This technical article explains how to solder wires effectively, covering tools, techniques, tinning, flux selection, solder joints, and modern automation trends for achieving reliable, high-performance electrical connections in engineering applications.
Using a fleet of printers including an UltiMaker S3 and a MakerBot Method X, the team at Ocean Alliance was able to design, prototype, and build a sophisticated drone-based tagging system from the ground up.
When it comes to mass-producing printed circuit boards, panelization plays a critical role in manufacturing efficiency, cost control, and product quality.
What is 3D printing? This article goes over the basics of 3D printing, otherwise known as additive manufacturing, covering its engineering principles and applications.
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In this episode, we explore how researchers have developed an AI system that can watch a 3D print as it's being made, detect mistakes, and automatically correct them before the print fails
Unlock increased productivity with the BigRep ONE.5X, a cutting-edge large-scale FDM 3D printing.
A live panel on how China, Europe, and the US are building, certifying, and reconciling additive manufacturing standards, and where those approaches still don't line up.
What is Swiss machining? This guide explains how Swiss-type lathes work, how they differ from conventional lathes, and when to use them.
What is a CNC router? This guide explains how a CNC router works, what it is built from, the materials it cuts, and where it fits among CNC machines.
A crystal oscillator circuit uses a quartz crystal and an amplifier to generate a highly stable frequency reference. This guide explains Pierce oscillator design, load capacitance, negative resistance, drive level, startup behavior, and frequency stability in microcontrollers and RF systems.
Learn how the AND truth table works, understand how AND gates are shown in circuit diagrams, and where they are used in real systems.
This technical article explains how to solder wires effectively, covering tools, techniques, tinning, flux selection, solder joints, and modern automation trends for achieving reliable, high-performance electrical connections in engineering applications.
Using a fleet of printers including an UltiMaker S3 and a MakerBot Method X, the team at Ocean Alliance was able to design, prototype, and build a sophisticated drone-based tagging system from the ground up.
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When it comes to mass-producing printed circuit boards, panelization plays a critical role in manufacturing efficiency, cost control, and product quality.
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This article explains what is a low pass filter, and how to design and implement analog and digital low pass filters. It covers theory, circuit topologies, digital design techniques, trade-offs in filter responses, application examples, and hands-on design tips for engineers and students.
Every electronic device has unique requirements, from intricate housings to durable connectors. Custom injection molding solutions make it possible to design components that align perfectly with product specifications.
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In this article, I'll share key tips to help you create stronger, more efficient designs for FDM 3D printing.
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As e-commerce accelerates, engineers are rethinking AS/RS design from the ground up. Discover how innovations in motion control, modularity, and energy efficiency are enabling warehouses to move faster, store smarter, and scale sustainably.
A comprehensive technical guide on vapor smoothing, covering process, materials, equipment, safety, and benefits for digital design and hardware engineers.
Discover how to print with high-performance filaments like PEEK, PEKK, and ULTEM. Learn about their properties, hardware needs, challenges, and best practices for industrial-grade 3D printing.
Smart eyewear promises to transform how we see and interact with the world. Among its many potential advantages, the technology offers hands-free access to information, vision enhancement, and accessibility tools.
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In this episode, we cover ETH Zurich's biodegradable heart patch that combines 3D printing, living heart cells, and smart materials to seal and heal damaged heart tissue - paving the way for true cardiac regeneration after heart attacks.
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A 4 layer PCB (Printed Circuit Board) is one of the most commonly used multilayer PCBs in modern electronics. Unlike a simple 2-layer board, a four layer PCB contains four copper layers separated by insulating dielectric materials.
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Diabetes leads to nerve damage in half of all people affected, starting in the feet. The smart sock from ETH spin-off MYNERVA helps sufferers feel the ground again when walking and alleviates their chronic pain.
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The INSPIRE 2 and MetroY series devices are built to accelerate workflows across engineering, design, and cultural preservation.
Machine learning, wearable sensors could help reduce injury, improve form
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