Austin Weber

Intel Is Inside . . . Cars

May 3, 2011

ASSEMBLY recently asked Joel Hoffmann, strategic market development manager of Intel’s Automotive Solutions Div., to discuss current trends affecting the automotive electronics sector.

Fuel systems, engines, landing gear, ventilation systems and other aerospace devices that rely on numerous tanks, pumps, actuators, lines and fittings must be tested for tightness during both assembly and maintenance applications.

Alternative Energy Industry: Helios Line Lights Up Milwaukee

Austin Weber

April 27, 2011

Ironically, Wisconsin’s first solar panel manufacturer is located in the shadow of a coal-fired power plant. The Helios Solar Works facility is a shining example of how 21st century renewable energy technology may soon surpass 19th century processes.

On Campus: Wind Turbines Generate Research Activity at Iowa State

Austin Weber

April 27, 2011

Iowa State's Wind Energy Manufacturing Laboratory focuses on improving the manufacturability of large components used in wind turbines.

Happy 'Big 5-0' Robot!

Austin Weber

April 20, 2011

Fifty years ago, the first successful robot application took place at a General Motors plant in New Jersey.

A World Without Wire?

Austin Weber

April 18, 2011

In the near future, energy harvesting and inductive power transfer technology may replace electrical wires, power cords and batteries in a wide variety of applications.

Wireless Technology May Let Robots Go Free

Austin Weber

April 18, 2011

Traditionally, robots rely on lots of cabling and connectors. However, continuous the auto industry is developing wireless sensors that are quick, reliable, secure and able to resist interference from existing systems.

Additive Manufacturing May Lead to New Assembly Paradigm

Austin Weber

March 31, 2011

In the future, the “smartest" form of assembly may be no assembly at all. That’s the goal of additive layer manufacturing.

Smart Assembly Gets Cars on the Road Faster

Austin Weber

March 31, 2011

The Integrated Design and Engineering Environment system analyzes the functional requirements of a product and identifies appropriate materials at an early stage of the development process.