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Spy Shots: Lamborghini “Jota” Murciélago replacement caught in snow

Lamborghini is working around the clock on a Murciélago replacement and it appears that the “Jota” is it. Caught testing in the wintery climes of Scandinavia, the next great raging bull is on the way, packing a 700-hp V12 and an all-new Haldex all-wheel drive system.

Video: Lingenfelter Chevrolet Corvette ZR1 posts 9-second quarter-mile run

Lingenfelter Performance Engineering has taken Chevy’s fastest Corvette to the next level, with a host of engine and suspension mods that allow it to crack the 10-second mark in the 1320.

Toyota launching G Sports Series cars at Tokyo Auto Salon [w/video]

Toyota came out swinging at the Tokyo Auto Salon, with a range of tweaked and tuned models from its new G Sport Series accessories line. And while a tuned Prius is a particular shade of absurd, a modified FT-86 speaks to the potential of Toyota’s new FR sports car.

Also of interest:

• Mini announces engine enhancements ahead of 2011 redesign
• Next-gen Chrysler 300 previewed in auto show video?
• GM’s Mark Reuss ponders return of VE Commodore to U.S.
• Scion to get stronger Stateside focus, two new models
• Mercedes-Benz SL Night Edition and SLK Grand Edition launched for European market

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Like its kissing cousin from another mother, the Chevrolet HHR is not long for this world. And development of its replacement is underway in the form of the 2011 Chevrolet Orlando.

Originally unveiled at the Paris Motor Show in 2008 and later spied in production guise this past August, the Orlando is likely to debut sometime in 2010 and go on sale later this year. Seven seats are supposedly part of the package and there’s also talk of a range-extending Voltec drivetrain pulled from the Chevrolet Volt.

It would appear that some of the Orlando’s edgy and angular styling seems to have been lost in the translation from concept to production, particularly in front where the taut headlamps and chiseled fascia makes way for a decidedly more Malibu-like appearance. Thankfully, the blistered fenders front and rear appear to be part of the package, and hopeful Chevy can retain some of the concept’s blocky rump when the Orlando hits U.S. and European shores later this year packing a few fuel-efficient fours.

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Talent show stars-turned-singing sensations Adam Lambert and Susan Boyle will join The Queen of Talk on the Oprah stage this Tuesday.

Susan will share her Cinderella story of going from total obscurity to Billboard stardom while Adam Lambert allows Oprah’s cameras an exclusive glimpse inside his new life as a glam rock star.

Speaking of Adam Lambert, the former American Idol finalist is sad to see Idol judge Simon Cowell leave the competition, but he’s certain the ratings juggarnaut will keep rolling. Adam believes that the show’s success is all about the contestants and viewers.

“Ultimately, after the first couple weeks of auditions, the audience tunes in every week for the contestants,” Lambert reveals to Oprah. “[Audiences] grow fond of one or a couple of the people and they get behind them, and they’re invested in them. And of course, it’s great to hear… what Simon’s going to say. But we tune in to hear the contestants blossom or not.”

The show will go on, but Adami fears future hopefuls will miss out on the chance to grow vocally from Simon’s signature biting critiques.

“The contestants will miss out on, like, really honest criticism. Sometimes it can be a little personal, and I know other contestants took it to heart sometimes and got really stressed out about what he would say…[But] I think that that’s important to making you a better performer… You’ve got to hear the good and the bad.”

Spectra-Physics lasers, a Division of Newport Corporation has released the Credo™-YHP high repetition rate dye laser systems built upon the designs of the popular Cobra Pulsed Dye Laser series. German engineered by our partner firm Sirah GmbH for precision, stability and reliability, the Credo-YHP dye laser system has an optimized cavity with a built-in pump laser and optional doubler resulting in a sophisticated and compact system—ideal for laser induced fluorescence and combustion studies.

The Credo-YHP offers:
Built-in DPSS Spectra-Physics’ Navigator 532-40 integrated into the laser box, resulting in assured alignment, smaller footprint and portability.
• Top mount adjusters for easy alignment. The top cover simply flips up and the adjusters can be accessed from both sides of the laser.
• Optimized oscillator design to minimize pump thresholds, including cuvettes with Brewster angle windows, and a high efficiency grating-arm design.
• Re-designed high flow rate cuvettes for efficiently replenishing spent dye in the gain region. Special care was taken to remove any impediment to flow so as to provide the smoothest, fastest transfer of dye.
• Removable cuvettes for rapid dye changes. No need to flush out and clean the dye circulator system. The entire dye circulator system can be removed in seconds without tools and changed out for another autonomous system already filled with the dye for the next wavelength region of interest.
• With the optional doubler, the Credo-YHP dye laser offers coverage at popular wavelengths such as 216 nm, 228 nm and 247 nm.

