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September 27, 2007
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September 27, 2007
Focus of the Issue :
Kids build Bot Subs - Basics of design engineering: Sensors - A first look at GM's hybrid SUVs
Articles:
Unmanned, underwater, and on a mission
Analyzing multiple design scenarios
SMAs don’t like it hot
What is functional design?
Two modes are better than one for heavy-duty hybrids
Hot tips on IC temp sensors
Sensors take the heat
It’s tough to be a humanitarian
Holding loads with power-off brakes
Warranty coverage: Avoiding self-inflicted wounds
Engineering students make the grade but not the cut
3D controller speeds designs
Positioning with accuracy and strength
MEMs let tiny gyro keep cars safe
Air conditioning for electronic enclosures
Forced rankings of employees bad for business
Laser scanner helps NASA lower the BOOM!
Reverse engineering the Wright Brothers’ propellers
2007 Volkswagen Eos
2007 Nissan Sentra 2.0 S
Die casting makes short work of small-lot parts
Fluid-power conference goes green
Design-2-Part Shows
Algae-powered military jets?
Automation Tour
Catalyst could revolutionize biodiesel production
Magnetic Angular Sensor
Low-Pressure Transmitters
Hall-Effect Sensor
Linear Potentiometer Family
Current Sensors and Switches
Optical Fiber Liquid-Level Sensor
Setpoint Controller
Platinum Thin-Film RTD
Adjustable and Fixed-Setpoint Flowswitches
AC/DC Inductive Proximity Sensor
Incremental Wheel Encoder
Graphics plug-in for Pro-E
CFD works with CAD
Software for Transportation-Seat Design
Test-and-Measurement Software
Software helps Design Hydraulic and Pneumatic Systems
PLM Manages Mechatronics Software
Automated Impact Analysis
Electrically Insulated Bearings
Adapter-Mount Roller Bearing
Spherical Roller Bearings
Metric Bearings
Spherical Roller Bearings
Orifices and Filters
Dc/Dc Converters
Solenoid Valves
Shaft-Grounding Ring
Intrinsically Safe Weighing Modules
Electrically Conductive Epoxy Resin
Microstepping Driver
Auto-Blade Fuse Holder
Micro-Dispense Nozzles
Wireless Strain Sensors
Noncontacting Position Sensor
Metalworking Fluids
Magnetic Flowmeter
Enclosure/Keyboard Housing
Photoetched Lead Frames
Composite Air Tank
Actuator for Heavy Loads
Ball Screws
Multiplatform Backplane Chassis
Self-Sealing and Self-Locking Fasteners
Nitrogen Gas Spring/Lifter Guide
Switches
Motion control and Vibration Isolation
Exposed linear encoders
Liquid-Level Sensors
Mazda develops first biofabric for vehicle interiors
Rotomolded plastic replaces concrete
Smooth burning V6 and V8 engines
Biodiesel fuel from fryer grease
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