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Weighing equipment measures weight or mass and includes various types such as floor and bench scales, checkweighers, continuous weighing systems, transportation scales, precision balances, and other specialized solutions. A floor or bench scale features a weighing platform, a load cell (weight sensor), and an indicator. Checkweighers—either automat...

Lethal miniature aerial munition systems, or LMAMS, are man-portable launchers, guidance systems, and small uncrewed aircraft systems (UAS). Other names include precision attack loitering munition (PALM) and kamikaze drones. They fly like a model plane or helicopter, are battery-powered, and armies can bring them into action and fire them in second...

This issue of High-Tech Materials Technology Opportunity Engine (TOE) profiles significant advances in high-tech materials for various industrial applications. The featured innovations include Recyclable Liquid Thermoplastic Resins for Advanced Composite Manufacturing, Thermoplastic Polyurethane for Sustainable High-performance Applications, Liquid...

During the last decade, adoption of robot-assisted surgery has increased significantly as opportunities have multiplied for performing minimally invasive procedures. Overall, surgical robotic platforms facilitate more precise surgeries and improve the repeatability of procedural movements. These benefits support faster recovery and better outcomes ...

This study discusses the critical role of sensors in wearable electronics. Ten different types of sensors have been discussed. This number is expected to increase to accommodate more sensing functionalities in wearable devices. However, the scope of this research is much wider as a number of significant trends are discussed, related not only to sen...

Renewable energy integration has been a key phenomenon within the energy industry to reduce dependency on fossil fuels while ensuring environmental sustainability. Solar energy has been among the primary technologies addressing the concerns associated with climate change and depleting conventional fuel reserves. Solar companies today are continuous...

Customers across industries are demanding multifunctional coating technologies that provide enhanced and extended protection of substrates in various end-use applications. In particular, nanocoatings will see increased adoption from industries such as automotive, oil and gas, and consumer electronics that seek innovative protective properties. Both...

Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) is an advanced non-invasive imaging technology that creates clear images of organs and structures inside the body. However, the claustrophobic narrow bore size design that causes patient anxiety during the scan and the stationary nature of the large machine hinder the optimal use of this technology, and low-quality ...

Micro- and nano-bot technology is experiencing tremendous technological growth in the recent years. There has been an increase in R&D activities to optimize and increase the range of applications and support the growing needs of various industries. Since micro and nano-bot technology poses immense advantages, many industries are designing and devel...