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| November 04, 2025 | Volume 21 Issue 41 |
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 | GM brings innovative battery tech to lunar rover concept
NASA is actively preparing for returning humans to the Moon, and the agency has awarded three teams contracts to compete to develop new Lunar Terrain Vehicle concepts. One group -- led by a company called Lunar Outpost -- includes GM, America's largest automaker, its No. 2 EV company, and a leader in advanced battery R&D, manufacturing, and charging.
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 | Maserati MCPURA: Intense yet refined
Maserati has raised the curtain on its new MCPURA super sports car, which is an evolution of the MC20 Halo Car. Available in coupe and convertible versions, the mid-engine MCPURA boasts a Formula 1-inspired twin-turbo V6 Nettuno engine, a lightweight carbon-fiber monocoque chassis, and a 0-to-60 time of 2.9 sec.
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 | Great Resources: ABCs of gears and more
KHK USA takes you on a journey through the history and applications of gears in two information-packed, no-cost volumes called "The ABCs of Gears." Part A is aimed at beginners, while part B moves on to intermediate fare, such as types of gears and tooth forms, heat treatment, surface treatment, production methods, etc. Another mid-level text called "Introduction to Gears" and an in-depth "Gear Technical Reference" are also available. No registration required.
Check out these valuable KHK resources. |
 | Stratasys launches iAM Marketplace
Stratasys' iAM Marketplace is an independent new platform set to accelerate adoption of additive manufacturing as a core manufacturing capability. The hardware-agnostic marketplace offers the polymer additive manufacturing industry's widest selection of high-quality polymer materials, engineering services, and products to scale AM-enabled production across a wide variety of applications. It unites under one umbrella the materials expertise of iSQUARED, Forward AM, and assets from Nexa3D. The platform aims to streamline purchasing and support more agile and robust supply chains.
See what iAM Marketplace offers. |
 | Code-free LIN LED driver rewrites the rules of automotive LED design
Melexis has unveiled the MLX80124, a highly configurable, code-free LIN LED driver. It is designed to radically simplify the development of dynamic RGB-LED automotive ambient lighting applications for engineers of all backgrounds. The MLX80124's unique innovation enables engineers to configure behavior without writing or compiling a single line of code. Instead, a GUI provides access to configurable parameters, delivering the full lighting functionality expected by tier 1 suppliers and OEMs.
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 | Bodine Electric gearmotors have higher torque ratings
Bodine Electric Company recently upgraded the design of many of its type WX gearmotors to increase the output torque ratings while maintaining the same long-life rating. Two parts in the gearhead design were changed to accomplish the higher torque ratings: the rotor/armature shaft and the first-stage gear. This design change allowed Bodine to raise the output torque rating for any WX gear ratio where the first stage of the gearing cluster had been the "weak link." This included all of the two-stage ratios used in Bodine stock models and two of the three-stage ratios used in Bodine stock models.
Find out all the new capabilities and models in this Bodine blog. |
 | 3D-printed aftermarket carburetor
Faced with increasing international competition, Tecron, a provider of manufacturing and engineering services to automotive companies across Europe, began researching ways to defend its market position -- and found that metal additive manufacturing was key to their success. Learn how the company used Markforged 3D-printing equipment to make discontinued automotive parts.
Read the Markforged blog. |
 | How to select a linear bearing pillow block
When it comes to choosing a pillow block style to help provide a secure foundation for a rotating shaft, the engineers at Lee Linear suggest using something called "P.O.S.T.L.U.D.E.S" as your guide: Precision, Orientation, Speed, Travel, Load, Unknowns, Duty Cycle, Environment, and Safety. Learn all about pillow block types, construction, and applications.
Read the Lee Linear blog. |
| | Most popular last issue |
 | Mustang GTD Spirit Of America: Apex predator
The Mustang GTD has a special premium variant that takes this all-American supercar to new heights. The Spirit of America is the apex of any Mustang ever engineered by Ford. It sets a new performance bar with 815 hp, 664 lb-ft of torque, and a top speed of 202 mph -- the most of any street-legal Mustang ever. It looks sweet too.
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 | YASA smashes electric motor power density world record
YASA, a global leader in the design and production of axial flux motors, has smashed its own unofficial power density world record with a staggering new benchmark for ultra-high-performance electric motors. YASA electric motors are used in some of the world's most prestigious high-end vehicles, including those made by Mercedes-Benz, Ferrari, Lamborghini, and Rolls-Royce.
Read the full article. |
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| | Videos+: Technologies and inspiration in action | SOLIDWORKS 2026 assembly updates: GoEngineer
In this GoEngineer video, you can learn how SOLIDWORKS 2026 is making assembly workflows smarter, faster, and more efficient. Explore the latest enhancements to assemblies, including: streamlined display and configuration tables, AI-assisted fastener mating, improved performance for lightweight components, and more.
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