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Active latch locks motion with tiny power 11/11/2004
Tom Shelley reports on a low cost clutch mechanism that locks large forces or torques with tiny amounts of power
Cross links cushion impacts 11/11/2004
Tom Shelley reports on a novel material developed to protect sportsman from impacts but which also shows great potential for engineering
Dark spot shows gas dew point 11/11/2004
Tom Shelley reports on a novel accurate and fast automatic technique for measuring the dew point of natural gas and similar process gases
Natural frequency of vibration gives precise tension in wires 11/11/2004
Tom Shelley reports on a device that makes precise the measurement of tension in rods and wires from their natural frequency of vibration
Plug in memory sticks give PLC power 11/11/2004
Tom Shelley reports on what can be done with the latest range of inverter drives with a little plug in logic
Polymer chain is lube-free 11/11/2004
Dean Palmer reports on a new range of lube-free chain that uses polymer rollers and bushes, offering users a quieter, greener product that withstands frequent wash down
Size counts for everything 11/11/2004
Dean Palmer reports on a new, compact AC servo motor with built in driver and controller that is the same size as a traditional servo motor
Solenoid valves offers lonfer life 11/11/2004
A miniature solenoid valve has been developed that offers users high performance, fast response times, low power consumption and long operating life. Dean Palmer reports
Stirling effort keeps its cool while on the move 11/11/2004
Tom Shelley reports on new technologies from aerospace and defence for cooling, deep freezing and keeping things cold or warm during transport
Variable collets extract all bushes 11/11/2004
Tom Shelley reports on a clever way of extracting different sized interference fit bushes and bearings from bores without damaging them
 
Analysis software enables better use of machines 10/11/2004
Tom Shelley reports on software that can in some cases achieve massive improvements in production line efficiency
 
Hoist 'highlites' usefulness of aluminium 10/11/2004
A portable hoist for mobility impaired individuals has been developed using anodised aluminium for a lightweight, high strength, low cost construction
 
Hose machines to pay back in two years 10/11/2004
Two custom hose machines for a vehicle hose supplier could payback within two years, through improved productivity and reduced waste, writes Dean Palmer
Plastic crown means leak free joints 10/11/2004
Tom Shelley reports on a novel snap together, medium to high pressure pipe joint that is ideal for low cost mass production
Plastic encapsulation of engine cuts fuel cost by 9% 10/11/2004
Researchers are using simulation software to look at methods of thermally encapsulating vehicle engines with polyurethane in order to reduce emissions and cut fuel consumption
Screen-printable adhesive helps cut waste 10/11/2004
Developers of a new UV-cured screen printable adhesive claim the product will help manufacturers boost productivity by 40% and help cut waste. Dean Palmer reports
Toggle latch key to materials handling equipment 10/11/2004
Dean Palmer reports on a toggle latch that is playing a vital role in the design of revolutionary equipment for the materials handling market
Vision sensor checks codes fast 10/11/2004
Tom Shelley reports on a sensor that is able to check the legibility of data and lot codes at exceptional speed
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