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The race to build cold-weather batteries
From new chemistries to liquefied gas electrolytes, battery developers are rethinking cell design to keep electrified systems running in extreme cold.
Microrobots take over the kitchen: Precision automation for next-gen food processing
As global manufacturing demands higher precision, these small scale systems are becoming a primary tool for quality control. By moving beyond fixed-path planning, microrobots allow for a level of control in inspection and the handling of fragile materials that was previously difficult to automate.
Very much in demand in Asia: Premiere of Allrounder Trend and complete solutions
The Asian premiere of the Allrounder Trend electric standard machines caused quite a stir, as did the new Gestica lite basic control system.
Lenze at Interpack: Compact motion control solutions for future ready packaging
Discover how the combination of in-depth application expertise and powerful servo and drive technology enables precise, energy efficient and cost-effective solutions for every machine architecture.
Australian seed inspires next-gen helmets, protective gear
Taking inspiration from this design, the team created a bioinspired material that replicates the nut’s internal structure.
Glide-Line introduces heavy-duty Vertical Transfer Unit (VTU) to support high-load automation and robotics integration
The servo-powered system is designed to lift palletized loads up to 200 kg, supporting vertical discharge heights up to 5 meters.
Oil spills are less common than ever. Why?
Discover how improved hull designs, navigation and routing measures and other factors have contributed to the reduced severity and incidence of oil spills.
Arburg becomes a partner of the Thin Wall Packaging Academy (TWPA)
The collaboration will focus on intensive training of specialists, who can then in turn present the positive benefits of thin-wall packaging, enhancing its public image.
How electro-oxidation is redefining PFAS destruction
This innovative technology has the potential to solve issues faced not only by water utilities worldwide, but also by industrial waste facilities seeking a permanent end to PFAS contamination.
AI claw drone captures downed UAVs
The Project RED drones were designed to fly over and inspect downed unmanned aircraft systems using AI software to distinguish friendly drones from enemy drones.
How automated identification is transforming materials handling
Modern RFID systems measure signal strength and phase across multiple tags and reader angles, allowing systems to infer orientation, select reliable reads and improve screening confidence without reducing throughput or replacing existing infrastructure.
Aluminum whiskey bottles may offer a greener alternative to glass
Stirling Distillery and scientists from Heriot Watt are working to determine how whiskey behaves when stored in aluminum rather than traditional glass bottles.
Human knee–inspired robotic joints correct 99% misalignment, lend triple grip strength
These optimized rolling contact joints could potentially be used in assorted applications ranging from assistive devices and exoskeletons to human-like robots and biomechanical studies of animals.
Mallard Manufacturing introduces Dyna-Pick: High-density bin storage for faster, accurate item picking
The system features rugged industrial canvas panels that suspend below standard pallet rack beams, creating two rows of hanging bins in what would be floor-level rack space.
These solvents are making a breakthrough in the longstanding PET synthesis struggle
DESs are suitable for industrial use, but optimizing the environmental impact remains a key area for future development.
Apollo Seiko brings expanded selective soldering lineup and new dual-pot innovations to APEX 2026
The company will highlight two new inline platforms and a dual-pot selective system along with three industry-proven soldering robots.
New gearbox series for dynamic delta robotics
With a new gearbox series developed specifically for the kinematic demands of delta robots, Neugart now offers additional, economical options.
Coffee grounds extend blueberry shelf life
The UNSW Sydney team is working to prolong the shelf life of fruits with an edible film derived from coffee waste. This film promises to help preserve the freshness of delicate fruits like blueberries by limiting how much water seeps in or out.
SEW-EURODRIVE launches DriveTag — A smarter way to streamline inventory, logistics and material flow
The customized barcode labeling service is engineered to simplify product identification, streamline logistics and optimize internal material flow for industrial users.
Soft, air-powered robotic elbow exoskeleton eases muscle effort, reduces workload
Designed particularly for workers whose jobs involve hours of lifting and repetitive motion and to prevent future musculoskeletal disorders, the Pneumatically Actuated Soft Elbow Exoskeleton (PASE) is a lightweight silicone "pneumatic actuator."