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Bringing STEM to Developing Countries Featured in this issue: [Laser Marking Resources for Manufacturers](#g1) | [Penn State's Online Master's Degrees in Engineering](#g2) | ["Basic Electronic Principles" eBook](#g3) | [The Next Generation of Leak Testing](#g4) | [Finding Valve Position Using a Distributed Control System](#g5) | [Control Valves Information](#g6) | [Find Your Favorite Optical Sensor](#p1) | [Portable AC Units — No Drain Pipe](#b1) [Add to Safe Senders List]( | If you can't view this email, please [click here]( 29 August 2017 [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 [] [Laser Marking Resources for Manufacturers]( [Laser Marking Resources 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]( [] [Penn State's Online Master's Degrees in Engineering]( [Penn State's Online Master's Degrees in Engineering]( Pennsylvania State University Prepare yourself to develop the next generation of engineering products, systems, services, and software for industry and government. Our online master's degrees in engineering include systems engineering, software engineering, and engineering management. GREs are not required; 7-week courses; complete within 2 years. If you want a career with growth potential that can provide you with opportunities across numerous industries and occupations, then enroll in one of Penn State's [online engineering degree programs](. [Learn more]( [] ['Basic Electronic Principles' eBook]( ["Basic Electronic Principles" eBook]( Triad Magnetics [Triad]( has created a "[Basic Electronics Principles" eBook]( as a convenient reference covering fundamental laws of electricity: application of Ohm's Law on DC and AC circuits, inductance and impedance, and various applications of transformers. We hope you find the "Basic Electronic Principles" eBook a helpful overview. We recommend printing it and keeping this guide somewhere conveniently accessible for future reference. [View now]( [] [The next generation of leak testing]( [The Next Generation of Leak Testing]( ZELTWANGER Leak Testing & Automation LP The modular [ZEDstation]( combines our [leak testers]( with customized adaptations/fixtures. A wide variety of test items can thus be tested thanks to a simple, flexible design. In addition to [leak testing]( the operator can perform function testing and part marking in a single step. ZEDstation is equipped with a slide assembly for inserting test items easily and ergonomically. The standardized yet flexible design makes ZEDstation a cost-effective, versatile choice. [Learn more]( [] [Finding Valve Position Using a Distributed Control System (DCS)]( [Finding Valve Position Using a Distributed Control System]( IEEE GlobalSpec, Inc. In this presentation, Rotork explains how the [SPI Smart Position Indicator]( is designed to keep plant control systems reliably informed of multi-turn manual valve positions. Attendees will learn about the SPI's key features, certification for hazardous and non-hazardous areas, benefits compared to existing technology, and more. [View now]( [] [{sec1_aditem6_img1_alt}]( [Control Valves Information]( IEEE GlobalSpec, Inc. Control valves are power-operated devices used to automatically modify fluid flow or rate in a process system. The terms 'control value' and 'throttling valve' are often used interchangeably but there is a distinction between the two. [This specification guide]( details those differences and more. [Learn more]( [] [Find Your Favorite Optical Sensor]( [Find Your Favorite Optical Sensor]( 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 [Bringing STEM to Developing Countries]( [Bringing STEM to Developing Countries]( During the summer, [college students travel to high schools in Peru and Latin America]( to teach courses on cutting-edge technologies such as 3D printing and design, electronics, programming, drones, and biotechnology. The program is already inspiring career path choices; 26% of students served changed to a STEM-related field after participation. For more on this subject, subscribe to the Engineering360 e-Newsletter [Engineering Management](. [View now]( [How the Hyperloop Works]( [How the Hyperloop Works]( The combination of the linear motor, magnetic levitation, and low-pressure tube reduces drag so that only a small amount of electricity is needed to [propel the pod]( at speeds as high as 670 mph. [More videos](... [Learn more]( [] [Portable AC Units — No Drain Pipe]( [Portable AC Units — No Drain Pipe]( Tripp Lite Cool rack hots spots; provide supplemental, emergency, and off-hour cooling in server rooms, network closets, and data centers with [Tripp Lite's Portable AC Units](. • Built-in evaporator expels condensate — no drain pipe required • Remotely monitor and control AC unit settings with the optional Web management accessory [Learn more]( PRODUCT WATCH [Hydrostatic and Hydrodynamic Bearings]( IEEE GlobalSpec, Inc. Hydrostatic bearings and hydrodynamic bearings are fluid film bearings that rely on a film of oil or air to create a clearance between the moving and stationary elements. [More info](... [] [{sec9_aditem1_img1_alt}]( [Learn more]( [Waterproofing Membranes]( IEEE GlobalSpec, Inc. Waterproofing's main purpose is to resist hydrostatic pressure by moisture in the liquid state. Membranes consist of waterproof plastic, rubber, or coated-fabric materials. [More info](... [] [{sec9_aditem2_img1_alt}]( [View now]( TECHNOLOGY TRENDS [Soft Robots That Can Self-heal]( [Soft Robots That Can Self-heal]( The robots are made of rubbery polymers with built-in healing capacity and when damaged, the [materials first recover their original shape and then heal completely](. Under controlled conditions, these pneumatic components were damaged to test if the principle works in practice. More from [Robotic Systems](... [View now]( [Meet the VW Microbus of the Future]( [Meet the VW Microbus of the Future]( The I.D. BUZZ, based on the new Modular Electric Drive Kit (MEB), will [arrive at dealerships in 2022]( after the compact four-door vehicle makes its debut. With the new microbus, Volkswagen is mainly targeting markets in North America, Europe, and China. More from [Automotive Technology](... [Learn more]( CHALLENGE OF THE MONTH [] [{sec12_aditem1_img1_alt}]( [This Month's Challenge Sponsored by Adhesives.org]( Need help finding the right adhesive or sealant bonding and filling solution for your next application? The perfect [Web-based tool]( is available to guide you step-by-step. [View now]( [Mystery of the Part-time Stud Finder]( Steve recently moved into a new apartment and wants to use his father's stud finder to help put up a TV mount. It's a nice summer day, so he doesn't mind driving to his parents' house. After retrieving it, Steve went back to his apartment and turned it on but the screen remained blank. He changed the batteries and it still didn't work. He ended up guessing where the studs were. When he finished working, he tried the stud finder again and this time it turned on. Why didn't it work the first time? [Answer/Discuss]( TECH ARTICLE [] [Keep Your Pumps Running Smoothly to Optimize Process Efficiency]( "Industrial pumps consume up to 20% of the world’s energy production and can be responsible for 25 to 50% of a process plant’s energy bill, according to Europump, the Hydraulic Institute and other sources. Nothing moves without them in a process plant, and they are expensive to purchase, maintain and even more to repair or replace." [Read this article in its entirety](. This article is provided by [Fluid Components Intl. (FCI)](. [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 35A | Vol 17 [Electronics360]( | [Datasheets360]( | [CR4]( [Twitter]( [Facebook]( © 2017 IEEE GlobalSpec. All rights reserved, 201 Fuller Road, Suite 202 Albany, NY, 12203 - 800.261.2052. 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