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Shape-shifting Material Can Morph to and from Original Shape Featured in this issue: [Dual-source Laser Capabilities for Manufacturers](#g1) | [A New Performance Class in Inductive Displacement Measurements](#g2) | [SWaP-C Benefits of Designing with Positive Gain Slope MMIC Amps](#g3) | [Housing Options for Spiral Bevel Gearboxes](#p1) | [New Adhesives; New OEM Design Possibilities](#s1) | [Enhanced Atmospheric Gas Sensing Through Reduced Electronic Noise](#s2) | [A Focus on Optical Kit Encoders and Modular Magnetic Encoders](#s3) | [Limit Manhole Access with McGard DuraShield®](#b1) | [Your One Stop Shop for Enclosures and Everything Inside](#b2) [Add to Safe Senders List]( | If you can't view this email, please [click here]( 4 September 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 [] [Dual-source Laser Capabilities for Manufacturers]( [Dual-source Laser Capabilities for Manufacturers]( Epilog Laser Corp. Ideal for manufacturers who need both CO2 and fiber laser marking capabilities, Epilog’s [Fusion M2 Series]( is the perfect solution. Systems in the M2 Series feature generous engraving tables, a variety of wattage configurations, and dual laser source options that allow operators to perform both CO2 and fiber laser applications in the same system! Camera recognition capabilities are also available. Contact us today for complimentary [laser samples and more information]( [View now]( [] [A New Performance Class in Inductive Displacement Measurements]( [A New Performance Class in Inductive Displacement Measurements]( Micro-Epsilon Group The [eddyNCDT 3060 inductive measurement system]( is based on eddy currents and enables fast, precise displacement measurements. The sensors are resistant to harsh industrial environments including dirt, oil, pressure, and fluctuating temperatures. Displacement sensors based on eddy currents stand out due to their high accuracy, bandwidth, and temperature stability. Based on ease of use and smart signal processing, this non-contact system defines a new performance class in inductive displacement measurement. [Learn more]( [] [SWaP-C Benefits of Designing with Positive Gain Slope MMIC Amps]( [SWaP-C Benefits of Designing with Positive Gain Slope MMIC Amps]( IEEE GlobalSpec, Inc. Modern wideband microwave systems often require a flat overall gain response. However, achieving this performance can be difficult since most wideband microwave components exhibit a negative gain slope as the frequency increases. [Download this white paper]( to learn more. [View now]( [] [Housing Options for Spiral Bevel Gearboxes]( [Housing Options for Spiral Bevel Gearboxes]( DieQua Corporation Housing options available include: nickel plating; QPQ; paint protection; standard cast iron; aluminum; and stainless steel. • [Watch the video]( • [Download the catalog]( Call us with your protection requirements at 630-980-1133. We are standing by, ready to discuss your needs and help select the best option for your unique application. [Learn more]( R&D REPORT [Shape-shifting Material Can Morph to and from Original Shape]( [Shape-shifting Material Can Morph to and from Original Shape]( A new material can change shape once and then shift back to the original shape. The shape-shifting material is [triggered by light and heat sources]( and opens new doors for manufacturing, robotics, artificial muscles, and biomedical devices. For more on this subject, subscribe to the Engineering360 e-Newsletter [Electronics360](. [View now]( [Watch a Self-healing Liquid Membrane]( [Watch a Self-healing Liquid Membrane]( Unlike conventional filters, the new membrane does not separate objects by size but instead [responds to an object's kinetic energy](. A larger object with a higher kinetic energy will pass through, while the smaller object with lower kinetic energy will be retained. [More videos](... [Learn more]( [] [New Adhesives; New OEM Design Possibilities]( [New Adhesives; New OEM Design Possibilities]( Henkel Corporation — Industrial Strong. Fast. Durable. [LOCTITE® HY 4090]( and [LOCTITE® HY 4080]( Universal Structural Bonders are innovative adhesives powered by Henkel’s patented Hybrid technology. They offer improved performance on a variety of substrates and the versatility to solve a wide range of design and assembly challenges. [Get a complimentary sample](. [View now]( [] [Enhanced Atmospheric Gas Sensing Through Reduced Electronic Noise]( [Enhanced Atmospheric Gas Sensing Through Reduced Electronic Noise]( IEEE GlobalSpec, Inc. Precision gas sensing is important to a number of critical applications. [Download this case study]( to learn how low-noise laser drivers can improve measurement sensitivity by two orders of magnitude or more. [Learn more]( [] [A Focus on Optical Kit Encoders and