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Articles in September, 2004 issue of Design News
- Rod Cylinder Slide: 120 unique variations.(Fluid Power)
- Flow controls: temperature-sensitive.(Fluid Power)
- Content visualization server: beta version, CSF-friendly.(Software/Hardware)
- Strategic partnership: with analysis capabilities.(Software/Hardware)
- Teamcenter-based multi-CAD solution: from UGS to INCAT.(Software/Hardware)
- UGS unveils NX3: release incorporates data management and process management capabilities.(New Entry)(Brief Article)
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New composite lifts off: here's an introduction to a new glass-reinforced version of a familiar thermoplastic.(Engineering Plastics)(Ultem-based composite)
by Ogando, Joseph - Electrical designer shortage.(Electronics)(Brief Article)
- The gadget freak files case #79: Sam shunned those ordinary doggie toys.(Design News Special)(Brief Article)
- Captive linear actuator: anti-rotation compatible.(Motion Control/Power Transmission)
- Motor line expansion: standard- and low-inertia models.(Motion Control/Power Transmission)
- UV Sensor Application Handbook: reference guide and tutorial.(Electronics)
- Pushbutton: right-angle, illuminated.(Electronics)
- Convertible water jet pump: six available pressures.(Fluid Power)(Brief Article)
- Title Block Manager: automated changes.(Software/Hardware)(Brief Article)
- Software integration: expands ease of use.(Software/Hardware)
- Back to school.(Software + Hardware)
- Digital pump appeals to machine makers; Biggest advantage: they can still use existing PLCs.(Hydraulics)
- Stack lights show status.(New and Notable Product Design)
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PLM supports Six Sigma: they both aim for higher quality products and processes.(Insight from Insiders)(UGS PLM Solutions)
by Affuso, Anthony J. "Tony" - Microcontroller basics.(Fact)(Brief Article)
- Digital hydraulics extended to high-flow products: configure these valves through software.(Valves)
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Hands-free computing.(New and Notable Product Design)
by Frank, Randy -
Chicken little.(Readers Sound Off)(Letter to the Editor)
by Imerman, Roger - Piezoelectric motors: large size range available.(Motion Control/Power Transmission)
- Machine controller: new capabilities available.(Motion Control/Power Transmission)
- Energy chains: compact in size.(Motion Control/Power Transmission)
- Mounting system: mounts to nearly any motor.(Motion Control/Power Transmission)
- LED Indicator: two-wire, current-loop powered.(Electronics)
- Sensor: long lifecycle.(Electronics)
- Analog-to-digital converter: flagship device in new family of ADCs.(Electronics)
- Piezoelectric pump: miniature in size.(Fluid Power)
- Recirculating chillers: pressure, flow, and temperature alarms.(Fluid Power)
- Vertical pump: good for confined spaces.(Fluid Power)
- Text-to-speech output: for 3D manufacturing documentation.(Software/Hardware)
- Optical measurement system: no required markers.(Software/Hardware)
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Cut the T & M cord: wireless PDAs increase measurement flexibility.(Innovative Ideas from the National Instruments)(test and measurement)(personal digital assistants)(Advertisement)
by Titus, Jon - International event.(Software + Hardware)
- Plastics glow.(Materials + Joining)(Brief Article)
- Stability for the A380: bearings take on a tough job.(Heard on the Street)(Airbus380)(Brief Article)
- Linear stage: smooth velocity.(Aerotech Inc.)(Brief Article)
- Flexures: multifunctional.(Motion Control/Power Transmission)
- Bus bridge: faster connection between PCI-X buses.(Electronics)
- Video borescope: digital video features.(Electronics)
- Pressure controller: for pressure, velocity, and flow applications.(Fluid Power)
- Sanitary flow meter: meets rigid requirements.(Fluid Power)(Brief Article)
- CFD software: interoperability solution.(Software/Hardware)(Brief Article)
- Ready for the rugged route: Turck engineers say they've designed a disk table that will never move over time.(Encoder T8.A02H)
- Back to basics.(Motion Control + Power Transmission)(SMMA-The Motor & Motion Association)(Brief Article)
- Bosch wins gold.(Fluid Power)
- Wireless digital entertainment connection.(New and Notable Product Design)
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Big city guy.(Readers Sound Off)(Brief Article)
by Fordice, Randy - Robots: multiple I/O communications.(Motion Control/Power Transmission)
- A deluge of plastics.(Readers Sound Off)
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Award-winning tunes.(New and Notable Product Design)
by Frank, Randy -
Not afraid of change.(Readers Sound Off)(Letter to the Editor)
by Hill, Douglas - Linear stepper: can replace old motors.(Motion Control/Power Transmission)
- Spindle-lift tables: compact in size.(Motion Control/Power Transmission)
- DC power supplies: low-noise, high-power.(Motion Control/Power Transmission)
- Embedded Control PC: high-performance, small in size.(Motion Control/Power Transmission)
- Rectifier: high-voltage, high-current.(Electronics)
- LCD Solution Kits: connects display to output source.(Electronics)
- Ball valves: fully integrated.(Fluid Power)
- Compressed air poppet valves: high CV flow rates.(Fluid Power)
- Micro bumpers: available in five models.(Fastening/Joining/Assembly)
- Mold Design: complex-mold creation capabilities.(Software/Hardware)
- 3-D printer: shipment date moved up.(Software/Hardware)
- Software analyzes power: target is high-performance IC packages, PCBs and systems.(Simulator)(Printed Circuit Boards )(Integrated Circuit )(Brief Article)
- Hybrid propulsion system.(Motion Control + Power Transmission)(Brief Article)
- Cinematography redefined.(Electronics)(Brief Article)
- Debate over cost.(Fact)(Brief Article)
- Linear actuators: environmentally sealed.(Motion Control/Power Transmission)
- Integrated drive for motor: for simplified motor control.(Motion Control/Power Transmission)
- Cell phone transceiver: small package.(Electronics)
- Semiconductor IP platform: extends battery life.(Electronics)
- Stainless steel ball valves: air pressure tested.(Fluid Power)
- Routing clips: multiple styles and sizes.(Fastening/Joining/Assembly)
- Updated ABAQUS software: integrated with CATIA V5 PLM.(Software/Hardware)(Brief Article)
- Simple goals.(Software + Hardware)
- Splashy elastomers.(Materials)(Brief Article)
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