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Mechanical & Fluid Systems

Access the latest news and technical advancements impacting Mechanical and Fluid systems. Explore articles and technical briefs about fastening, joining, mechanical components, fluid handling, and micro-electro-mechanical systems (MEMs).

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Briefs: Energy
This can be used in energy-recovery systems in industrial, space, automotive, and military applications.
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Briefs: Motion Control
The tiny motor can be powered by both thermal and electrical energy.
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Products: Software
Mixed-signal oscilloscopes, 3D printers, DC/DC converters, and more.
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Articles: Mechanical & Fluid Systems
We explore the major scientific breakthroughs achieved during 20 years of human presence on the ISS.
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Articles: Materials
RadiBond technology, based on nanometer-thin coatings, provides ultra-strong and ultra-tight bonding between metals and plastics.
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Products: Mechanical & Fluid Systems
Linear slides, electric motors, gears, and more.
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Articles: Test & Measurement
Smart electric actuators not only enable fine position adjustments, but they also provide real-time feedback on the extent of those adjustments.
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Application Briefs: Power
Automatic recirculation valves offer efficiency for critical pump protection in power or oil and gas applications.
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Briefs: Manufacturing & Prototyping
The magnetic, multi-material pump was 3D-printed all in one piece.
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Briefs: Motion Control
Applications include retractable covers and awnings, camera booms, and spacecraft and astronaut positioning.
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Articles: Mechanical & Fluid Systems
Learn about the sensors assessing and analyzing plant equipment.
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Articles: Test & Measurement
A panel of experts explains how robots are playing a larger role in manufacturing.
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Briefs: Mechanical & Fluid Systems
These hands, with a large grasping force, enable safer human-robot interactions.
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Briefs: Aerospace
This partially superconducting machine can be used as a motor or generator.
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Articles: Photonics/Optics
A "TPSI" process makes it possible to distinguish between the front and back of optical surfaces, and to characterize the quality of both in a single measurement.
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Briefs: Semiconductors & ICs
The technology detects the presence of one or more specific chemical components in a liquid.
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Products: Communications
VOC sensors, panel-mount connectors, 3D printing cloud software, and more.
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Briefs: Mechanical & Fluid Systems
The sensor provides accurate and real-time measurement of flow rates and temperature in next-generation microfluidic instruments.
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Briefs: Unmanned Systems
The sensors can be built into the shells of aircraft, cars, or other machines.
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Briefs: Green Design & Manufacturing
The system is effective in urban environments where there are tall buildings on all sides.
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Blog: Electronics & Computers
University of Central Florida researchers are developing a human-like way for large machines to cool off and keep from overheating: Letting the machines "breathe."
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Blog: Mechanical & Fluid Systems
Vanderbilt University engineers are proving that their elastic exosuit can provide relief for people doing the heavy lifting.
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Articles: Sensors/Data Acquisition
Torque limiters protect against damage and downtime caused by machine overloads.
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Products: Sensors/Data Acquisition
Accelerometers, actuators, hexapods, and more.
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Application Briefs: Test & Measurement
See how Blue Joule developed and delivered the Mini Mount (MM) Gimbal to Johns Hopkins University.
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Articles: Mechanical & Fluid Systems
Standard commercial off-the-shelf (COTS) connectors continue to be a great resource for quick prototypes and reference designs.
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Articles: Sensors/Data Acquisition
By consolidating tasks traditionally performed by multiple devices into a single, high-performing controller, manufacturers can improve operations.
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Briefs: Photonics/Optics
Traditional spark plugs are replaced by an optical pumping source.
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Briefs: Aerospace
Taking a cue from birds and insects, the wing design helps drones fly more efficiently and makes them more robust to atmospheric turbulence.
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