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Auto Semiconductor Shortage Forecast to Continue Into 2023
The auto industry’s shortage of semiconductors will last into 2023 and possibly beyond, according to recent forecasts. Analysts for IHS Markit, AlixPartners and Wells Fargo spoke at a webinar sponsored by the Automotive Press Association. They forecast that the shortage may ease this year but it is not ending.
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How to Perform Accurate Dimensional Metrology with 3D X-ray Microscopes
Dimensional metrology using 3D X-ray data has become an important aspect of modern non-destructive quality control. Understand the ZEISS system, for performing highly accurate dimensional measurements using 3D X-ray microscopes with an accuracy that far exceeds the limits of conventional X-ray computed tomography. Learn how this technology will contribute to geometric dimensioning and tolerancing of mechanical parts and more in our webinar on Wednesday, March 9th.
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Durable goods orders advanced by 1.6 percent to $277.5 billion in January, which followed an adjusted 1.2 percent increase for December. January marked the eighth increase in the past nine months. Transportation equipment was the main reason why and commercial aircraft was the biggest gainer within transportation.
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3D Systems said it agreed to acquire two companies as the additive manufacturer expands its portfolio. The company said it has struck deals to take over a German additive manufacturer involved in healthcare and a Colorado designer and fabricator of 3D printers.
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Setting a New Standard for NC Programs
If your NC program doesn't adjust feed rates with changes in cutting conditions, you're leaving time savings and tool life on the table. VERICUT Force makes it easy to identify opportunities for improvement, analyzing every cut of your NC program. Reduce unnecessary loads on your machines and tools while saving time and increasing capacity with what you have in place.
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Additive manufacturer Stratasys Ltd. said its fourth-quarter revenue jumped 17 percent compared with a year earlier. The company, based in Minneapolis and Rehovot, Israel, posted quarterly revenue of $167 million compared with $142.4 million in 2020’s final quarter. The company’s cash holdings also increased.
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Power management company Eaton announced its Vehicle Group has formed a new ePowertrain business unit, which will focus on products from Eaton’s electrified vehicle (EV) transmission, reduction gearing and differential portfolios.
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MULTI-MASTER – The right tool for efficient groove milling applications
ISCAR has recently introduced an upgrade to its MM GRIT line of heads designed for groove milling applications. This new product launch includes heads designed with an improved carbide grade (IC908) and a TORX socket which ensures easier, more accurate, clamping of the MULTI-MASTER connection. This can be highly beneficial for fast/accurate head replacements at the machine tool spindle.
The highly versatile MM GRIT line also receives a boost with the introduction of heads made from IC908 (a submicron carbide grade). This long-standing ISCAR grade has proven to increase performance in difficult to machine materials such as stainless steel, cast iron, and hardened materials.
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The Federal Aviation Administration said 5G wireless operations can interfere with radio altimeters in Boeing Co. 737 aircraft, Reuters reported. However, the agency emphasized the issue poses little practical effect for airlines.
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Ford Motor Co. CEO Jim Farley said the automaker has no plants to spin off either its electric vehicle or gasoline-powered vehicle businesses, Reuters said. Farley spoke at a Wolfe Research conference that was part of a webinar.
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