HEADLINES ARCHIVE
How do aircraft brakes work?
Aircraft brakes stop a moving aircraft by converting its kinetic energy to heat energy by means of friction between rotating and stationary discs located in brake assemblies in the wheels.
Flexure bearings for limited movement assemblies
Flexure bearings, also referred to as pivot bearings, were designed to tackle the design challenge of limited movement rotational assemblies. They are constructed of non-contacting sleeves connected internally by leaf springs, allowing friction-free limited rotation.
Water jet propulsion sails into the 21st century
Water jet propulsion systems are moving beyond personal watercraft and into much larger vessels, including naval patrol boats and offshore oil rig tenders.
Sentinel 1 shock absorbers remotely optimize safety, equipment life and productivity
Controlling noise, vibration and shock due to an impact or repeated impacts is important to maximize equipment life, minimize damage and most importantly, provide a safe work environment.
Tapflo launches the new range of filter press pumps
The pumps transfer large quantities of liquid into the empty press and small quantities at high pressure when the filter press is filled.
Pentair releases new commercial pumps with enhanced efficiencies
The pumps feature high working pressure thresholds and energy efficiencies for HVAC applications.
Stroke-dependent damping valve for automotive suspensions
DRiV Incorporated’s new family of advanced, highly tunable add-on valves for automotive original equipment manufacturers feature stroke dependent dampening (SDD) valve technology to improve the performance of passive dampers.
New discrete proportional pilot valve for high flow applications
The valve is engineered for fluid control in commercial vehicle and off-highway applications.
Seepex unveils sanitary progressive cavity pump with flexible rod drive train design
The sanitary progressive cavity pump incorporates a flexible rod drive train design for simpler maintenance and clean in place/clean out of place processes.
First ABB electric propulsion to be installed on board a bulk carrier
Two self-unloading dry cargo transshipment units will be the first bulk carriers in the industry to feature ABB’s Azipod electric propulsion.
A spotlight on MECO EP Type-1 seals
A single seal type and size will not be the ideal solution for every application. To ensure proper seal function, the seal’s specifications must be matched to the application.
Solid or dry film lubrication for OEM and MRO applications
Solid and dry film lubricants, which are applied as a non-fluid coating by spraying, dipping or brushing onto the surface, reduce the friction between parts and cannot be washed away.
Oxford Flow launches gas regulator valve to increase reliability
The pilot-operated wafer-type regulator range offers high levels of performance for natural gas and other corrosive and non-corrosive gas applications.
Rust and rattle-proof design reinvents license plate mounting
Rightcar Solutions recently highlighted its patented line of silicone license plate frames for cars and motorcycles.
Linear bearing corrosion resistance test
What happens when you submerge a recirculating linear ball bearing and a self-lubricating plastic linear bearing from igus in water and vinegar for five days? Watch to find out!
How are bearing balls made?
Bearing balls are the component of a ball bearing that permit smooth, friction-free rotary motion. Have you ever wondered how they are made?
How the world’s first large-scale electric excavator works
The 25 tonne Cat 323F Z-line excavator is nearly identical to the diesel-powered Cat 323F excavator, except its diesel engine has been replaced with an electric powertrain.
Bearing terms and calculations every design engineer should know
When sized and used properly most bearings will operate for many years without requiring replacement. Knowledge of bearing life and load terminology and calculations will help the design engineer with bearing selection.
Easy index cutter heads with Big Kaiser’s contact grip
The Fullcut Mill Contact Grip is an endmill that permits easy indexing of cutter heads while maintaining excellent rigidity and accuracy.
Walk and harvest energy with this backpack
Contained in a backpack, the energy harvesting load carriage system generates electricity from the side-to-side movements of a person walking.