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[Share with a friend]( [SPECS & TECHS - Your Industrial Market Resource for Product, News, Technology & Applications] [SPECS & TECHS - Your Industrial Market Resource for Product, News, Technology & Applications] TODAY'S HIGHLIGHTS [] [ECX-1247B tight-stability, low-aging SMD quartz crystals]( [ECX-1247B tight-stability, low-aging SMD quartz crystals](
Digi-Key Electronics
ECS Inc. International’s [ECX-1247B]( miniature, tight-stability SMD crystals, available from [Digi-Key](, have a compact ceramic package size of 1.6 x 1.2 x 0.3 mm and offer ±10 ppm stability, low ESR and low first-year aging of ±1 ppm max. The RoHS 3 and REACH-compliant quartz crystals are ideal for a variety of applications from wireless mobile services to IoT and wearables. [View now]( [] [Metal 3D printing vs machining]( [Metal 3D printing vs machining](
Desktop Metal, Inc.
The ability to produce complex metal parts easily and affordably without any tooling makes metal 3D printing very attractive. [Watch this webinar]( to learn specifically about how metal 3D printing compares to traditional CNC machining; comparing material properties, part economics and throughput will all be discussed. [Watch now](> [Learn more]( [] [On-demand webinar: Measuring crystallization by thermal analysis.]( [On-demand webinar: Measuring crystallization by thermal analysis](
GlobalSpec
The properties of semi-crystalline polymers are significantly influenced by the crystalline structure, which depends on the chemical structure, additives and process conditions. Watch this [on-demand webinar]( to learn about the theory of crystallization and see crystallization examples investigated by differential scanning calorimetry (DSC) and Flash DSC. [View now]( R&D REPORT [Watch robots dismantle EV batteries.]( [Watch robots dismantle EV batteries]( The pending increase in electric vehicle (EV) use worldwide will be accompanied by a growing volume of spent [lithium-ion batteries requiring disassembly]( for resource recovery and recycling. Explore more content from our e-newsletter [Robotic Systems](… [View now]( [Single step process converts ethanol to jet fuel.]( [Single step process converts ethanol to jet fuel]( A catalyst simplifies the process of [converting ethanol into n-butene for fuel production](. A microchannel reactor design further reduces costs while delivering a scalable modular processing system. [More videos](… [Learn more]( [] [Crystal and oscillator PCB design considerations]( [Crystal and oscillator PCB design considerations](
ECS Inc. International
PCB design can be difficult. Here are some design considerations to make sure you get the best performance out of your components. If we follow industry standard rules, electromagnetic interference problems can be minimized without the need for complicated formulas and expensive simulation tools. [Check it out here](! [View now]( [] [Driving compliance with functional safety standards.]( [Driving compliance with functional safety standards](
GlobalSpec
Companies face challenges when addressing the intersection of [functional safety]( and efficient, collaborative product development. A Fortune 100 semiconductor company is meeting these challenges for its automotive-related technology with an integrated and compliance-ready solution that streamlines the development of products that adhere to relevant functional safety standards. [Learn more]( [] [Reduce inspection errors and costs with hybrid AI.]( [Reduce inspection errors and costs with hybrid AI](
GlobalSpec
For manufacturers navigating through the [complexities of AI](, one key challenge emerges: How do I deploy AI, especially when balancing immediate and long-term costs? This white paper introduces “Hybrid AI” — a novel approach that merges computer vision with advanced AI to improve inspection without replacing infrastructure or processes. [View now]( []
[Supply chain issues solved — shim stock shipped in 24 hours!]( [Supply chain issues solved — shim stock shipped in 24 hours!](
Artus Corporation
Supply chain failures slowing down production? The Artus Corporation has your solution. Order our precision plastic shim stock [online](, and it will ship within 24 hours! Trusted and relied on by companies across many industries, the [Artus Corporation]( has been providing reliable, quality, precision parts since 1941. [Learn more]( []
[Instantaneous and reliable hot water on-demand]( [Instantaneous and reliable hot water on-demand](
Pick Heaters Inc.
[Pick Direct Steam Injection Systems]( can be used wherever medium to high-pressure steam is available and an unlimited supply of industrial hot water is needed, or to heat liquids or slurries in-line. Pick’s precise temperature control and unmatched wide range of operation provide instant hot water and energy efficiency. [View now]( TECHNOLOGY TRENDS [New screen displays color even in direct sunlight.]( [New screen displays color even in direct sunlight]( Traditional digital screens are backlit to illuminate text and images. This works great for indoor use, but the screen can appear almost entirely unreadable outside and in direct sunlight. [Reflective screens]( offer an alternative. Explore more content from our e-newsletter [Display Technologies](… [View now]( [Fundamentals of superconducting magnetic energy storage systems.]( [Fundamentals of superconducting magnetic energy storage systems]( The [technology is based]( on a cable constructed using a superconducting material cooled at a cryogenic temperature less than its critical temperature. Therefore, SMES systems can store energy for longer as the wire offers negligible resistance to the current flowing through it. Explore more content from our e-newsletter [Power Generation & Distribution](… [Learn more]( CHALLENGE OF THE MONTH [Broken billiard balls]( You are the proud owner of eight billiard balls. You believe one of them is defective, and weighs more than the others. You are also the proud owner of a balance. It tells you what pan is heavier, but not the measured weight. What is the smallest number of weighings required to find the defective ball? How do you do it? [Answer/Discuss]( TECH ARTICLE []
[Bridge cranes or gantry cranes or monorails: Which is best for you?]( "When it comes to moving extremely heavy or bulky items around your industrial facility, the best equipment to do the job will usually be an overhead crane. Because these machines avoid obstructions by lifting items above the floors on your site, they provide an unparalleled degree of safety and flexibility." [Read this article in its entirety](. This article is provided by [Gorbel Inc](. [Learn more]( Issue 35 | Vol 21 [Electronics360](
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