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Clip on bearing fits precisely 15/04/2004
Bearings, whether rolling or plain, normally have to be pressed onto shafts
Composites joined directly to metals 15/04/2004
A new joining technique will significantly reduce weight and costs in aerospace and high end automotive and marine construction. Tom Shelley reports
FEA software provides sound advice 15/04/2004
Dean Palmer reports on how the latest design analysis techniques can be used to develop an innovative speaker system
Fluid flows get more dynamic with CFD 15/04/2004
As well as industrial applications, CFD software is seeing rapid take-up in other areas such as renewable energy and swimwear, writes Dean Palmer
Motor and drive act in concert 15/04/2004
An integrated motor and drive package has been developed that looks set to succeed where previous designs have failed. Dean Palmer reports
Move and tilt sensors do better than balls 15/04/2004
Tom Shelley reports on the latest developments in movement and tilt sensors, greatly pushing forward the frontiers of performance at low cost
Quality through lean design 15/04/2004
Dean Palmer looks at a technique that started life in the manufacturing environment but which could also help firms design and develop products better and faster
Small valves handle big flows 15/04/2004
Hydraulic engineers, like those engaged in most other branches of the profession, are always looking for ways to save space and weight without compromising performance.
Split fastener carries triple load 15/04/2004
There is a move in manufacturing towards using aluminium section kit systems to construct big gantry handling systems and large rigs for aerospace construction applications.
Sticky tapes extend their usefulness 15/04/2004
Tom Shelley reports on some recent advances in the functionality of rolls of sticky tape
 
Adhesive tape prevents ingress of water and dust 14/04/2004
Today, thousands of home and business owners across the UK are having to face up to more regular, unpredictable flooding and so, once they receive a flood warning, these people require fast, easy solutions that protect their properties against the ingress of water.
 
Anglian Diesels opts for Parker drives on Hong Kong ferry 14/04/2004
Drives from Parker Hannifin are at the heart of a marine hydraulic system designed by Anglian Diesels and supplied to Hong Kong yacht clubs for use on their Yanmar diesel powered harbour taxi ferries.
 
CAD offers improved workflow and publishing 14/04/2004
Autodesk’s latest software promises to take users to the next level, including tools for the creation, organisation and publishing of entire drawing sets. Dean Palmer reports
 
CADCAM gives glass maker freedom of expression 14/04/2004
Rexam Glass, a glass manufacturer based in Barnsley, is now able to offer its clients total freedom of expression
 
Chains designed for abrasive environments 14/04/2004
There are many instances where drive chains suffer from excessive wear as a result of their being used in an abrasive working environment.
 
DCS offers custom access by job function 14/04/2004
ABB has enhanced its distributed control system (DCS)
 
Drive saves space but offers more 14/04/2004
A new variable speed drive reduces the cost of ownership for customers by being three-quarters the size of its predecessors
 
Floating boss eases assembly 14/04/2004
Problem: When bolting a large component to an assembly, it is very unlikely that all the bolt holes are going to be in exactly the right alignment.
 
Neodymium has magnetic appeal 14/04/2004
Even though prices of rare earth magnets are falling and their performance improving, many design engineers are still choosing not to use them in new devices. Dean Palmer investigates
 
Servo slides multiply their reach 14/04/2004
Tom Shelley reports on how an essentially simple idea enables a breakthrough in 2D positioning
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