring
The temperature and dynamic pressure sensors developed through the research effort feature innovations in materials development, manufacturing processes and advanced packaging technologies.
Video: Goodyear unveils flying car concept tire at Geneva Motor Show
The tire can be used both for driving on the road and as a propeller for flying in the sky.
Quantum key distribution may safeguard electricity grid data
Researchers are working to test the effectiveness of metro-scale quantum key distribution as a means of secure communication for the nation’s electricity suppliers.
Study: Proof of a bygone groundwater era on Mars
Evidence of a hydrological history is provided by images captured by the European Space Agency's Mars Express probe and NASA’s Mars Reconnaissance Orbiter.
Spinning artificial muscles with spider silk
On exposure to 70% relative humidity, silk quickly shrinks and twists, demonstrating a trait which could be of use in artificial muscles and actuators.
Tweaking traffic lights during snowstorms can ease snarls
Researchers found that adjusting traffic signals in bad weather could reduce delays by up to 20%.
Startup creates AI software that detects shoplifters before they steal
A Japanese startup has created artificial intelligence (AI) software capable of detecting potential shoplifters.
Company using facial identification tech on weapons
A software company based in California has found another use for facial recognition technology that involves weapons identification.
Fast food chain employs AI at the drive-thru
Built on real customer recordings, the system reportedly improves order accuracy, eliminates pressure on human workers and alleviates labor shortages.
Watch the launch and ISS docking of SpaceX Crew Dragon capsule
The SpaceX Crew Demo-1 mission launch kicked off the first orbital test flight of NASA’s Commercial Crew program.