Moticont has added their highest force linear actuator to their DDLM Linear Actuator Series. The DDLM-038-051-01 Linear Actuator is a low-cost, non-commutated linear actuator that easily integrates into new and existing applications, and is the ideal choice when upgrading from a pneumatic system. Compact, clean, and quiet, this fully enclosed linear actuator, also referred to […]

TE Connectivity recognized the critical need for a reliable and durable connector which can balance both signal and power capabilities for unmanned aerial vehicles (UAV). TE’s newly launched Unmanned Power (UMP) connector offers up to 80 A per contact and is available as a power or mixed signal/power connector. The growth of UAV usage in […]

Henkel launches a new class of 3D Printing resins for healthcare applications under its leading Loctite brand. The broad portfolio of high-performance photopolymers offers a range of biocompatibility standards from safe to touch parts to medical devices. In addition to the established portfolio of Loctite 3D Printing resins, the company plans to deliver tailored formulations […]

AstroAccess, an initiative dedicated to advancing disability inclusion in space exploration, and Zero Gravity Corporation (ZERO-G) successfully completed a parabolic flight with a crew of 12 ambassadors with mobility, vision and hearing disabilities on Sunday, October 17. On Sunday, the ZERO-G aircraft ascended to an altitude of 32,000 feet, at which point the vehicle commenced…

Stromag’s unique, pre-engineered single-piece combinations replace the need for expensive custom solutions. Equipment and machinery OEMs worldwide are continually challenged to design cost-effective drivetrains that fit in ever-shrinking spaces. In the case of mobile equipment designers, reducing overall system weight is also a critically important consideration. Sourcing individual drivetrain couplings and clutches can be time-consuming […]

Shapeways debuts Otto Software-as-a-Service (SaaS), which is made for traditional manufacturers seeking a simpler, faster and more flexible path to 3D printing for industrial-grade production. With Otto, manufacturers can benefit from free access to fully digitized end-to-end 3D printing workflows that reduce unnecessary risk and costs. Said Greg Kress, CEO of Shapeways, “Enabling seamless access […]

MakerBot, a Stratasys company, introduced MakerBot RapidRinse, a fast-dissolving support material, and ABS-R material to streamline workflow steps and reduce the need for additional 3d printing equipment. Developed for the MakerBot METHOD X and METHOD X Carbon Fiber 3D printers, these materials suit a range of industrial applications, from manufacturing tools to production parts. RapidRinse […]

A microdisplay breakthrough from University of Cambridge spin-out Porotech is set to accelerate the long-awaited commercialization of augmented reality (AR) glasses. The micro-LED pioneer has created the world’s first microdisplay based on native red indium gallium nitride (InGaN) – with an active area of 0.55 inches diagonally and a resolution of 960×540. Until now, it…

Hexagon’s Manufacturing Intelligence division announced the release of ODYSSEE A-Eye, an artificial intelligence (AI) tool that enhances Computer-Aided Engineering (CAE) for a multitude of industry solutions without the need for complex CAE preparation and simulation expertise. ODYSSEE A-Eye applies advanced pattern recognition to images, pictures, video and simple datasets so that they can be analyzed […]

Every year, we award innovators in technology through our Leadership in Engineering Achievement Program (LEAP Awards). This year’s winners were selected by an independent judging panel of 14 professionals. In the additive manufacturing category, the winners developed innovative solutions to challenging problems. While much of the news in the additive industry is focused on partnerships, […]

ams OSRAM expands its 3D sensing portfolio with four new VCSEL modules. The number of applications that utilize 3D sensing technology continues to increase: From the detection of the surroundings for robots to avoid collisions to the unlocking of smartphones via facial recognition. But 3D sensing also plays an important role in augmented and virtual […]

Whether you’re new to designing and sizing linear motion systems, or you could just use a refresher, we’ve gathered all the articles that cover mechanical concepts used in linear motion systems and put them together here, as a sort of “linear motion basics” reference guide. Unlike our curated lists of articles that address sizing and […]

