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Eureka’s Technology section provides editorial features classified into key industry sector topics. These include design engineering research and development, design software, fastening / joining, materials, control / automation, power systems, sensors and test and measurement.

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BLDC motor controller E981.15 with sensorless commutation technique	17/08/2010
The new BLDC motor controller E981.15, developed by ELMOS and now available from Gleichmann Electronics, is said to enable a significant reduction of system costs.

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Design challenges in the automotive sector	13/08/2010
Richard Blatcher, head of marketing, manufacturing, EMEA, Autodesk, looks at how manufacturers across the supply chain can overcome obstacles in the automotive sector.

Tradition maintained by full PLM	10/08/2010
Tom Shelley reports on how every CAD and robotic aid is employed to maintain competitiveness and quality at Bentley Motors.

Speedy software gets a boost	10/08/2010
Tom Shelley reports on enhancements to the leading brand of explicit CAD software.

Defying gravity	10/08/2010
Tom Shelley reports on how research into replicating the means whereby insects adhere to surfaces is progressing.

PU stops leaks and stays stuck	10/08/2010
Tom Shelley reports on some of the benefits to be obtained by using polyurethane based seals, sealants, gaskets and adhesives.

Electric vehicles shift gear	10/08/2010
Changes to the transmission systems of electric vehicles could have a significant impact on the commercial viability of electric vehicles, as Eureka discovers

Motors move beyond IE2	10/08/2010
Regulations demanding that motors conform to the IE2 standard may not come in until next year, but the technology is already well ahead of that, as Paul Fanning reports

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Sintered plastics control fluids on micro scale	10/08/2010
Tom Shelley reports on some of the applications of very fine-grained, high-purity, sintered plastic.

Complex materials boost performances	10/08/2010
Tom Shelley reports on partly bio-based materials that outperform conventional resins.

Innovation thrives in the face of cuts	10/08/2010
The UK defence industry is one of the most successful in the world, but faces threats in the shape of government spending cuts. However, as Eureka discovers, there is no shortage of novel designs.

Safety first	13/07/2010
Tom Shelley reports on some of the cutting edge developments in the oil and gas sector.

Five starts to maximum efficiency	13/07/2010
Tom Shelley reports on some recent advances in linear systems and bearings that give striking enhancements to performance.

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Design methods optimise cost and performance	13/07/2010
Innovative design methods have allowed a bearings manufacturer to cut costs and increase product performance.

Sculpted surfaces produced by beams	13/07/2010
Tom Shelley reports on progress with a process for producing metal surfaces with protuberances and pits that is now finding commercial application.

Welding techniques boost aerospace	13/07/2010
British-developed technologies allow the fabrication of more advanced rocket fuel tanks and nozzles as well as ground based products.

Shows spotlight clean, efficient power	13/07/2010
Tom Shelley reports on developments in fluid power

Oscillation saves lives	13/07/2010
Tom Shelley reports on how pneumatic logic is being applied to helping wounded people breathe without electric power.

Are you trusting to luck?	13/07/2010
It is in the nature of things to go, wrong, but there are many ways to minimise the risk of a mishap turning into a major disaster.

Lightning to strike CAD market	12/07/2010
A commitment to "shake up the CAD market" has been made by PTC. Paul Fanning reports.

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Built-in batteries to transform design	09/06/2010
Research into integrating batteries within materials could make hybrid vehicles much lighter. Graham Pitcher reports.

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Software takes the virtual track to safety	09/06/2010
Tom Shelley reports on how real world filming enhances virtual reality design for railways.

Making good use of recycled plastics	09/06/2010
Tom Shelley reports on the latest views on using recycled plastics in engineered products.

Clever designs make complex parts	09/06/2010
Tom Shelley reports on how surprisingly complex parts can be made using conventional plastic manufacturing methods.

Fastening solutions evolve	09/06/2010
Tom Shelley reports on the latest developments in fastening and joining.

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