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| December 02, 2025 | Volume 21 Issue 45 |
 | Hyundai Crater concept: A drive on the wild side
Hyundai made a big impact at the AutoMobility LA 2025 show in Los Angeles Nov. 20 when it debuted its Crater SUV concept, a rugged, compact off-roader that takes the idea of the brand's eXtreme Rugged Terrain (XRT) trim level to new heights. Crater is angling to be cool, fun, and ready to tackle all the adventurous terrain you can throw at it.
Read the full article. |
 | When metals can't survive: Machined ceramics as an alternative
Technical Ceramics are so hard and wear resistant that they cannot be machined with conventional tools -- but they can outlast and outperform other materials in demanding or harsh applications. INSACO's proprietary diamond grinding process and specialized techniques developed over many decades allow the company to produce and document parts to exacting specifications consistently. Learn all about the alternatives you have when metals just can't take it.
Read the INSACO article. |
 | Engineer's Toolbox: How to pin a shaft and hub assembly properly
One of the primary benefits of using a coiled spring pin to affix a hub or gear to a shaft is the coiled pin's ability to prevent hole damage. Another is the coiled pin absorbs wider hole tolerances than any other press-fit pin. This translates to lower total manufacturing costs of the assembly. However, there are a few design guidelines that must be adhered to in order to achieve the maximum strength of the pinned system and prevent damage to the assembly.
Read this very informative SPIROL article. |
 | More precision, less friction: Strain wave gearheads
With the new Strain wave gearheads, maxon expands its portfolio, especially for applications with high demands on precision in torque transmission. The backlash-free design ensures exact motion control in minimal installation space -- ideal for robotic arms, surgical instruments, or optical applications. In combination with maxon drives, this results in a perfectly matched drive system from a single source. Available in diameters of 55 mm and 62 mm. Additional sizes and variants on the way.
Learn more. |
 | Build-to-order knobs and hand hardware
Rogan Corp.'s innovative use of two-shot plastic injection and insert molding has been providing customers with high-quality plastic clamping knobs, levers, and control knobs for more than 90 years. Rogan offers concurrent engineering, product design, and assistance in material selection to ensure customer satisfaction for standard or customized parts, with a focus on cost optimization and on-time delivery. Custom colors, markings, decorative inlays, or engineered materials to meet special requirements, such as adding extra strength or utilizing a flame-retardant material, are all offered.
Learn more. |
 | Do-it-yourself board-level EMI shielding
ProtoShield sheets from Tech-Etch are depth-etched with a checkerboard pattern for folding, so they can be easily formed into many diverse configurations. In the product-development stage, fully functional shields can be created in minutes with just a pair of scissors and a straight edge for folding. Offered in two sizes: standard (.25-in. squares) and metric (5-mm squares). Both versions are solderable and corrosion resistant due to nickel silver material. Shield prototypes can be directly soldered to the board, or shield clips can be used for easy mounting. Samples available.
Learn more. |
| | Most popular last issue |
 | Genesis is making a mid-engine V8 supercar!
Genesis surprised a lot of people last week when it announced it will make a mid-engine supercar -- and then rolled out a red-hot concept vehicle that looks almost production ready to prove it. The company wants the Magma GT Concept to serve as its high-performance identity for the next decade.
Read the full article. |
 | Hydrogen engine nears power, efficiency of diesel
Southwest Research Institute has upgraded its hydrogen-powered heavy-duty internal combustion engine for a Class-8 truck with a state-of-the-art turbocharger, which has significantly improved performance across the board and made the engine competitive with current long-haul diesels.
Read the full article. |
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| | Videos+: Technologies and inspiration in action | Triumph makes first electric moto bikes for kids ages 3+
Triumph Motorcycles has announced the launch of its first electric youth motorcycles: the new Triumph TXP range powered by OSET. The 600-W TXP-12 for riders ages 3+ and 765-W TXP-16 for riders ages 5 to 7 are the first models available in the United States. Each bike is engineered from the ground up with age-specific lightweight steel frames, geometry, controls, components, and electric performance, with everything scaled and optimized for the rider's size and experience. Smart control systems like Field-Oriented Control manage performance as the battery depletes and provide real-time torque management, while Active Performance Stabilization smooths acceleration and improves stability across all terrain types. Includes built-in safety features.
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