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May 11, 2010 |
Volume 6, Issue 18 |
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FASTEN YOUR EYES ON THE NEW CATALOG! |
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In this issue of Designfax:
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Self-lubricating slewing rings |
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Feature Articles
Casting with graphite molds: An ideal process for an uncertain economy |
Design engineering aspects of pressure-sensitive adhesives
While mechanical fasteners will always be the choice when maximum torque and linear force are required, pressure-sensitive adhesives (PSAs) can often provide a better method of joining or bonding than traditional screws, nuts, bolts, rivets, and welds.
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Engineers turn noise into vision
A new technique for revealing images of hidden objects may one day allow pilots to peer through fog and doctors to see more precisely into the human body without surgery.
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Wheels: DuPont revs up performance of underhood nylon for parts
Have you been looking for an easy-to-process plastic that withstands the rigors of long-term exposure to heat and chemicals? How about a nylon that could last two to three times longer than other nylons exposed to aggressive chemicals? You should take a look at DuPont's new Zytel PLUS nylon.
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Sensors Expo & Conference |
5-Star Product: Bring a whole lotta color to your displays — cheaply
If you're looking for a way to update and colorize your plain-old boring, monochromatic displays, Lumex has a really great new LCD option for you.
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Engineer's Toolbox: Proportional pneumatic control gets more affordable
Thanks to some innovative engineering, Enfield Technologies has reached an important goal — making a complete proportional pneumatic control system much more affordable.
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The SolidWorks Design Tips Series
SolidWorks design tools for the electronics industry
Ever heard of the Routing, CircuitWorks, or Drop Test tools? SolidWorks software has a growing set of solutions to address electrical and mechanical design challenges. SolidWorks' Patrick Rainsberry introduces some of the tools and their uses in the first article of our new monthly SolidWorks Design Tips Series.
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Machine Vision Product Spotlight |
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Banner Engineering IVU Series image sensors available with remote touch screen display. |
KEYENCE releases world's fastest laser displacement sensor; 392-kHz sampling rate is 8X faster. |
Toshiba Imaging Systems reduces prices by 20% on five new high-definition CMOS cameras. |
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SICK launches new ICR845-2L FlexLens Image Code Reader for long-range applications. |
Pepperl+Fuchs ML8 mini photoelectric sensors deliver consistent PCB detection, irrespective of slots. |
Microscan’s TTC (Track, Trace, and Control) provides work-in-progress visibility for product assembly. |
Buzzworthy
(Fast-tracked releases and sponsored corporate announcements)
Why, When, and How Threadlockers Ensure Fastener Reliability
Loctite Threadlocking User’s Guide provides detailed info on anaerobic adhesives. (No sign up.)
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Turning Point: Preparing for a New Manufacturing Future
25th International Forum on Design for Manufacture and Assembly (DFMA) June 14-16, Warwick RI. Find out all of the details, register, and attend this event sponsored by Boothroyd Dewhurst
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