| June 13, 2023 | Volume 19 Issue 22 |
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 | HRG Miniature Roller Type LM Guide
The HRG from THK is an LM Guide that uses rollers for the rolling elements. As the smallest roller type guides, the HRG8, 10, and 12 achieve higher rigidity and a longer service life than other LM Guide models of similar size. It can handle loads applied from four directions. The HRG can be used in a variety of mounting orientations (wall-mounted, horizontal, inverted, and vertical), making it suitable for a wide range of applications.
Find out more from THK. |
 | Filter fans, exhaust filters, and hoods
Seifert filter fans feature a robust plastic-molded design with various AC and DC voltage options for power. All filter fan cutout dimensions comply with the market standards. UL listed filter fan packages include IP54 standard version, IP55, and EMC as well as UL type 12 and UL type 3R.
Integrated air filters at your system's inlet and outlet ensure that the cabinet remains clear of dust and any other contaminating airborne particles. Mounting our fans into the cutout is a very quick procedure and requires no tools. When necessary, the filters are also easily replaceable.
Learn more about Seifert fans and other accessories. A downloadable brochure is available too. |
| | Feature articles |
 | Air Force field testing robotic blacksmith
Researchers from the Air Force Research Lab have combined efforts with The Ohio State University and industry robotics partners to create an autonomous robotic incremental metal forming prototype called AI-FORGE. The effort aims to significantly impact the future of metamorphic manufacturing, also called robotic blacksmithing.
Read the full article. |
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 | 3D printer integrates thermoplastics and carbon fiber for large hypersonic parts
Engineers at Northrop Grumman are accelerating the development of high-temperature materials by using an industrial 6-axis continuous fiber-reinforced 3D printer they created that enables the fabrication of large, freeform, integrated composite structures for hypersonics. The unique process does not require tooling and reduces manufacturing time and cost by up to 50% over traditional methods. Very cool to see it work.
Read the full article. |
 | Porsche Mission X: Next-gen supercar concept
Porsche has created the one-off Mission X concept to gauge potential customer interest in the future of supercar offerings from the 75-year-old automaker. The evolution of the 959, the Carrera GT, and the 918 Spyder is an all-electric affair finished in Rocket Metallic that aims to be the fastest road-legal vehicle around the Nürburgring Nordschleife.
Read the full article. |
 | Think machine vision is too complex or expensive?
Are you under the impression that machine vision is too complex and/or too expensive for your application? Not anymore. Today's smart vision sensors incorporate on-board machine learning, empowering users to deploy them in common applications without the cost and complexity of traditional products. Learn how smart vision sensors can provide pass/fail indication for common detection applications for basic machines.
Read this informative AutomationDirect article. |
 | Ultra-precision micro-molding
Diversified Plastics, Inc. (DPI) delivers ultra-precision micro-injection molding and digital manufacturing of extremely small plastic parts for a range of markets, including medical device, electronics, industrial, and more. DPI specializes in producing micro-molded parts that are often highly engineered with intricate geometries and features that are difficult and expensive to manufacture by other means. Lots of materials available.
Learn more. |
 | Nano servo drives with EtherCAT and CANopen support
The new Nano Series of digital servo drives from Copley Controls features best-of-class power density and thermal management -- all in the tiny space of 35 x 30 x 23.4 mm. These compact units integrate easily into autonomous guided vehicles (AGVs), autonomous mobile robots (AMRs), robotic joints, and other automated equipment requiring precise speed and position control despite limited space.
Learn more. |
 | Stainless steel couplings for hydraulics
Kurt Hydraulics has introduced a new lineup of stainless steel couplings for applications ranging from marine hydraulics, food production, and medical processes to fertilizer and chemical handling or other tough applications requiring washdowns. These couplings are manufactured from high carbon grade 316 SS with high nickel and chromium content, which provides resistance to chemical attack and corrosion, along with extreme durability compared to standard steel. Kurt stainless steel couplings meet or exceed SAE specifications and are U.S.C.G. accepted. Available in five different styles with multiple sizes.
See sizes available, along with swivel and hose types. |
 | Laser cutting machine for ultra-hard materials
Rollomatic's new LaserSmart 810XL, with its innovative and powerful lase source, has been designed for larger-diameter PCD tools (polycrystalline diamond) and other ultra-hard materials up to 12-in. diameter, a total length of 14 in. and a total load capacity of 33 lb. This machine is built on the success of the Rollomatic LaserSmart series of machines and particularly addresses the profile cutting and ablation of diamond tooling in the larger-diameter range as well as tools with a Monoblock adaptor. Typical applications include woodworking, automotive, and aerospace.
Learn more. |
 | Gyroscope for non-safety automotive applications
TDK has just released its new InvenSense IAM-20380HT high-temp automotive monolithic 3-axis MotionTracking sensor platform solution for non-safety automotive applications, which includes the IAM-20380HT 3-axis MEMS gyroscope and the DK-20380HT developer kit. The standalone gyroscope delivers reliable and highly accurate measurement data for a variety of automotive non-safety applications including, but not limited to, navigation and dead reckoning, vehicle tracking, telematics, door control, and vision systems.
Learn more. |
| | Most popular last issue |
 | Aston Martin DB12: Super-slick Super Tourer
Ever feel like you need to get your James Bond groove on? Aston Martin's new 671-hp DB12 Super Tourer could be just the ticket. Powerful, luxurious, dynamic, and easy on the eyes, it's a matured evolution of the DB 11 (with hints of the DBS) and a study in mixing high class and high performance.
Read the full article. |
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| | Videos+: Technologies and inspiration in action | 9 design tips for injection molding
Keep costs down and quality up all while optimizing your injection molded designs with these helpful tips from Xometry. Learn how to build better injection molded parts and products -- using draft angles, ribs and gussets, radii, fillets, and more -- and set expectations for the injection molding process. Good info here.
View the video. |
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