With 3D inkjet printing systems, engineers can fabricate hybrid structures that have soft and rigid components, such as robotic grippers that are strong enough to grasp heavy objects but soft enough to interact safely with humans. These multi-material 3D-printing systems utilise thousands of nozzles to deposit tiny droplets of resin, which are smoothed with a scraper or roller … [Read more...] about New 3D printer can watch itself fabricate objects
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Manchester engineers design and fly the world’s largest quadcopter drone
Engineers at the University of Manchester have designed, built and flown the world’s largest quadcopter drone. The drone, made from a cardboard-like material called foamboard, measures 6.4 metres corner to corner and weighs 24.5 kilograms – 500 grams less than the weight limit set by the Civil Aviation Authority. The innovative design of the drone, dubbed the Giant … [Read more...] about Manchester engineers design and fly the world’s largest quadcopter drone
New machine-learning technique promises to accelerate discovery of new structural materials
A team of engineers at the University of Toronto has developed a machine-learning technique that promises to accelerate the discovery of new structural materials. One of the primary challenges in the design of advanced structural materials, such as bone-like medical implants and stronger parts for more fuel-efficient aircraft, is the length of time it that takes for research … [Read more...] about New machine-learning technique promises to accelerate discovery of new structural materials
Researchers develop new AI-based design method for metamaterials
A team of engineers at the University of California, Berkeley, has developed an innovative design method that leverages artificial intelligence and additive manufacturing to ensure that optimum functionality and target behaviours are built into metamaterials. Metamaterials are used in objects such as shoe midsoles and car bumpers, engineered to carry load or resist impact. … [Read more...] about Researchers develop new AI-based design method for metamaterials
Company becomes ‘world’s first’ carbon-neutral steel locker manufacturer
Deeside-based start-up Locit, a manufacturer of steel lockers, has scooped a UK first – and what it believes could be a world first – for its sector by achieving carbon neutrality. The company has received PAS 2060 certification, the internationally recognised specification for carbon neutrality published by the British Standards Institution (BSI), by deploying a holistic … [Read more...] about Company becomes ‘world’s first’ carbon-neutral steel locker manufacturer
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