TDK Corporation announces that Tronics AXO315, a miniature high-performance 1-axis closed-loop digital MEMS accelerometer, is now available for purchase at Digi-Key, Mouser, and Farnell and its affiliates Newark and Element 14. The AXO315 sensor and its Arduino-based evaluation kit are now available globally from the three distributors’ websites. AXO315 is a ±14 g range, in-plane […]

When electrical equipment is used in a potentially hazardous location — one that contains flammable gases, vapors, liquids, dust, or fibers — it’s important that the potential for fire or explosion be minimized. One way to do this is to use equipment that has been certified as suitable for that environment and not likely to […]

The winners of the 2021 LEAP Awards (Leadership in Engineering Achievement Program) were announced in a digital ceremony this week with products across several categories, including Mechanical. Critical to LEAP’s success is the involvement of the engineering community. WTWH Media was not involved in the selection of the winners. Instead, this year’s winners were chosen…

Kaman Distribution Group (“KDG”), a national distributor and solutions provider, today announced that it has acquired Integro Technologies Corporation. Based in Salisbury, North Carolina, Integro Technologies (“Integro” or the “Company”) is a nationally recognized and industry-leading vision integrator and inspection company. With over 50 employees and 30 degreed engineers, Integro develops turn-key productivity solutions through […]

The Additive Manufacturing Users Group (AMUG) announced that online registration is available for its 2022 AMUG Conference, which will be held in Chicago, Illinois, April 3-7, 2022. The AMUG Conference is a users’ event that is open to owners and operators of industrial additive manufacturing (AM) technologies used for professional purposes. The AMUG Conference is […]

New Yorker Electronics Co. Inc., a global franchised distributor of passive electronic components, discrete semiconductors and supply chain services, announced the acquisition of Omni Pro Electronics, Inc., an electronic component distributor, located in Addison, Texas.  Omni Pro maintains a deep inventory of industrial control and board-level components used in a broad array of industrial, commercial, […]

TE Connectivity is highlighting its portfolio of connector solutions which align with the newest release of The Open Group Sensors Open System Architecture (SOSA) Technical Standard 1.0. SOSA uses OpenVPX architecture to help ensure interoperability, improved subsystem SWaP-C (Size, Weight, Power and Cost), and rapid technology upgrades in aerospace applications and military embedded systems. As […]

Winners of the 2021 LEAP Awards (Leadership in Engineering Achievement Program) were announced this afternoon in a digital ceremony, with products across 12 categories. This annual competition saw a record number of submissions, as it aims to celebrates the most innovative and forward-thinking products serving the design engineering space. This year’s winners were chosen by […]

Ultimaker announced that it will be adding a professional PVA Removal Station to its Ultimaker Platform. On top of the company’s printers, software, materials, and customer support, the PVA Removal Station means that 3D printers can develop prototypes faster, and users will be able to bring their products to market more quickly, speeding up the […]

At four times smaller and three times lighter than its NDRI counterparts, the tiny XENSIV PAS CO2 sensor from Infineon Technologies captured the judges’ attention, earning it the LEAP Award in Switches & Sensors. More than 100 entries were received for the annual competition which celebrates the most innovative and forward-thinking products serving the design […]

The votes are in and the winners of the 2021 LEAP Awards (Leadership in Engineering Achievement Program) were announced in a digital ceremony with products across multiple categories, including Software. Critical to LEAP’s success is the involvement of the engineering community. No one at WTWH Media selected the winners. Instead, our editorial team did the…

With zero-drift, high accuracy over time and temperature, and reliable 3-kVrms, Texas Instruments’ TMCS1100 and TMCS1101 Hall  effect current sensors earned the honor of the 2021 LEAP Award winner in the Switches & Sensors category. LEAP Awards honor innovative products across 12 categories. More than 100 entrants were received for the annual competition which celebrates […]

The votes are in and the winners of the 2021 LEAP Awards (Leadership in Engineering Achievement Program) were announced in a digital ceremony with products across multiple categories, including Additive Manufacturing. Critical to LEAP’s success is the involvement of the engineering community. No one at WTWH Media selected the winners. Instead, our editorial team did […]