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Today, yet another Prius is being examined for faulty acceleration
and braking systems. This time, the car that crashed was in New York,
and a 2005 model.
Is this just coincidence — a statistically
unsurprising crash that gives no credence to the story of James Sikes?
Are both incidences hoaxes? Or are these Prius drivers telling the
truth?
As always, we welcome your
comments.
— Elisabeth Eitel
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Temperature can be measured using a diverse array of sensors, all of
which infer temperature by sensing some change in a physical
characteristic. Six types that engineers are likely to encounter include
thermocouples, resistive temperature devices (RTDs and thermistors),
infrared radiators, bimetallic devices, liquid expansion devices, and
change-of-state devices. Here we briefly define each type.
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Instead of being driven by air, a servo or stepper motor drives
electromechanical setups — usually through a rotary-to-linear device
such as a ballscrew. Among the other benefits covered in this short
video, Chris Prior from IAI America Inc. explains how positioning at
multiple points is easier with the electromechanical setup.
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Cable ties, mounts, and installation tools are resistant to oil,
grease, solvent, and petroleum and come in 4 to 32-in. lengths.
• Black nylon lashing ties, 9 to 40-in. lengths, also resist oil,
grease, solvent, and petroleum
• Easy-release for removing, repositioning, or reuse — releasable
ties come in 6 to 12-in. lengths
• Mounting head ties, in 4 to 12-in. lengths, feature a one-piece
mounting head and cable tie, eliminating separate mounting accessories
• UV-resistant ties from 7 to 14 in. Manufacturer: Automation
Direct
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To verify the amount of rotational torque applied by heavy power
tools, RTM 2208 and 2209 stationary (non-rotating) transducers
accurately confirm static and dynamic torque.
• Can be used while device under test rotates
• Carry 300,000 to 3,000,000 lbƒ-in., compact, cost-effective
alternative to rotating torque transducers
• High torsional stiffness, overload, and extraneous load capacity;
all models are calibrated CW and CCW. Manufacturer: S. Himmelstein
and Co.
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New MISUMI Single Axis Actuator
Catalog
 Featuring new
actuators, specifications and technical information.
The New Single Axis Robot RS Series Actuator features include:
- Load capacity is constant regardless of speed
- Clean Room option available with rating of Class 10
- All RS types are CE compliant
- 8 days to ship and manufactured
Expanded line of popular LX Series single axis actuators to include high
precision class actuators and actuators with motors. Misumi’s LX
Series models are available in over 1000 possible configurations.
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NB Corporation of America
NB's Linear Systems for high-precision equipment are low friction,
light, compact and quiet. Systems or components. See 295 page catalog
and 3-D CAD drawings.
www.nbcorporation.com
New High-Efficiency Motors from SEW-EURODRIVE
SEW is excited to announce the new efficient DR Motor series. This
modular system of AC motors is available in three efficiency levels:
standard, high-efficiency and NEMA Premium® efficiency. The modular
DR motor offers a single series with millions of drive combinations;
other customizable options include brake size, cost-optimized encoders,
and mounting type. All three models comply with worldwide efficiency and
energy standards. Visit www.sewmotortruth.com.
6-Axis Hexapod Robots & Piezo Motors
PI is the global leader in Piezoelectric Motors / Positioners and 6-Axis
Hexapod Alignment Robots. Get the Catalog!
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