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Why are So Many Parts Becoming Obsolete? Featured in this issue: [Introducing ElectroCraft's CompletePower Universal Drive](#g1) | [Need Smoother Steering? Improved Yoke Design Can Help](#g2) | [Hybrid vs Traditional Adhesives — How Do They Stack Up?](#g3) | [Find Your Favorite Optical Sensor On Our New Website!](#p1) | [3D Printing's Impact on the Value Chain](#s1) | [Comparing Test Methods for Sodium Determination](#s2) | [A Revolutionary New Super Stainless Chain](#s3) [Add to Safe Senders List]( | If you can't view this email, please [click here]( 31 July 2018 [Share with a friend]( [IEEE SPECS & TECHS - Your Industrial Market Resource for Product, News, Technology & Applications] [IEEE SPECS & TECHS - Your Industrial Market Resource for Product, News, Technology & Applications] TODAY'S HIGHLIGHTS [] [Introducing ElectroCraft's CompletePower Universal Drive]( [Introducing ElectroCraft's CompletePower Universal Drive]( ElectroCraft Introducing [ElectroCraft's]( Universal Drive, the newest addition to the ElectroCraft CompletePower™ Plus family of [DC motor drives](. The Universal Drive takes performance and flexibility to the next level, utilizing state-of-the-art digital drive technology combined with an intuitive and highly-configurable user interface. Perfect for a wide-range of applications, capable of analog or step/direction control of BLDC, PMDC, and stepper motors. For advanced motion-control capability, ElectroCraft’s [PRO-Series]( offers similar capabilities, plus built-in motion-controller and integrated CANbus or EtherCAT networks. [View now]( [] [Need Smoother Steering? Improved Yoke Design Can Help]( [Need Smoother Steering? Improved Yoke Design Can Help]( IEEE GlobalSpec, Inc. Learn how optimizing a steering column’s yoke bearing leads to reduced wear rates and a smoother feel every time the driver gets behind the wheel. [Download this white paper now](. [Learn more]( [] [Hybrid vs Traditional Adhesives — How Do They Stack Up?]( [Hybrid vs Traditional Adhesives — How Do They Stack Up?]( IEEE GlobalSpec, Inc. [Download this paper]( to d[i]( several new hybrid adhesives and how they compare to traditional structural adhesive systems. Explore the process and performance capabilities this new technology provides to engineers. [View now]( [] [Find Your Favorite Optical Sensor On Our New Website!]( [Find Your Favorite Optical Sensor On Our New Website!]( Hamamatsu Corporation USA With over 1,600 devices to choose from, Hamamatsu has the largest collection of optical sensors in the photonics industry. Let us help you find the right detector for your needs. What’s new: photo ICs with diverse functions; micro-spectrometers; infrared detectors; silicon photomultipliers; image sensors for spectrophotometry or industrial applications; board-level cameras; MEMS; and spatial light modulators. Learn more at the [Optical Sensors Hub]( [Learn more]( R&D REPORT [Why are So Many Parts Becoming Obsolete?]( [Why are So Many Parts Becoming Obsolete?]( Non-active, end-of-life, and [obsolete components inhibit profitability]( due to diminishing part inventories, which results in a shorter life cycle or increased cost due to the re-engineering of device specifications. Commercial off-the-shelf parts, in particular, have become increasingly susceptible to shorter lifespans. For more on this subject, subscribe to the Engineering360 e-Newsletter [Electronic Product Design](. [View now]( [Peelable Thin-film Electronics, New Rechargeable Battery for Electric Cars, New Moons Orbiting Jupiter]( [Peelable Thin-film Electronics, New Rechargeable Battery for Electric Cars, New Moons Orbiting Jupiter]( In this edition of the [Engineering360 News Brief]( see peelable thin-film electronics, a new rechargeable battery for electric cars, and new moons orbiting Jupiter. [More videos](... [Learn more]( [] [3D Printing's Impact on the Value Chain]( [3D Printing's Impact on the Value Chain]( Stratasys Direct Manufacturing 3D printing holds real impact across the value chain. [Learn how]( businesses iterate faster, accelerate time-to-market, garner more sales, and condense the typical supply chain with 3D printing. [View now]( [] [Comparing Test Methods for Sodium Determination]( [Comparing Test Methods for Sodium Determination]( IEEE GlobalSpec, Inc. This [white paper compares study]( of the multiple standard addition (MSA) technique with respect to AAS, IC, and ICP-MS technologies for the content determination of sodium in various food samples. [Learn more]( [] [{sec7_aditem3_img1_alt}]( [A Revolutionary New Super Stainless Chain]( IEEE GlobalSpec, Inc. [Join this webinar]( to learn about U.S. Tsubaki and the new Super Stainless chain. This chain can provide the same corrosion resistance of 600 series chain with the same strength as carbon steel. [View now]( PRODUCT WATCH [Plastic Molding Services]( IEEE GlobalSpec, Inc. Plastic molding services with low-volume production runs typically have run times of less than one week, while high-volume production runs require more time. Learn more in our specification guide. [More info](... [] [{sec9_aditem1_img1_alt}]( [Learn more]( [Gas Valves]( IEEE GlobalSpec, Inc. Available in a variety of metals or plastics, gas valves are flow control devices used to handle and control the flow of gases, such as liquefied petroleum or natural gas. [More info](... [] [Gas Valves]( [View now]( TECHNOLOGY TRENDS [Watch the Bioengineering of Personalized Bone Grafts]( [Watch the Bioengineering of Personalized Bone Grafts]( Researchers have developed a technique to produce bioengineered bone grafts for large bone defects, which are currently [difficult to treat using conventional techniques](. The technology will enhance treatment for those suffering from bone disease or injury through regenerative medicine. More from [Medical Equipment Design Video Edition](... [View now]( [Rolls-Royce Developing Robotic Snakes and Bugs to Inspect Engines]( [Rolls-Royce Developing Robotic Snakes and Bugs to Inspect Engines]( The robots are one element of Rolls-Royce’s IntelligentEngine concept, which aims to closely connect product and service and incorporate cutting-edge innovations in robotics and digital technologies. The [pencil-sized INSPECT robots]( would be a network of periscopes permanently embedded into an engine to spot and report maintenance issues. More from [Automotive Technology](... [Learn more]( CHALLENGE OF THE MONTH [] [This Month's Challenge Sponsored by Dart Controls, Inc.]( [This Month's Challenge Sponsored by Dart Controls, Inc.]( The new [DP10 from Dart]( is a signal conditioner / generator all in one. Voltage and mA signal outputs, scalable display for plant, lab, and process applications. [View now]( [Suspicious Signals]( Scientists analyzing data from the Transiting Exoplanet Survey Satellite (TESS) are convinced they’ve discovered an Earth-like world orbiting another star. But upon further inspection by other observatories, it’s determined there are actually no planets orbiting the star. What might have gone wrong in the initial analysis? [Answer/Discuss]( TECH ARTICLE [] [Designing a Plastic Part]( "If you are considering a number of different materials for a manufactured part, plastic offers many advantages. It also offers a few legendary challenges, particularly when designing for strength and cosmetic appeal." [Read this article in its entirety](. This article is provided by [HTI Plastics](. 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