Power grid: modelling and simulation key to security, reliability and efficiency
A new US report concludes that detailed simulations of how electric power…
Exploring pulse arc welding
Pulse arc welding widens the available work area, thanks to an increased…
Compressed air: saving a packet at corrugated packaging plant
A packaging processor has reduced energy costs by over 27 per cent…
Actuation design evolves for potentially explosive areas
Michael Herbstritt looks at the evolving design of actuators and describes how…
Gas meters provide smart two-way communication of accurate data
Smart metering systems, which combine smart gas, electricity meters and visual display…
Phase separation: meeting the technical challenges
Dr John Turner looks at how separation technology can ensure operational efficiency…
Energy-efficient motors: new standard supports market
International standard IEC 60034-30:2008 defines new energy efficiency classes for electric motors.…
Bearing design reduces performance variability
Tight-tolerance tilt pad journal bearings provide increased stability in high speed turbomachinery…
Efficient gearboxes ensure reduced energy consumption at sewage works
Recent energy price rises and a growing awareness of its carbon footprint…
Energy harvesting platform with wireless microcontroller
Harvests thermal, solar, radio frequency and vibrational energy to power wireless sensor…