Just as in the Pulsed Dye Laser series, reliability is inherent in the Credo-YHP system design. All Credo-YHP components are mounted on a solid block of low thermal expansion stainless steel, mechanically and thermally isolated from the outer laser housing. By removing virtually all mechanical and thermal stress and by using opto-mechanics optimized for easy and reproducible operation, the Credo-YHP laser achieves a wavelength resettability for the oscillators of <5 pm, a limit set primarily by the laser's spectral resolution.

Version for the welding of Ø 1 to 12 mm studs (without refractory ring), duty cycle (arcing time factor) : 8%
Needs a specifc welding gun for the SIG process fitting on all JUPITER generators for Ø 1 to 12 mm studs.

Universal, the most recent stud welding process, is ahead of the field in many ways, including :
– Excellent stud/part liaison quality.
– Extra safety and reliability. Productivity 2 to 3 times higher than conventionnal processes.
– Symmetric studs to simplify automatic feed.
– Compatibility with ARC and ATC processes.
– Uses standard, easily-available gases.

MEDER electronic, Inc. today announced the release of their new miniature SIL HV Series High Voltage/High Current Reed Relays in an epoxy sealed, single-in-line package measuring only 24mm x 6.4mm x 8.9mm. An optional offset pin-out measuring 29mm x 6.4mm x 8.9mm is also available. Standard coil selections include 5 or 12 volts with or without diode suppression.

This series can switch up to 1000 volts and carry up to 5 amps for up to 50 milli-seconds at a consistent repetition rate or 10 amps at pulsed current for up to 10 micro-seconds. The relays can dielectrically hold off up to 4000 volts across the contacts as well as between contacts and coil.

The SIL HV Series is especially suitable for use in automatic test systems, testing high power MOS-FETs. These rugged semi conductors have very high initial peak current capability and require a reed relay that can carry high current pulses for hundreds of millions of operations. These relays come standard with an internal magnetic shield making them an ideal choice for close stacking matrices.

Due to their small size, high current and high voltage capability, the SIL HV Relays are also an appropriate match for several medical device applications such as portable defibrillators. These reed relays are RoHS compliant and UL approved.

Samples are readily available for your evaluation and prototyping needs by request to MEDER per the contact information below.

About MEDER electronic Inc.: MEDER electronic is a private company offering a complete line of Magnetic Reed Switches, Reed Sensors and Magnets, Reed Relays and Opto-couplers worldwide. MEDER leads the way in designing and manufacturing customer specific switching and sensing solutions for products driven by all major market segments including, but not limited to, Test & Measurement, Medical, Security, Household, Automotive, Industrial, Marine, Navigation, Farm/Lawn Equipment and Telecommunications.

The SG 2 series has been designed specifically for the modernisation of elevator doors and complies with the European EN 81-70 standard. The system consists of a multi beam transmitter, SGT and receiver, SGR with control circuitry, electronics and optical components all integrated into the detector profiles.

The SG 2 is available in heights of 2.00 or 2.10 m both of which create an active height of 1800 mm. There are 20 channels offering 94 cross scanning beams, whereby the blanking function will allow up to 10 top channels to be ignored when covered or masked during set up. This feature allows the active height to be reduced for applications which do not require the full 1800 mm detection height.

The housing profile is an A type, slim line design (10 x 28 mm) in natural anodised aluminium with 3 m flexible cable connection.

The SGR is supplied with a 12 – 36 V dc power supply with a 5 wire, solid state relay output and with wire selectable light or dark function.

The advanced automatic signal tracking (AST) feature ensures that no onsite set up or adjustments are required. The signal level of each individual channel is adjusted automatically compensating for misalignment and contamination during operation. Transmitter and receiver detectors are optically synchronised.

The system can be used both in static and dynamic applications.

E2 offer a series of equipment for mounting of the E2 units. The mountings are rigid and easily adjustable to orientate the units in different angles. The mounting column dimension is Ø60 mm.
We offer required lengths upon request.

Intended for drilling units BE 21, BE(F) 22,

BE(F)P 22, BE 33 and tapping unit LS 22.

This equipment is complementary to the options the different units give for mounting in other ways. These ways are described in the catalogue for the specific unit.

Following the introduction of RFID technology in the RFM900 series of refractometers in 2009, Bellingham + Stanley has now applied the same technology to its top-end polarimeter – the newly named ADP440+.

RFID is particularly useful where a number of different operators use the instrument in a controlled environment such as those working to GLP or FDA regulations, where a long PIN would normally be input via the keypad for clearance and recording purposes. RFID tags store personal access data and with the simple swipe of a tag across the instrument housing, the user is verified and given the applicable access rights.