Modular Magnetic Encoders]( [A Focus on Optical Kit Encoders and Modular Magnetic Encoders]( IEEE GlobalSpec, Inc. How can machine designers and manufacturers take advantage of their features? What are their benefits? What are their typical applications? [This white paper]( compares optical kit encoders and modular magnetic encoders. [View now]( [] [Limit Manhole Access with McGard DuraShield®]( [Limit Manhole Access with McGard DuraShield®]( McGard Special Products Division The [DuraShield®]( from McGard is your strong and durable security solution to prevent unauthorized access! Constructed of stainless steel with multiple security points, the DuraShield® is lightweight and easy to handle and transport. It is installed in seconds, and removed without bending over. For info, call 888-888-9192 or visit [manholelocks.com](. [Learn more]( [] [Your One Stop Shop for Enclosure and Everything Inside]( [Your One Stop Shop for Enclosures and Everything Inside]( bisco industries [bisco industries]( has added over 2.5 million products to its online catalog! This expansion provides engineers and buyers with additional flexibility to find solutions for current and upcoming projects. Users can search and filter products by part number, product description, dimensions, and many other attributes. [Find your part here](. [View now]( PRODUCT WATCH [The Better Choice for E-Stop Buttons]( Euchner-U.S.A., Inc. While emergency stop push buttons are required by EN ISO 13850 to be a red mushroom-head button on a yellow background, Euchner goes above and beyond. [More info](... [] [The Better Choice for E-Stop Buttons]( [Learn more]( [Limit Switches]( IEEE GlobalSpec, Inc. Limit switches are used to solve a multitude of problems in packaging, manufacturing, motor control, safety, and consumer applications. Learn about the different types and typical uses in our guide. [More info](... [] [{sec9_aditem2_img1_alt}]( [View now]( TECHNOLOGY TRENDS [New Wind Measurement Satellite Promises to Improve Weather Forecast Accuracy]( [New Wind Measurement Satellite Promises to Improve Weather Forecast Accuracy]( Aeolus, named after the "keeper of winds" from Greek mythology, will measure the wind from space using a sophisticated Doppler lidar instrument, [supplying key data for meteorologists]( to improve forecasts of both short-term weather and long-term climate changes. More from [Aerospace Technology](... [View now]( [VTT Connects a 5G Network to a Robotic Car]( [VTT Connects a 5G Network to a Robotic Car]( VTT is testing a robotic car called Martti with a 5G network which will allow the vehicle to [detect objects with improved range and share its information]( with other vehicles. Connecting a 5G network to an autonomous car brings Martti one step closer to highly automated driving. More from [Automotive Technology](... [Learn more]( CHALLENGE OF THE MONTH [] [This Month's Challenge Sponsored by NewAge Industries, Inc. / AdvantaPure]( [This Month's Challenge Sponsored by NewAge Industries, Inc. / AdvantaPure]( NewAge Industries' [Vitube® tubing]( made of Viton™ synthetic rubber, provides a wide range of chemical resistance along with superior performance, especially at high temperatures. [View now]( [Rubik's Riddle]( A Rubik’s Cube has 43,252,003,274,489,856,000 possible configurations. Each configuration has a minimum number of turns to solve it, from 0 to 20. If a perfect Rubik’s Cube solver, averaging 6 seconds per solve, devoted their entire life to it, are they likely (>50%) to solve a randomly configured Rubik’s Cube in 10 moves or less? [Answer/Discuss]( TECH ARTICLE [] [Advantages of Using Gallium Nitride FETs in Satellite Applications]( "Silicon FETs have long since dominated the space and high reliability industry, but they are quickly approaching their theoretical limit of performance. To move forward, we need to look towards wide bandgap semiconductors. Gallium Nitride (GaN) FETs have several advantages, such as size, weight and efficiency, over traditional Silicon FETs." [Read this article in its entirety](. This article is provided by [Renesas Electronics Corporation](. [Learn more]( [Engineering360]( [Past issues]( [Upcoming Events]( [Send to a friend]( [Newsletter Subscriptions]( [Product Alerts]( [Feedback](mailto:newslettercomments@engineering360.com?subject=Re:%20Specs%20&%20Techs) [Media Kit]( Issue 36A | Vol 18 [Electronics360]( | [Datasheets360]( | [CR4]( [Twitter]( [Facebook]( © 2018 IEEE GlobalSpec. All rights reserved, 201 Fuller Road, Suite 202 Albany, NY, 12203 - 800.261.2052. All other products, company names, or other marks appearing in this e-newsletter are the trademarks and property of their respective owners. Please do not reply to this e-mail, as we are unable to respond from this address. 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