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Video: Meet the VW Microbus of the Future
Hippies, rejoice. Volkswagen’s battery-electric I.D. BUZZ microbus concept is going into production.
J-Prep for Orbital Welding with Pipe Beveling Tool
The heavy-duty, I.D.-clamping, milling-end prep tool can J-prep bevel, face and bore all pipe alloys in preparation for orbital welding.
First Hybrid Propulsion System for Fish Farming Ship
A hybrid propulsion system is being integrated into a new fish processing and transportation ship.
Just a Shot of Coffee
The Bripe allows for miniaturized coffee (or tea) brewing in a portable, no-external-fire-necessary kit.
Four Important Considerations When Choosing the Right Convolute Wheel for Your Next Abrasives Project
There’s always demand for a long-lasting, quicker-cutting wheel to match the efficiency needs in today’s manufacturing environments.
Bringing STEM to Developing Countries
Started by a Peruvian college sophomore, United Technologies for Kids is an NGO startup that promotes science and technology education in developing countries.
Fundamentals of Resistance Spot Welding
The main purpose of resistance spot welding (RSW) is to join metal sheets together. This includes flat and formed pieces of bracing, stiffeners, brackets, hinges and other parts. Spot welding is also used in the fabrication of entire sheet metal assembles such as enclosures and cabinets. RSW is used for joining sheet metal because it is fast, reliable and economical.
Solving Jet Engine Test Problems Using Ruggedized Test Equipment
Selecting the right type of data acquisition hardware and software is a critical step in ensuring accurate data for any test routine, but jet engine testing poses unique requirements that the test engineer must address.
Report Debunks "Myth" About Crime and Well-Lit Streets
In fact, the results were surprising to researchers who found that streets with higher densities of light experienced roughly 60 percent more nonviolent (i.e., no use of force and no injury) crimes than streets with fewer light densities.
Watch: Graphene/Ceramic Metamaterial with Wide Applications Potential
Combining high strength with electrical conductivity and thermal insulation, a new graphene/ceramic metamaterial (GCM) is super-light, flame-resistant and super-elastic, with the potential for a wide range of applications.
A Tall Order: Inspecting the World's Largest Aircraft
The first full inspection of Airlander’s hull was recently completed by technicians from Hybrid Air Vehicles, manufacturer of the world’s largest aircraft.
Nanocoating Spray to Extend Produce Shelf Life
Researchers have created antibacterial, edible nanometer-thick films for preserving a variety of materials.
In Rome, a 3D-Printed Set for an Opera
A full working set for a theatrical production was fabricated with a 3D printer.
Approaching Zero Defects in Aerospace Manufacturing
Denver-based Bron Aerotech has “moved the needle” in developing a remarkably effective surface protection film tape, BA 6866, for aircraft assembly, including assembly of aluminum fuselage skin panels
Technology to Improve Appearance
Because, according to the researchers, women in particular aren’t always aware of their true body shapes, they tend to dress in items of clothing that are unflattering. To combat this, the researchers developed digital avatars to mimic the body types of study participants using TC2 Body Scanners.
New Coil-Over Springs for Racing Purposes Released
Hyperco has announced the expansion of its Dual Rate UHT Coil-Over Springs product line with two new spring designs.
Reinforcing Stereotypes in Film
An analysis of movie scripts finds that gender, race and stereotypes are created and reinforced in films.
Moving Into 3D Parts Printing
A look at the ins and outs of 3D parts printing, including printers, materials, design considerations and more.
The Role of Abrasives in Woodworking
Coated abrasives such sand paper sheets, abrasive discs, sanding belts, wide belts and abrasive drum covers dimension and finish a wide variety of wood products. Grit ranges employed in woodworking can vary from coarse (low grit sizes) to very fine (high grit sizes). Depending on the specific applications, aluminum oxide, silicon carbide, alumina-zirconia (NorZon®) and ceramic abrasives on paper, film, fibre or cloth backings have a role in woodworking.
Ensure Accurate Flow Measurement in Sanitary Applications
There are certain applications where the turbine flow meter is best suited and provides the user with the best returns on their investment.