Also in common with the RFM900 refractometers, the ADP440+ features a new blue-screen display and an updated menu structure that is more versatile than its predecessor and has the ability to recall up to 700 stored results in tabular form as well as offering easy navigation around the multi-lingual software.

The single and multi-turn absolute encoder range WDGA from Wachendorff Automation has a new addition. Immediately available as part of our product range: the new WDGA 58A
with a 58 mm synchro flange, with 6 mm shaft. The size 58 mm is considered an industry standard; additionally Wachendorff offers smaller designs, to adapt to the continuing miniaturisation in the field of engineering.
One outstanding mechanical characteristic of the new 58 absolute encoder is its capacity for high shaft loads with 125 N radial and 70 N axial, which the absolute encoder can handle effortlessly. It, therefore, can often be directly integrated into the application, without bearing block, as it were. In combination with the high protection rating IP67 the absolute encoder WDGA58A is designed for application in the toughest conditions.
The complete WDGA range from Wachendorff Automation is equipped with the patented EnDra® technology. This technology possesses outstanding characteristics: wear and maintenance-free, no gears; environmentally friendly, no batteries; energy efficient, very low power consumption. The advanced WDGA range is
equipped with a very high-performance 32 bit processor and additionally has a two colour LED for easy start-up and to display the operating mode.

Gullco’s KBM self propelled bevellers can operate at up to 10 feet (3 meters) per minute. These bevellers produce clean machined bevel angles of 22 1/2° through 55° with no thermal distortion on steel and aluminum. All KBM bevellers can be supplied with an exclusive adjustable height, self aligning, spring loaded caster wheel assembly maintaining a uniform bevel and consistent root face.

High speed, powerful VM series, medium size 6-axis robots.
A slim body for a wide range of applications!

High Speed
Fastest cycle time in their class (0.89 sec.)

High Power
One of the highest applicable maximum moments of inertia in their class.

Choice of configurations
Standard (IP40) or dust- and mistproof (IP54/65).

Compact design
Minimizes interference with surrounding equipment

Ceiling-mountable All models

IntelLiDrives, Inc. new rotary table model RR-18-14 from the ROTORING direct drive rotary Series provides superior angular positioning and is designed to eliminate backlash, friction and wear problems associated with worm, gear and belt drives.

This rotary table combines axial brushless RotoLinear motoring modules and planar air bearings integrated into compact, direct drive configuration and provides unlimited rotation with precise positioning and velocity controls.

ROTORING model RR-18-14 features center clear open aperture of 350 mm, total height 55 mm and delivers resolution of 1 arc-sec with torque of 32 Nm.

When processing 300 mm semiconductor wafers, every area of the wafer can be accessed from both sides.

In general automation applications large open center offers the opportunity to access parts from inside and outside of the table simultaneously. This feature allows robotic devices, pick and place and ancillary tooling to be mounted inside the table, saving floor space and reducing parts handling with increased productivity.

The new TOYODA TG4-32 grinding center is a high accuracy and high efficiency combination machine that has achieved the fastest wheelhead swing speed in the world.

– Automatic swiveling wheelhead offers integrated process.
– Two roles in one machine with combined functions.
– Min. compact machine in the class.
– Able to attach normal wheels and CBN wheels.

The Avure isostatic laminating press is today being used by scores of component manufacturers around the world for fast, high-quality lamination of hybrid chips, MLCCs, Bluetooth components, BMEs, filters, ferrites, varistors, multi-layer PZTs, and even fuel cells.

Isostatic pressure (equal on all sides of an object) produces uniform lamination with no distortion, part-to-part variation, camber, rounded edges, edge trimming, or in-cycle part rotation. The large work zone accommodates multiple packages and sizes in a single 3-10 minute cycle at 20 times the throughput rate of traditional heated platen presses. Operating pressures up to 30,000 psi handle the higher pressure requirements of water-based ceramic tapes and base metal electrode design packages.

Fourteen standard models are offered, ranging from small laboratory-scale units to high-capacity production presses.

Dayton, Ohio — Using patented multiple robot control technology, Motoman’s next-generation DX100 controller easily handles multiple tasks including control of up to eight robots (72 axes), as well as I/O devices and communication protocols. The energy-saving DX100 features faster processing speeds, advanced robot arm control for smoother interpolation, built-in collision avoidance, and quicker I/O response. These advanced control functions take advantage of Yaskawa’s Sigma V motor technology to optimize acceleration characteristics and reduce cycle time.

Featuring a robust PC architecture, the DX100 uses a Windows® CE programming pendant with color touch screen. Multiple window display capability and a unique cross-shaped navigation cursor reduce teaching time by 30 percent, and program files can now be up to 32 characters long. A convenient compact flash slot and USB port facilitate memory back-ups. All operator controls are located on the pendant, allowing the control cabinet to be mounted remotely. Connections to the controller cabinet are made through the back of the unit, optimizing floorspace. The space-saving control cabinet allows for up to three external axes and can be remote-mounted. Top- or side-mount expansion options are available. The DX100 conserves power during robot idle time, providing up to 25 percent energy savings.

