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Webcast: Additive manufacturing technologies are also commonly known as “Rapid Prototyping” or “3D Printing” as well as other names. And, although they are still being used by design engineers for concept modeling and prototyping, that’s not all. Manufacturing engineers are now employing these technologies... more

Webcast: LEDs are becoming more and more commonplace, for a variety of reasons, especially the very low power budget that's required. Learn about the different types of LEDs that are available, where you can obtain them, what you can expect to see from a technology perspective in the near future, and how... more

Webcast: In many cases, the design of defense technologies is not that different from the design of other commercial equipment. But in other cases, it can be vastly different. One of the burning questions for designers is, “When, where, and how can I take advantage of commercial technologies in my defense... more

Webcast: Leading-edge companies are getting serious about systems engineering, embracing tools and approaches to create a systems-level view  that ensures that all mechanical, electrical, controls, and software designs are kept in sync. Mark Sampson, Product Manager at Siemens PLM Software, joins Design... more

Webcast: This webinar introduces the audience to cutting edge technologies and processes being developed right now in research centers at DARPA and Oak Ridge National Laboratory, some of which will be rolled out in the next 12 months. From “crowdsourcing” to adapting semiconductor fabrication processes to... more

Product Catalog: Clippard, a manufacturer of the most complete line of miniature fluid power products, offers a complete product line catalog, with technical information, product applications, and more. It includes features, specifications, color photographs, and technical drawings for over 5,000 standard... more

Web Page: Clippard’s Oxygen Clean valves are available in 2-way or 3-way, Normally-Closed or fully-ported configurations. They provide safety of operation in Oxygen applications with quick response, low power consumption, long life, and unlimited flexibility in design. The valves are ultrasonically cleaned... more

Web Page: Huge Inventory, Same-Day Shipping Considered the standard for industry quality, Clippard offers hundreds of miniature stainless steel cylinders, control valves, electronic valves, fittings and other pneumatic products ready to ship the same day. Exceptional Quality & Reliability Large... more

Reference Guide: The Design News Salary Survey results are in! Download the free 2012 Salary Survey report and find out what over 1,500 engineers and engineering managers are saying about their compensation, job satisfaction, professional backgrounds, challenges in the workplace, and experience with downsizing and... more

Webcast: Network security is a growing concern. Networks get hacked all the time, but to what extent? If you’re designing a network for a corporate intranet, or for a factory floor, or for inventory control, you had better be sure that you stay one step ahead of the hackers. Eric J. Byres, CTO and VP... more