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New products include adhesives for electronics assembly and a benchtop dispensing robot.

Pratt and Whitney has deployed a six-axis robot at its factory in Singapore to automate assembly of high-pressure compressor modules for jet engines.

These fasteners have been designed to assemble unconventional materials, such as ultra high-strength steel and bioplastics.

Backlash is critical for smooth operation and durability in a gear system.

Ho, ho, ho. 'Tis the season for festive engineering.

SEOUL—Hyundai Motor Group recently revealed the smart factory technologies that it is deploying in assembly plants.

CAPE CANAVERAL, FL—A new R&D project will study cold welding techniques for in-orbit spacecraft repairs.

REGENSBURG, Germany--BMW's state-of-the-art facility here was cited for its flexibility and digital production prowess.

On Oct. 1, longshoremen went on strike for the first time in nearly 50 years. The main sticking point was, of course, money. Also high on the list of issues is the use of automation in the ports and its impact on jobs.

All electric motors generate substantial heat during operation. Managing that heat is critical for the reliability, performance and longevity of the motor. Thermally conductive adhesives are one tool for doing just that.