Its extensive I/O suite includes integral PLC and HMI pendant displays, 2,048 I/O and a graphical ladder editor that can provide an efficient system level control. The DX100 supports all major fieldbus networks and offers easy connection to an information infrastructure through standard network options for EtherNet/IP, DeviceNet, Profibus-DP, and many others.

The DX100 controller is compliant to ANSI/RIA 15.06-1999, ISO 10218-1-2007 and other relevant safety standards. It includes dual-channel E-Stop functionality, integrated speed monitoring, and manual brake release for the robot. An optional third-party certified Functional Safety Unit provides user-defined zone control and axis limits, plus speed and stopped-state monitoring. By minimizing the robot’s restricted space, these features can be used to reduce the cell floorspace requirements.

By often eliminating the need for a separate PLC and human machine interface (HMI), the DX100 controller delivers significant cost savings at the system level, while also decreasing workcell complexity and
improving overall reliability.

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Renner GmbH offers a wide range of oil-free compressors in the lower and medium capacity range. The RSW range of screw compressors – introduced by Renner at the Hanover Industrial Fair 2009 – are water-injected and single-stage machines. This system is in fact 100% oil-free as the slide bearings of the compressor stages are not lubricated with oil or grease, but also with water. The closed water circuit, patented in detail, is subject to automatic and permanent quality measurement. The integrated water treatment guarantees that the circulating water has constant sliding and cooling properties. The proven RENNERtronic control is fitted as standard in the RSW models. They are available with power outputs of 18.5 to 45 kW (6,51m3/min – 230cfm) and allowable working pressures of 5 to 13 bar. In addition, the characteristic Renner design features are embodied here as well:
– reliable and proven belt drive,
– quiet operation thanks to effective sound insulation canopy,
– compact, with minimal space requirement,
– easy to maintain as all relevant parts are readily accessible.

Injector blasting cabinets for best results in manual blasting.

Tried and tested in 1000 installations, we deliberately paid attention to a stable and space-saving design of our injector cabinet.

The smooth-running, non-tilt roll-fronted door provides full access to the blasting room which is equipped with a stable work grate. A large viewing window with quick-change glass screen in the folding frame provides an excellent view of the workpieces to be processed.

Our special dust extraction with filter cartridges and anti-glare illumination of the blasting room guarantee a clear view, even during continuous blasting.
Servicing the system is quick and unproblematic.
Applications:
Roughening, burr removing, derusting, desilting, descaling, lapping, tarnishing , cleaning, hardening

Material:
Stable, robust welded construction, manufactured from 3 mm-thick steel plate

Standard delivery includes:
Basic configuration with roll-fronted door and safety switch
Stable floor grating with a carrying capacity of 200 kg
Double-offset through opening made of Linatex
Sight screen
Control box in accordance with VDE 0013
Filter cartridges with dust bagging
Pressure-reducing valve and manometer
Foot-actuated switch

Optional:
Turntable systems
Rotating baskets Push-through openings
Oil-water separator Sound-insulating hood

D-Pak style power units are ideal for many industrial applications. The space saving vertical style units are available with gear pumps and are designed for quiet and leak-free operation. Standard Parker filtration on each unit will help ensure a long service life.

Features
•Vertical Design
•Submerged Pump
•Spare return ports
•Precision Pump Mounting Adapters
•Suction Strainer
•Glycerine Filled Pressure Gage with Shut Off
•Oil Level Gage with Thermometer
•Relief Valve
•Breather and Fill Cap
•SAE drain plug
•Parker connector technology

Benefits
•Saves floor space
•Quieter operation, elimination of potential leak point
•Longer pump life
•Protects pump from contamination
•Improved diagnostics
•Helps to maintain trouble-free performance
•Protects against system shock
•Easy to fill reservoir
•Prevents leaks

NEWSLETTER N ° 29 – POLE EMC2
November 2009

– ZOOM on one of our members … … AXIOM FRIMO Group Company

Axiom, specialized in the design and implementation of robotic cutting, machining and deburring cells just delivered at the Lycée LAMARCK a cell of high-speed robotic machining.

This cell is equipped with a poly-articulated robot RX17045M, a 17kW spindle which can turn at 42 000 rpm, an ATEX vacuum system. This MACHINING CELL will be used for training but also to achieve Work Research & Development, particularly in the machining of composite materials. This new concept opens up new horizons in the machining of large parts.

Contact:
AXIOM Frimo Group – Rte de la Roche – France 85190 AIZENAY
[email protected]