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October 19, 2021Volume 17 Issue 39


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PolyDrill® Multi-Spindle Heads
Multiple drill heads are available for a variety of machine OEMs. Two-spindle up to 10-spindle units, with fixed or flex shaft power, adjustable or fixed hole pitches and compact designs allow adaptability for the machine builder, integrator or assembly line designer. Holes in most material from 0.06"-1".
Contact Lee Coleman at Suhner for all the details.
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In this issue of Designfax

  • Ford building mega factories to push shift to EVs
  • Latest Trends: Li-ion batteries and motor types in EVs
  • Top Tech Tips: How to specify electric rod actuators
  • All-new 2022 Jeep Grand Cherokee: 4x4 with style
  • Exploring Mars with miniature motors
  • Can a laser beam's shape improve metal 3D printing?
  • You asked. We answered. Wave Spring E-book
  • New Ground Fault Detection Tech Guide
  • Stepper or servo motor -- Which should it be?
  • Alternative to traditional drive systems
  • Wear-resistant bearings for the food industry
  • Master CNC machining tolerances: E-book
  • Videos+: Technologies and inspiration in action
    • What's new in SOLIDWORKS 2022?
    • What's new in AutoCAD 2022?
  • Most Popular Last Issue
    • Can superchargers clean up two-stroke engines?
    • F-35 Lighting fighters: Drone-mounted inspection
    • 2022 Toyota Tundra: Feature-rich workhouse
  • New Products
    • Electrical, Mechanical, Motion
    Cover Image: All-new 2022 Jeep Grand Cherokee

News

Navy Research Lab demonstrates advanced distributed radar concepts with FlexDAR

Wohlers Associates publishes report on Additive Manufacturing post-processing

Hydrogen-fueled heavy-duty engines are the focus of MAHLE Powertrain collaboration

How does your brain get cleaned? U.S. Army backs electronic sleeping cap to learn more



Feature articles
Ford building U.S. mega factories to push shift to EVs

Ford Motor Co., together with partner SK Innovation, is making the largest-ever U.S. investment in electric vehicles at one time by any automotive manufacturer -- and creating nearly 11,000 new jobs in Tennessee and Kentucky in the process.
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Easy-release toggle clamps from JW Winco include vertical, push-pull, cam, latch, and hook designs.


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Latest Trends: Li-ion batteries and motor types in electric vehicles
Overall, worldwide electric car sales were stronger than expected in 2020. In this report update, IDTechEx takes a look at the Li-ion batteries that power electric vehicles and the trends driving new battery material technologies. Evolving motor types are also discussed.
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Top Tech Tips: How to specify electric rod-style actuators for optimal performance, reliability, and efficiency
Andy Zaske, Vice President, Tolomatic, provides his Top 10 Tips for specifying electric rod-style actuators, which have a higher initial cost, more advanced design, and more predictable performance compared to fluid power cylinders. This is a really thorough presentation filled with useful information.
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Image - All-new 2022 Jeep Grand Cherokee: 4x4 with style in a lot of flavors
All-new 2022 Jeep Grand Cherokee: 4x4 with style in a lot of flavors
Whether you are climbing mountains or cruising in town, the all-new 2022 Jeep Grand Cherokee is a top-line choice when it comes to 4x4s with proven capability and style. The fifth-gen lineup brings an all-new architecture, a plug-in hybrid powertrain option, all-new exterior and interior design, and first-to-market tech to the global full-size SUV segment.
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Exploring Mars with miniature motors
When developing the high-resolution Panoramic Camera on the ExoMars Rover, engineers looked for motors that were extremely compact and could also deliver reliable and precise positioning for the camera-focusing mechanism. FAULHABER stepper motors were selected for the job, as they precisely position objects with a resolution of 1,280 steps per revolution without the need for a separate feedback system, and are more rugged and sturdy than conventional servo motors.
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Image - Can changing a laser beam's shape improve metal 3D printing?
Can changing a laser beam's shape improve metal 3D printing?
To address porosity and defects in metal 3D printing, researchers at the Lawrence Livermore National Lab experimented with exotic optical laser beam shapes. They discovered a particular beam shape had unique properties and reduced the likelihood of certain defects.
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Image - You asked. We answered. Wave Spring FAQ E-book
You asked. We answered. Wave Spring FAQ E-book
Finding the best possible solution for your design challenge is no easy task. Smalley engineers have created a brand new Ask the Expert -- Wave Spring FAQ E-book that answers all of your wave spring questions in one simple guide. In this E-book, you will learn about wave spring performance, the design process, materials, and common applications.
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New Ground Fault Detection Tech Guide
The Ground Fault Considerations Tech Guide from NK Technologies covers a wide range of topics and includes an easy-to-use selection guide, as well as a variety of case studies and application examples -- all in 22 pages. Highlights include: ground fault detection basics, ground fault sensing basics, consolidated ground fault sensors selection guide, and design considerations for earth fault protection.
Get this informative guide today.

