Most people would agree that the proverb, "The squeaky wheel gets the grease," is not meant to be taken literally. To them, the expression conveys the idea that the most important problems are the ones most likely to get attention.

Farmers use a wide range of equipment. Each machine must be carefully designed and built to perform a specific task.

Laboratory work often involves a number of monotonous and repetitive elements that can be streamlined by means of automation.

Fifteen years ago, Deere & Co. engineers mostly used 3D printing to make prototypes of plastic parts.

Manufacturers are under pressure to reduce their overall energy consumption, improve sustainability and save money.

Automotive engineers have been intrigued with additive manufacturing for more than a decade.

The spark plug is an essential component of an internal combustion engine. A well-designed plug can maximize fuel economy, reduce emissions, increase engine performance and minimize maintenance.

One of the best things about fishing is that it’s so peaceful. Alone on the water, you can hear the eerie call of a loon, the distant splash of a breaching bass, or the honking of a passing flock of geese.

In January 2017, Toyota pledged to invest $13 billion in its U.S. operations over five years. On June 30, the company announced it will reach that goal a year early.

any assembly operations begin with the scanning of a 1D or 2D bar code. The code might tell an assembler what parts to install and how to install them.