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By Megan King The following article was originally published by the National Institute of Standards and Technology. In 2018, the world agreed to redefine the kilogram. Instead of being pegged to the mass of a physical object in a vault in France, the kilogram is now...

By Kayla Albert The following article originally appeared in Purdue University News. WEST LAFAYETTE, Ind.—Is it possible to use artificial intelligence tools like ChatGPT without internet access? Not yet, but if it were possible, it wouldn’t just expand what we could...

Elementum 3D and RPM Innovations, Inc. collaborated with NASA on the project, said to  enable aerospace engineers ‘to see the nozzle as proof-of-concept that informs new component designs.’ The following article is an edited version of a release from Elementum 3D....

Arizona State University is plugged into this next breakthrough in microchip tech with curriculum, partnerships with industry leaders By Mary Beth Faller  Microchips are hot. The tiny bits of silicon are integral to 21st-century life because they power the smartphones...

If you’ve decided to automate your manufacturing, your choice of the right integrator is crucial to achieving return on investment goals. By Joseph Garcia The journey towards implementation of manufacturing automation can seem daunting, especially when it involves...

Divelbiss Corporation has developed a patented PLC on a Chip™ technology that could help open new markets for single-chip programmable logic controllers. By Mark Shortt Divelbiss Corporation has been manufacturing custom electronics and industrial electronic control...

Smartphones. Kettles. MRI machines. LED lightbulbs. Cars. Almost every electronic device uses a semiconductor, a tiny silicon chip made of myriad transistors that can perform billions of computations in a second. By Tess Malone ATLANTA—Semiconductors make our world...

In-House Advanced Manufacturing Techniques Help Meet Mission Needs Rapid Development Connectors program increases cycles of learning The following release was originally published by Sandia National Laboratories. ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.—A group at Sandia National...

According to the manufacturer, enclosed robotic laser parts cleaning systems can safely remove rust and contamination—and they can condition surfaces at dramatically higher volumes—at lower cost than conventional methods. By Del Williams Today, advancements in...

The following article is an edited version of a release from Markets and Markets. CHICAGO—The aerospace composites market, currently estimated at USD 29.1 billion, is projected to reach USD 52.1 billion in 2029, according to a report from the management consulting...

The article below is an edited version of a release by Research and Markets. DUBLIN—Composites, engineered materials that combine distinct elements for superior mechanical and thermal properties, offer opportunities for enhancing efficiency and capabilities in...

By Michael Sharp American manufacturing is associated with high-quality standards, meant to ensure both the reliability and longevity of the products produced. Manufacturers across all industries are looking for technological solutions and enhancements to continue to...

A commercial partner is preparing to use the licensed NASA propulsion technology in a small satellite servicing vehicle that will be mounted on a larger satellite to extend the life of the host spacecraft. The following article was contributed by the  NASA Science...

U.S. Army Selects American Manufacturer of Rotary Forged Wheel Blanks to Manufacture Aluminum Road Wheel Inserts for Abrams Tank Advanced Structural Technologies was awarded a $10 million small business set-aside contract to manufacture the inserts. OXNARD, Calif.—In...

In research that may lead to next-generation airplanes and spacecraft, MIT engineers used carbon nanotubes to prevent cracking in multilayered composites. By Jennifer Chu | MIT News To save on fuel and reduce aircraft emissions, engineers are looking to build lighter,...