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Stepper or servo motor -- Which should it be?
Bring out the full capacity of your machines through the most efficient mechatronic design. Hurley Gill, Senior Applications/Systems at Kollmorgen, outlines servo and stepper motor baseline capabilities for selection criteria like torque, speed, accuracy, and repeatability. Technical advantages and disadvantages are discussed, helping machine designers select the best motor drive system for their application.
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Alternative to traditional drive systems
Nexen Group has introduced a stainless steel version of its patented precision roller pinion system (RPS). The Nexen RPS engages two teeth simultaneously to achieve superior accuracy with zero backlash at any length. The system is also extremely quiet and 99% efficient. Stainless steel makes the system corrosion resistant, with a long life of up to 36 million meters. Nexen's RPS provides a low-maintenance, durable alternative to rack and pinion, ball screw, and belt drive technology. The RPS is used for a wide range of applications including laser cutting, plasma cutting, and gantry applications.
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Wear-resistant bearings for the food industry
igus has developed a new wear-resistant material for high-temperature applications that will help ensure ongoing operation. iglide AX500 is a long-lasting bearing that can stand up to friction, heat, and electrostatic charges. Bearing points in food and packaging industry applications frequently experience high temperatures and speeds, and the new AX500 material functions reliably in these situations.
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Master CNC machining tolerances: E-book
Need a refresher on the basics of applying tolerances to custom machined metal and plastic parts? In this E-book, Xometry provides some pointers on designing mating parts and parts for specific functions. Chapters include: general machining tolerances, clearance and interference fit, how to avoid over-tolerancing, CAD drawing prep and specs, and an inspection report cheat sheet.
Get this valuable resource from Xometry.

Most popular last issue

Image - Can superchargers help clean up two-stroke engines?
Can superchargers help clean up two-stroke engines?
The Advanced Power Systems Research Center at Michigan Tech is partnering with a company called Strange Development to test the REVolution engine, which uses supercharging and a rotary exhaust valve to try to clean up some of the dirtiest engines on the market.
Read the full article.

Image - F-35 Lighting jet fighters: Drone-mounted inspection advances metrology at mach speed
F-35 Lighting jet fighters: Drone-mounted inspection advances metrology at mach speed
Lockheed Martin will be the first adopter of aerial digital inspection in the aero industry when it starts using drones on the manufacturing floor to inspect composite components on the F-35 Lightning II jet fighter.
Read the full article.

Image - 2022 Toyota Tundra: Feature-rich full-size workhouse
2022 Toyota Tundra: Feature-rich full-size workhouse
If you're looking for a totally capable full-size truck with lots of neat features, the all-new 2022 Toyota Tundra is a solid choice. With two powerful engine options, a towing capacity of 12,000 lb, a well-equipped interior, and an air-suspension system that lowers the back to line you up with your trailer, this third-gen powerhouse has most everything you need to get the job done.
Read the full article.

Videos+: Technologies and inspiration in action
What's new in SOLIDWORKS 2022?
SOLIDWORKS 2022 has had its big reveal, and the experts at TriMech are ready to give users the rundown. Learn about new capabilities in the 3DEXPERIENCE, better performance upgrades, improved shape creation, interface enhancements, and more. TriMech always does a nice job with review and tips videos, so check out what else they have available.
View the TriMech recap video.
View the 2-hr official SOLIDWORKS release video here.
What's new in AutoCAD 2022?
AutoCAD 2022 from Autodesk includes new industry-specific toolsets, an improved connected experience across platforms, and new automation features. There are also updates/enhancements to sharing features, the user interface, drawing history and measurement capabilities, the AutoCAD web and mobile apps, and much more. Pick and choose what you're interested in learning about on the AutoCAD updates site.
View the AutoCAD 2022 videos page.

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