Tech Updates

GAITHERSBURG, Md. —The U.S. Department of Commerce’s National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) has published a Request for Information seeking public input on how best to implement the U.S. Government National Standards Strategy for Critical and Emerging...

Boyd and E-valucon collaborated to meet U.S. requirements for Buy America SAN JOSE, Calif.—Boyd Corp. is introducing innovative liquid cooling technology designed for electric vehicle (EV) fast charge stations, the company said in a release. Boyd engineers, in...

The combination enables agile manufacturing, according to the system’s developer, Machina Labs. LOS ANGELES and AUGSBURG, Germany—A portable robotic system from Machina Labs  digitally forms and cuts custom composite and metal parts, combining the power of artificial...

4D Technology installed the high-throughput edge break inspection system at a leading aerospace engine manufacturer 4D Technology®, a wholly owned subsidiary of Onto Innovation Inc., reported that it recently installed and commissioned a 4Di InSpec AT automated...

By Catherine Barzler ATLANTA, Ga.—A good battery needs two things: high energy density to power devices, and stability, so it can be safely and reliably recharged thousands of times. For the past three decades, lithium-ion batteries have reigned supreme—proving their...

Alloy Enterprises is planning to use $26 million in recent funding to ramp up production of fully dense aluminum parts for EVs, industrial applications, and heavy equipment. BURLINGTON, Mass—Demand for aluminum has been escalating, driven by lightweighting for...

Shape Corp.’s work with Novelis is advancing the application of complex roll-formed aluminum components. GRAND HAVEN, Mich.—A collaboration between Shape Corp. and Novelis is reportedly yielding advancements in complex roll-formed aluminum applications for the...

BOSTON— A new report from market research firm IDTechEx delves into the manufacturing methodologies of in-mold electronics (IME), evaluating its technical processes, material requirements, and applications. The report, “In-Mold Electronics 2023-2033,” includes 10-year...

Energy industry company will use inTEST’s technology by Ambrell to replace its natural gas preheating system MT. LAUREL, N.J.—Test and process technology supplier inTEST Corporation received two orders from a utility/energy customer recently to provide induction...

GRAND HAVEN, Mich.—Tier-1 automotive supplier Shape Corp. reported the development of the first roll formed production-intent martensitic steel bumper made with SSAB’s groundbreaking fossil-free steel material using HYBRIT technology. Shape is the first automotive...

SPEE3D will use its CSAM technology to produce on-demand parts for a NAVSEA maritime project, the company said. MELBOURNE, Australia—Metal additive manufacturing company SPEE3D reported that the U.S. Navy has chosen its metal cold spray additive manufacturing (CSAM)...

Desktop Metal is reaffirming its commitment to the global foundry market with sand 3D printing systems from its ExOne brand. BOSTON—Desktop Metal, Inc., an innovator of additive manufacturing technologies for mass production, has reaffirmed its commitment to the...

A 1-kilowatt, high brightness blue laser from NUBURU will target large, fast-growing markets, including EV battery production, metal 3D printing, and consumer electronics markets, the company said CENTENNIAL, Colo.— A new high-brightness, industrial blue laser...

Major aerospace supplier is working to scale its rate-enabling manufacturing processes for advanced air mobility industry PARIS—Supernal LLC reported that it is partnering with Qarbon Aerospace, Inc. to bring component welding techniques to maturity as part of its...

Sakuu’s Cypress is available to battery manufacturers interested in licensing the technology for roll-to-roll manufacturing. SAN JOSE, Calif.—Additive manufacturing and battery technology company Sakuu Corporation recently launched what it called its “safer, high...