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Sensor system manufacturers can transmit high data loads entirely powered by vibration energy harvesting

New training facility using advanced CAD/CAM aims for revival of the mold and die industry in NW Pennsylvania

SKF certified motor rebuilders uniquely equipped to improve performance and uptime

F119 jet engine achieves 50,000 flight hours
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Feature Articles

Computer sim helps give BMW Z4 an extra 13 hp
Dinan, a leading North American BMW tuner, recently developed a Ram Air Duct designed to deliver greater volumes of cool air to the intake system of a Z4 as road speed increases. The Z4 uses a sensor to measure the air mass going into the engine, and testing showed that during heavy rain the original concept design directed too much water at this sensor. Dinan engineers worked with consultants at ANSYS to simulate the flow of air and water through the intake.
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Go paintless: Visualfx special effects resin leverages appeal
When Sally Shower Equipment Co. began to design a new shower enclosure featuring a steam generator that was aimed at the upscale market, it became clear that a new material was urgently needed. After learning about Visualfx special effects resin portfolio from SABIC (formerly GE Plastics), Sally turned to SABIC for assistance in identifying a new approach to color. In addition to unique aesthetic appeal, Geloy Visualfx resin gave Sally the ability to maintain consistent high-quality color across each component of the Steam Bathroom, and to avoid the color shift that can occur with traditional resins and paint.
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Goodrich celebrates 29 years of advanced ejection seats
Goodrich Corp. is celebrating the genesis of its Advanced Concept Ejection Seat (ACES). Since its introduction in 1978, over 9,000 seats have been delivered to customers worldwide, with over 500 successful ejections. The current generation of ACES seat, the ACES II, is found on A-10, B-1, B-2, F-15, F-16, F-22, and F-117 aircraft and is designed to function in zero-zero conditions — 0 to 600 knots airspeed and 0 altitude up to 60,000 ft.
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Vehicle barrier technologies tested for border fence
A joint effort involving a group of Sandia National Laboratories researchers to test and evaluate various types of fencing along the U.S. border with Mexico is helping decision makers determine appropriate fencing solutions. The effort got under way in April with a series of crash tests to evaluate how the fences will look and perform. The tests stem from the government's commitment to deploy hundreds of miles of fencing along high-traffic, high-risk stretches of the border.
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Wheels: Cell phone remote empowers parents of teen drivers
Ever dreamed of remotely disabling the wheels of your grounded son or daughter? A new vehicle-management device allows parents to monitor and alter teen driving behavior all from a cell phone or computer — and may also make auto theft a thing of the past. EarthSearch Communications (ESC) has announced the rollout of a pilot program of its vehicle-management device with Mazda USA, the latest weapon to be deployed in the increasingly desperate battle to reduce the nationwide epidemic of teen driving fatalities.
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5-Star Product: Free WORM flexible RTD or thermocouple sensor
Moore Industries is giving away a free WORM flexible RTD or thermocouple sensor to any qualified user who wants one. The offer includes a choice of a thermocouple or RTD sensor, 24 in. of extension wire, and an installation kit with all the necessary mounting components, including a spring, spacers, and a clip. The free WORM sensor will fit into virtually all new or existing thermowells with a 0.26-in. ID.
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Guides

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