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On-Demand Webinars: Software
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Advanced tool chains offer automotive software providers transformative potential. This 30-minute webinar will explore the integration of virtual...
INSIDER: Robotics, Automation & Control
Over the past decade, robots have become an increasingly important part of our daily lives. Autonomous vehicles shuttle us from point A to point B, drones deliver lifesaving medicine to remote towns, sidewalk...
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INSIDER: RF & Microwave Electronics
A new imaging technique developed by MIT researchers could enable quality-control robots in a warehouse to peer through a cardboard shipping box and see that the handle of a...
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White Papers: Materials
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Performance Materials: An Underlying Solution for Complex Electrification Design Requirements
EV and hybrid applications design engineers must address the voltage, current, sealing, vibration, chemical compatibility, and temperature challenges...

Quiz: Software
How much do you know about MBSE terms and its adoption by the aerospace and defense industry? Test your knowledge with this quiz.
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White Papers: Electronics & Computers
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Critical Challenges of BBU and PSU Design in OCP-based Data Centers
Modern data center architectures, particularly those aligned with the Open Compute Project (OCP), demand far more from power delivery systems than ever before. As compute...

On-Demand Webinars: Energy
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Battery safety doesn’t end at the test bench or on the factory floor. Significant risks arise during storage, transportation, and even temporary charging — all of which are...
Technology & Society: Design
An assistive robotic device can provide at-home therapy and also enable independence on everyday tasks.
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NASA Spinoff: Robotics, Automation & Control
As international trade is beginning to digitize its documentation and transactions, an AI technology born with the help of NASA’s Ames Research Center offers an automation solution.
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White Papers: Motion Control
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The Engineer’s Guide to Selecting the Best Gearmotor
This technical white paper provides a practical, step-by-step guide to selecting and sizing gearmotors for optimal machine performance. Learn how to evaluate power supply types, torque and...

Blog: Robotics, Automation & Control
Equine-Assisted Interventions (EAIs) offer a powerful alternative to traditional talking therapies for patients with PTSD, trauma, and autism who struggle to express and regulate emotions through words alone.
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White Papers: Automotive
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Software Defined Vehicles: How companion MCUs can improve performance and safety
Unlock the full potential of Software Defined Vehicles with our latest white paper. Discover how automotive-specific, low-power companion microcontrollers address...

White Papers: Mechanical & Fluid Systems
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Choosing Motion Components for the Long Haul of Space Systems
A successful space mission requires not only reliable motion components, it also means partnering with a motion specialist that can ensure they work as planned on their mission. This...

5 Ws: Manufacturing & Prototyping
An all-electric drone developed by Blueflite with vertical take-off and landing capabilities and advanced maneuverability for faster and more cost-effective deliveries.
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White Papers: Manufacturing & Prototyping
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Mixing Technologies for the Production of Low to High Viscosity Adhesives
ROSS Mixers are widely used in battery manufacturing for their precision and versatility. This white paper discusses popular mixing technologies used in the industry,...

NASA Spinoff: Manned Systems
Satellite builders now have the option of using small, collapsible dish antennas made by Tendeg LLC of Louisville, CO, which developed them with funding and cooperation from NASA, along with the patented technology developed at JPL. Read on to learn more.
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Articles: Test & Measurement
If the title grabs your attention, you're going to have to read on. We promise you there is an explanation, but you must first read the article.
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Articles: Aerospace
In October 2024, Axiom Space and Prada revealed the flight design of the Axiom Extravehicular Mobility Unit spacesuit that will be used for NASA's Artemis III mission. The outer-layer design and materials work was jointly developed starting when the two industry leaders came together, blending creativity and engineering to enhance the next-generation spacesuit design. Read on to learn more.
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Articles: Physical Sciences
In this interview, Joseph Marlin, Deputy Blue Ghost Chief Engineer at Firefly Aerospace, delves deeper into how their first mission is establishing an improved awareness of the lunar environment ahead of future crewed missions and how it will help plan for long-duration surface operations under Artemis.
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Articles: Propulsion
The Gateway lunar space station is a multi-purpose platform that offers capabilities for long-term exploration in deep space in support of NASA’s Artemis campaign and Moon to Mars objectives. Gateway will feature docking ports for a variety of visiting spacecraft, as well as space for crew to live, work, and prepare for lunar surface missions. Read on to learn more.
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Articles: Design
Launching atop NASA's Space Launch System rocket, Orion will carry four astronauts to lunar orbit and safely return them to Earth on Artemis missions. Read this interview with Debbie Korth, Orion Deputy Program Manager, NASA Johnson Space Center, to learn more about the lessons learned from the first mission, improvements, and the key milestones the Orion team is working on to achieve this year.
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Blog: Robotics, Automation & Control
The new robot, dubbed ATMO (aerially transforming morphobot), uses four thrusters to fly, but the shrouds that protect them become the system's wheels in an alternative driving configuration. The whole transformation relies on a single motor to move a central joint that lifts ATMO's thrusters up into drone mode or down into drive mode.
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Special Reports: Connectivity
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Robotics & Motion Control - June 2025
Once a staple of science fiction, humanoid robots are rapidly becoming a reality. Our executive panel weighs in. Get their insights in this compendium of articles from the editors of Tech Briefs and...

Special Reports: Electronics & Computers
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Rugged/Hi‐Rel Electronics - June 2025
How advanced packaging is transforming mission‐critical electronics…a new era of high‐speed data transmission in defense…fully rugged PCs provide a decisive edge on the battlefield. Read about...

Blog: Robotics, Automation & Control
A University of Nebraska–Lincoln engineering team is another step closer to developing soft robotics and wearable systems that mimic the ability of human and plant skin to detect and self-heal injuries.
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White Papers: Electronics & Computers
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Next-Gen E/E Vehicle Design: Are You Ready?
Consumer demands are reshaping how vehicles are designed and manufactured, driving rapid innovation in electrical/electronic (E/E) architectures. Get insights from TE Connectivity experts into the...

White Papers: Software
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Reduce Simulation Runtimes with Digital Engineering
Digital engineering enables teams to use the right technologies in time and in context with clear traceability. See how digital engineering extends beyond simulation, enabling transformation...

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