| December 26, 2023 | Volume 19 Issue 48 |
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 | Design Rules for Polymer 3D Printing
Every 3D printing technology has distinct capabilities, design freedoms, and limitations. This new eGuide from EOS will provide key design considerations when leveraging selective laser sintering (SLS) technology for polymer 3D printing production. Download the eGuide today to learn fundamental SLS design components and valuable 3D printing insights.
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 | Happy New Year from Designfax!
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 | Hyundai IONIQ 5 N: Race-inspired 641-hp EV made for fun driving
Want to see how fun and thrilling an electric vehicle can really be? Take a ride in the Hyundai IONIQ 5 N, the all-new, special high-performance five-door crossover. The dual-motor 5 N sports a boost function that propels it from 0 to 60 mph in 3.4 sec, is filled with special corning and racing design and tuning, and boasts a top speed of 162 mph. Is it a race car or an everyday super hatchback? Owners will get to decide.
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 | Over 26,000 stock metric gears: KHK USA
KHK USA Inc offers the largest selection of stock metric gears in North America -- with over 26,000 configurations. KHK USA offers Metric Spur Gears, Metric Helical Gears, Metric Internal Ring Gears, Metric Gear Racks, Metric Bevel Gears, Metric Worms and Wormwheels from stock! Free 3D CAD models, technical specs, and 24/7 price and availability detailed online.
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 | Foldable gasket for battery electric vehicles
More than one million units of Freudenberg Sealing Technologies' new type of foldable gaskets for electric vehicles have been produced. The gaskets help prevent splash water from entering through the gap between the battery cover and housing. A segmented aluminum carrier with multiple sealing profiles on the outer edge provides strength while also integrating plastic retention fixtures used to attach the gasket quickly and efficiently to the battery housing cover. The carrier segments are interconnected with a continuous sealing profile that is highly flexible, so it can compensate for small manufacturing tolerances in the housing.
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 | Magnetic springs for gravity compensation applications
MSP-A Series magnetic springs from Akribis Systems are an attractive choice for industrial z-axis, direct drive module applications that call for a high-speed means of gravity compensation, self-locking capabilities to prevent unwanted component movement during power-off states, or constant force within a specific travel range. Leveraging the stored energy of permanent magnets inside a slider and stator, magnetic springs maintain a constant direction and magnitude within a specific travel range. There is no need for external power and control, linear guides, or expensive air systems. Applications include 3D printing, robots, textile equipment, pumps, and compressors.
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 | Metal Work Regtronic pneumatic transducers from AutomationDirect
AutomationDirect has added Metal Work Regtronic series electro-pneumatic transducers to its offerings. The transducers use two internal solenoid valves to convert an electronic signal from a PLC or other controller to a regulated precision linear pneumatic output pressure. This dual-solenoid design eliminates continuous supply air consumption, reducing operational costs. Models are available with low flow and exhaust capacity for controlling small-volume pneumatic loads without overshoot, and high flow and exhaust capacity for fast response times with large-volume pneumatic loads.
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 | Remembering Hans H. Koehl: Chairman of SPIROL
It was with great sorrow that SPIROL, the inventor of the Coiled Spring Pin in the 1940s, recently announced the passing of Hans Koehl, the company's Chairman. Hans' vision, dedication, and passion led to the transformation of SPIROL from being a small, family-owned business located in Northeast Connecticut into a world-renowned manufacturing company with locations on four continents and in 13 countries. Hans was a humble and inspirational leader and an exceedingly generous mentor. He motivated everyone to always do their best.
Read more about Hans H. Koehl and his career at SPIROL. |
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 | First-ever Toyota Crown Signia SUV: Pushing that luxe life
Toyota is reaching for new heights in luxury with the introduction of the 2025 Crown Signia mid-size SUV -- a significant upgrade to the Toyota Venza it replaces. Exclusively equipped with the Toyota Hybrid Electric Vehicle powertrain with On-Demand AWD standard, the Crown Signia will be available in XLE and Limited grades and powered by a 2.5-L DOHC four-cylinder engine with two electric motor generators.
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| | Videos+: Technologies and inspiration in action | 3D-printing trends for 2024: Change is in the air
What will we see in the new year when it comes to 3D printing? Normally, the answer is the same: "The industry continues to grow." This year is a little different, according to the 3D-printing experts at Materialise. The adoption of 3D printing isn't just increasing -- it's shifting. They see shifting approaches, shifting mindsets, shifting markets, and even shifting limitations.
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