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  1. First Look at Jet-powered VTOL X-plane After Finishing Wind Tunnel Tests for DARPA SPRINT Program

    Jan
    21
    2025
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    Bell has completed wind tunnel tests of its X-plane model at the National Institute for Aviation Research (NIAR) at Wichita State University, part of DARPA’s Speed and Runway Independent Technology (SPRINT) program, aimed at creating an aircraft to demonstrate technologies allowing high-speed flight without the need for traditional runways. According to a press release by […]

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  2. Cobot Tools to Boost Arc-On Time

    Jan
    14
    2025
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    Arc-on time is the term that refers to the actual time the electricity is used when welding, with the wire running, and the gas flowing. It is the ultimate measure of welding productivity. The industry average arc-on time in most manual welding operations is around 10%, which is low because welders take care of a […]

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  3. The World’s Most Cutting-Edge Hypergravity Facility Goes into Operations

    Dec
    16
    2024
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    Located in the eastern Chinese city of Hangzhou, the Centrifugal Hypergravity and Interdisciplinary Experiment Facility (CHIEF) houses the world’s largest hypergravity centrifuge with the ability to create artificial gravity. According to the South China Morning Post, the project construction began in 2020 at a cost of about 2 billion yuan (US$276.5 million). In basic words, […]

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  4. Integris Composites Takes a Leap Forward in Aerospace Armor Production with Boeing MH-139A Grey Wolf Rotorcraft

    Dec
    12
    2024
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    Integris Composites (formerly TenCate Advanced Armour, Vienna, Va., U.S.), a manufacturer of composite armor for land vehicles, aircraft, naval craft, and protection housing for optronics, has achieved a milestone with the recent delivery of the first MH-139A Grey Wolf production aircraft to the U.S Air Force by Boeing. This event marks a major step for […]

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  5. Exploring the Strength-to-Weight Ratio of Square Steel Tubing

    Dec
    09
    2024
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    From buildings and cars to big industrial machines, square steel tubing is one of the most popular shapes for building support structures. Also known as hollow structural section (HSS) tubing, this shape provides lightweight qualities that wouldn’t be possible with a solid material.  In fact, the strength-to-weight ratio of square steel tubing is superior to […]

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  6. 1,000-Ton Gold Mine Discovered in China, World’s Largest Reserve

    Dec
    06
    2024
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    China Unveils a Game-Changing Gold Discovery In a groundbreaking revelation that has captivated the global mining community, China has announced the discovery of what may be the world’s largest gold deposit. Geologists from the Geological Bureau of Hunan have identified over 40 gold veins within the Wangu goldfield, located in Pingjiang County. These veins, found […]

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  7. Magnets Increasingly An Alternative To Rare Earth Sources

    Nov
    11
    2024
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    The green transition makes people aware of the growing supply risks of rare earth elements. The EU, USA, UK, Japan, New Zealand, and other regions identify rare earths as critical materials. The limited availability of primary rare earth mineral supply in many regions makes end-of-life magnets a key alternative source of critical rare earth elements.  […]

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  8. Saudi Arabia’s Line Project Set to Absorb 20% of Global Steel Resources

    Nov
    05
    2024
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    Unprecedented Steel Consumption Saudi Arabia’s ambitious megacity project, The Line, is making headlines for its unprecedented consumption of steel. This futuristic city, envisioned as a 170-kilometer-long, 500-meter-tall urban development, is reportedly using a staggering 20% of the world’s available steel. The project, which serves as a cornerstone of Saudi Arabia’s Vision 2030, aims to create […]

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  10. US Army Introduces Cleaning Robots to Keep Soldiers Safe From Chemical and Biological Contamination

    Sep
    26
    2024
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    The US Army has introduced a robotic Autonomous Equipment Decontamination System that can decontaminate military vehicles exposed to chemical or biological weapons without putting soldiers at risk. Nuclear, chemical, and biological (NBC) weapons are frightening because they are so dangerous. These weapons haven’t been used for decades by major nations, but they could be. Chemical […]

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  11. Exploring the Strength-to-Weight Ratio of Square Steel Tubing

    Aug
    20
    2024
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    From buildings and cars to big industrial machines, square steel tubing is one of the most popular shapes for building support structures. Also known as hollow structural section (HSS) tubing, this shape provides lightweight qualities that wouldn’t be possible with a solid material.  In fact, the strength-to-weight ratio of square steel tubing is superior to […]

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  12. Norway’s Massive Floating Wind Turbine Array Gets More Support

    Aug
    13
    2024
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    When Norway’s Windcatcher floating wind turbine array was introduced in 2021, there were a lot of people who doubted its design at over 1,000 ft (324 m) high and roughly just as wide. Over three years, it has made significant progress in realizing its vision that may quiet the doubters. Rotors on wind turbines with […]

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  13. Biowaste Coating Dramatically Reduces Friction Between Metal Parts

    Aug
    06
    2024
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    Reducing friction between metal parts has numerous benefits. Apart from increasing the lifespan of the parts, proper lubrication also keeps them cool and increases efficiency. In fact, over 30% of the fuel in combustion vehicles is used to overcome friction, and friction also increases emissions by consuming one-fifth of the energy humanity generates annually. Let’s […]

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  14. Choosing the Right Metal Roof Supplies

    Aug
    02
    2024
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    Although less common than asphalt shingles or clay tiles, metal roofs are becoming increasingly popular lately. There are several factors that affect their increasing popularity, but the biggest one is their energy efficiency, which becomes increasingly important in an era when we try to conserve as much energy as possible. Moreover, metal roofs are more […]

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  15. First Fully Artificial Titanium Heart Implanted Inside a Patient

    Jul
    26
    2024
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    Humanity has come a long way as humanity when it comes to heart surgery. With stents, pacemakers, and mechanical pumps that support the most important organ’s function, as well as heart transplants, people with heart issues can live longer than ever before. However, we always had a fantasy of a fully mechanical heart, one that […]

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  16. Choosing the Right Industrial Metal Supplier Key Factors to Consider

    Jul
    16
    2024
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    If your business is reliant on metal products, one of the most important considerations is partnering with the right industrial supplier. Numerous factors can have an effect on your choice, like the quality of materials, reliability of supply, and customer service.  Moreover, the choice can significantly affect your operation in a “make it or break […]

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  17. Aluminum Goes Green: Canada Unveils Groundbreaking Carbon-Free Production

    Jul
    09
    2024
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    Get Ready for a Greener Aluminum Future! Canada is poised to debut a revolutionary technology called Elysis, the world’s first carbon-free aluminum smelting process. This breakthrough promises to transform the aluminum industry, significantly reducing its environmental impact. Traditional vs. Elysis: A Game Changer Traditionally, aluminum production relies on a process called electrolysis, which unfortunately generates […]

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  18. Selecting the Right Metal Building Supplies for Durability and Performance

    Jun
    28
    2024
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    Want to start a new metal construction project? Then, a crucial process is choosing a metal that will help you build reliable parts with a low probability of failure. However, the process is not as straightforward as some might think. Even choosing off-the-shelf metal building supplies requires thorough knowledge of the matter, especially in correlation […]

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  19. High-Speed Vertical Takeoff and Landing X-Plane of Bell Takes Next Phase of Defense Program

    Jun
    25
    2024
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    Bell Textron Inc., an aerospace manufacturer, has been entered into Phase 1B of the Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency (DARPA) Speed and Runway Independent Technologies (SPRINT) X-Plane program to create the next generation of air mobility platforms that can achieve fixed-wing jet speeds in horizontal flight, without relying on traditional airfields. Another company that was […]

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