Laser machining key to precision fabrication
Multi-axis laser technology has a reputation for pushing the envelope, often driven by a champion of the technology who embraces it with creativity and zeal and takes it to new levels. LAI International, a strategic supplier of precision components and sub-assemblies for OEMs, champions advanced laser machining for the most difficult aerospace and power-generation applications.
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Six keys to sustainable manufacturing
The federal government estimates that manufacturing uses about one-third of the energy consumed in the U.S. So manufacturing companies can play an important role in building a sustainable future. The good news is that manufacturing engineers, especially design and manufacturing engineers, are already stepping up to the plate. But there’s more to do.
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Microfluidics makes "barcode chip" possible for cheap, fast blood tests
A new barcode chip developed by researchers at the California Institute of Technology promises to revolutionize diagnostic medical testing. In less than 10 minutes, and using just a pinprick's worth of blood, the chip can measure the concentrations of dozens of proteins, including those that herald the presence of diseases like cancer and heart disease.
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Wheels: New refrigerant benefits recognized by global auto OEMs
The Society of Automotive Engineers (SAE) International Cooperative Research Program, sponsored by major automotive manufacturers, recently released a report summarizing results of its industry evaluation of low global warming potential (GWP) refrigerant hydrofluoro olefin (HFO)-1234yf, which was co-developed by DuPont and Honeywell.
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5-Star Product: Extreme mobile equipment sensors
Sometimes you have to go to extremes to get the job done — particularly when you are trying to overcome the environmental challenges common to truck, bus, crane, lawn mowing, fork lift, and other mobile equipment applications. The latest IP69K-rated inductive proximity sensors from Pepperl+Fuchs are shock test rated to 50 G.
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Engineer’s Toolbox: Foot-controlled hydraulic pump gets a new kick start
Hydraulics specialist Enerpac, known for the synchronous lifting of some of the largest structures on Earth like the Golden Gate bridge and the roof for Beijing’s Bird’s Nest stadium, has taken a shot at something a little smaller: redesigning the popular air-driven, foot-operated hydraulic pump.
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