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3 Power and Energy Advances

From consumer electronics to electric vehicles, the operation of modern technologies depends on the reliable supply and precise management of power and energy. Watch this video to learn more about three power and energy advances developed at Princeton University, Tulane University, and University College London.

A New Aircraft Recycling Program for Thermoplastic Composites

Toray Advanced Composites, Daher, and TARMAC Aerosave recently announced the launch of a joint End-of-Life Aerospace Recycling Program for commercial aircraft production. Working...

A New Platform for Developing Advanced Aerospace Metals at Scale

Companies building next-generation products are often limited by the physical constraints of traditional materials. In aerospace, defense, energy, and industrial tooling,...

Boeing to Develop New Space Force Nuclear Communications Satellites

Under a new $2.8 billion contract award, Boeing will develop the first two satellites in the Evolved Strategic Satellite Communications (SATCOM) [ESS] program for the U.S....

Air Force Pilots Control XQ-58s from Fighter Jets

The U.S. Air Force recently demonstrated a major leap in human-machine teaming, flying autonomous collaborative platforms (ACPs), alongside crewed fighter aircraft during a training event at...

Cummins Powers up the S17 Genset

Cummins has expanded its Centum diesel generator series that elevates sustained performance while maximizing power density. The latest addition to the company’s portfolio is a 17-liter engine platform...

Intelligent Machines Remove Humans from the Loop

As international trade is beginning to digitize its documentation and transactions, an AI technology born with the help of NASA’s Ames Research Center offers an automation solution.

Solving Problems and Seeking Big Ideas for Commercial Vehicles

Advancing technology to solve challenges involving regulation, compliance, autonomy, electrification, combustion engines and other areas is an obvious focus of SAE...

How Horses Can Induce Better Social Robots

Equine-Assisted Interventions (EAIs) offer a powerful alternative to traditional talking therapies for patients with PTSD, trauma, and autism who struggle to express and regulate emotions through words alone.

Could Gravity Batteries Bring Renewable Energy Storage to Your Home?

Sustainable energy sources like wind and solar face the challenge of storing excess energy for later use. Large utilities often use mechanical storage methods, such as...

How Better Battery Vents Are Powering Safer Electrification

EV safety hinges on the reliability of every component—especially those related to the battery system. Failures, even in small parts like battery pack vents, can significantly...

Nuclear Batteries Provide Reliable Energy for Space Missions

Nuclear batteries, or radioisotope power systems, generate electricity from the heat released by the natural decay of radioactive isotopes. At Oak Ridge National Laboratory (ORNL),...

The Role of Plastic Pallets in the Automotive Supply Chain

The U.S. automotive industry relies on extensive global supply chains, with a recent report noting that manufacturers source 22% of their cars ’engines from Japan and 13% from...

5Ws of an All-Electric Delivery Drone

An all-electric drone developed by Blueflite with vertical take-off and landing capabilities and advanced maneuverability for faster and more cost-effective deliveries.

Product Spotlight: Adhesive System EP30-2LB

Formulated with unique optical properties, Master Bond EP30-2LB blocks UV light from 200-400 nm and allows the transmission of visible light from 450-900 nm. Beyond its optical properties, EP30-2LB...

Product of the Month

See the product of the month: SGS has received EPA approval as a recognized third-party certification body for testing and certification of magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) machines under the ENERGY STAR® label. The certification allows brands and manufacturers to demonstrate that a device uses less energy in ready to scan mode as well as via an automated power down to an energy saving low power state. Read on to learn more.

Inside the OEM: Boston Scientific to Focus on Cardiology Innovation

At a time when many medtech firms are grappling with regulatory headwinds, pricing pressures, and geopolitical disruptions, Boston Scientific is focused, aligned, and thriving. Read on to learn about the company’s growth in electrophysiology, strength in LAAC, disciplined margin expansion, and much more.

From the Editor: U.S. Tariffs Cast Shadow Over Promising Growth of Pulsed Field Ablation Devices

Tariff uncertainty adds another layer of complexity to an already fragmented global regulatory environment. With PFA currently approved in only a handful of markets, the U.S. remains critical to commercial viability. Read on to learn more about what Sherrie Trigg, Editor and Director of Medical Content, has to say about the matter.

Soft Brainstem Implant Delivers High-Resolution Hearing

A team at EPFL’s Laboratory for Soft Bioelectronic Interfaces has developed a soft, thin-film auditory brainstem implant. The device uses micron-scale platinum electrodes embedded in silicone, forming a pliable array just a fraction of a millimeter thick. Read on to learn more.

Product Focus: Connectors/Wires/Cables

See where the product focus is this month: On connectors, wires, and cables, including a range of panel-mount connectors from binder; Colder Products Company's smallest aseptic connector available; LEMO's new push-pull connector series; and more.

New Products and Services

See the new products and services, including Dymax's expanded portfolio of TPO-free light-curable materials; Instron's advanced noncontacting video extensometer; Würth Elektronik's extended RGB LED product series; Arnold Magnetic Technologies' line of high-energy flexible magnets; and more.

Dental Floss Measures Stress, Other Cognitive States

Chronic stress can lead to increased blood pressure and cardiovascular disease, decreased immune function, depression, and anxiety. Unfortunately, the tools we use to monitor stress are often imprecise or expensive. Now a Tufts team has devised a simple device using specially designed floss that can easily and accurately measure cortisol, a stress hormone, in real time. Read on to learn more.

Fiber Computer Allows Apparel to Run Apps and “Understand” the Wearer

What if the clothes you wear could care for your health? MIT researchers have developed an autonomous programmable computer in the form of an elastic fiber, which could monitor health conditions and physical activity, alerting the wearer to potential health risks in real time. Read on to learn more about it.

Common Pitfalls When Specifying Bearings for Medical Devices

This article delves into some of the design engineering and supply chain issues for medical device bearings, providing insights into their implications. It also offers guidance on how to optimize the bearing selection process with your supplier, ensuring your components perform reliably.

Medical Device Makers: Ask These 7 Questions for an Effective Wireless Test Program

This article presents seven critical questions that medical device designers should be asking as they build the next generation of wireless products to improve quality of life for millions of patients. Read on to learn what they are.

Wearable Lactation Pads Detect Chemicals in Milk

Engineers have developed a smart lactation pad that can quantify a wide range of chemicals in breast milk in real time. Read on to learn more.