3D printed safety release
Dynamic Load Monitoring (DLM), of Southampton, UK has 3D printed a fully-functioning prototype safety release mechanism for dipping sonars manufactured by Thurn Group. The product, which is...
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Testing two component (2K) conformal coating materials
The performance requirements of conformal coatings continue to become ever more challenging, as electronics are increasingly subjected to ever more hostile operating environments. Simultaneously,...
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Drives for pallet conveyor technology
Pallet conveyor technology primarily requires economical drive solutions with high overload capacity. Nord Drivesystems supplies optimally matched, individually configurable and flexible drive...
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One-component epoxy
This one-component epoxy-based sealant and coating features an exceptionally wide service temperature range of 4 K to 350°F. And it creates strong, tough bonds. When bonding aluminum, for example,...
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Drives for pallet conveyor technology
Pallet conveyor technology primarily requires economical drive solutions with high overload capacity. Nord Drivesystems supplies optimally matched, individually configurable and flexible drive...
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One-component epoxy
This one-component epoxy-based sealant and coating features an exceptionally wide service temperature range of 4 K to 350°F. And it creates strong, tough bonds. When bonding aluminum, for example,...
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Testing two component (2K) conformal coating materials
The performance requirements of conformal coatings continue to become ever more challenging, as electronics are increasingly subjected to ever more hostile operating environments. Simultaneously,...
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Plasma treatment - exploring the options
Despite its effectiveness, plasma treatments for surface modification and chemical deposition remain less than fully understood. So, too, are the tool selection choices. For this, vendors work with...
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Flexible adhesive with precision dispensing reduces production costs
In a recent project that showcases the merits of the latest adhesives, an expert in this sector provided its customer with a flexible silicone adhesive and a fast, reliable, consistent dispensing...
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Can 3D printing save oil & gas sectors money?
An innovative Angus 3D printing start-up is set to help deliver cost savings to the oil and gas sector and up to £1 billion of benefits to the economy of North-East Scotland by bringing cutting-edge F1...
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The Future Of Vehicle Autonomy
Vehicle manufacturers are investing heavily in autonomy and the communications infrastructure required to make autonomous vehicles work, without compromising on user safety or cyberdata safety.Here, we...
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Building Smarter Crash-Test Dummies
Erica Mutch reveals how a redesigned component helps build smarter crash-test dummiesIf it’s not broken, don’t fix it, right? But when there’s a way to make it better, engineers can get it done. In a...
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How To Improve Engine Efficiency
An innovative torque sensor is helping to reduce engine emissions and improve economy as part of a project to develop an intelligent lubrication systemWith engine efficiency under the spotlight like...
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Bridging The Additive Manufacturing Divide
There is a divide in the market for additive manufacturing (AM)/3D printing. On the one hand, there is a community of users that employ entry level, often relatively inaccurate printers for a range of...
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The Benefits Of UV Curing in 3D Modelling
Simon Gibbs explores the benefits of UV curing in 3D modellingDesign teams test the aerodynamics of a Formula 1 car by putting a prototype in a wind tunnel. Using a full-size model in the testing...
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Using 3D Modelling To Overcome Innovation Challenges
Meeting customer requirements and design for manufacture challenges using innovative practices Among the many challenges of operating in a highly specialist area, such as the manufacture of vacuum and...
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Using Roller Pinions In Robots
Engineers mesh Cartesian robot with roller pinion system for superior positional accuracy and repeatability.Manufacturers in many industries have relied on Mesh Automation’s machine engineering, design...
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The Trouble With Unplanned Downtime
In today’s competitive business environment, it’s essential that productivity, efficiency and customer service levels remain high if cost and profitability targets are to be achieved.Although there are...
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Volvo Uses Mixed-Reality In Testing
Collaboration creates a world-first approach to evaluating prototypes, designs and active safety technologiesVolvo Cars and Varjo, the Finnish maker of high-end augmented-reality headsets, have...
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Developments In Non-Contact Engine Volume Gauging
Terry Arden discusses custom non-contact engine volume gauging for Tier 2 and 3 component suppliersFor automotive component suppliers that need to verify high tolerances on medium-sized internal...
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