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Tuesday, March 26, 2019 11:30 am ET / 8:30 am PT     This webinar will explore the breadth of the Twiflex caliper disc brake range, one of the largest range of industrial disc brake calipers on the market. We will also discuss new product developments in ‘lever’ and small ‘modular’ caliper designs. After completing this…

Quick demonstration of a converged policy using ROS2Learn framework and the gym-gazebo2 toolkit. We execute a deterministic run and also use settings that replicate a real behavior of the robot.   The first gym-gazebo was a successful proof of concept, which is being used by multiple research laboratories and many users of the robotics community.…

Sensata Technologies today announced the availability of the new ACW4 Single Turn and TCW4 Multi Turn Absolute Hall Effect Sensors, which feature an over-molded, two-part modular construction that provides engineers with exceptional design flexibility. The sensing electronics are encased in a thermoplastic polyamide shell while the separate activating magnet is external to the sensor assembly.  […]

Portescap has expanded its Ultra ECTM range of brushless dc slotless motors with the introduction of the new 35ECS motor. This 2-pole motor offers ultra high speed and power (up to 330 W, max continuous) without compromising on the smooth operation and long life offered by Portescap’s brushless slotless motors. The new 35ECS motor is […]

Because it has greater ball contact in its ground circular arches (tripling load capacity), the TOPBALL® line by NB Corporation can actually carry a load of up to one ton (2000 lbs). Having three times the conventional load capacity, TOPBALL products minimize space requirements. The TOPBALL line is uniquely engineered to selfalign. They have load…

A question of torque – Inspection robots for pipes and ducts, rescue robots in disaster areas, or humanoid robots – they all have one thing in common: They are mobile robots that aid humans. We explain some of their requirements for drive technology in detail. One of the basic requirements for the drives of mobile…

FCI Watermakers improves large-scale seawater reverse osmosis system design with groov EPIC. Question: What do a yacht owner, an island resort, and a Las Vegas chef have in common? Answer: They all need a reliable source of good fresh water—and they all count on FCI Watermakers to provide it. Read this new case study to find out: How a reverse osmosis system is customized to meet…

MISUMI, a global supplier of configurable components, is excited to announce their upcoming event partnership with Fisher Unitech during SOLIDWORKS World 2019 in Dallas. This free networking event — The Rapid Design Experience — will include networking, entertainment, and refreshments. The event will also serve as a showcase for sharing new developments for both companies…

How will AI affect engineers? Richard Pak is an associate professor in Clemson’s psychology department and director of the Clemson University Human Factors Institute. We spoke recently about how he sees the relationships between humans and machines advancing over the next five years. Pak said that the relationship will grow much closer simply because more…

Emerson has launched a new generation of ultrasonic welders that support the growing demand for the assembly of smaller and more intricate plastic components. The Branson GSX Ultrasonic Welding Platform is an advanced and intuitive flexible joining solution, designed to optimize and ensure quality welds, while helping manufacturers meet project timelines and deliver expected return on investments. Plastic components…

We’ve been hearing for quite a few years that the IoT will be affecting virtually every type of component. And now, thanks to ABB’s new Ability Smart Sensor for Dodge mounted bearings, the IoT has now come to this traditional motion control component. The sensor is a part of the company’s Ability Digital Powertrain, which…