Fluid gears rotate without teeth, offering new mechanical flexibility

A team of New York University scientists has created a gear mechanism that relies on fluids to generate rotation. The ...
BioTechniques

A new explanation for how bacteria swim

Researchers have unseated a previous theory for the mechanism underlying bacterial flagella movement, changing our ...
Dot Physics on MSN

Rotational dynamics explained through a 1935 physics textbook

Rotational dynamics explained through a 1935 physics textbook. Explore classic diagrams and timeless explanations that break down torque, angular motion, and rotational principles in a clear, ...
The Fabricator

XYZ, YBC, and LRA: understanding coordinate systems for CNC tube bending

Y, B, and C relate to the axis names most manufacturers use on CNC tube benders. LRA stands for length, rotation, and angle, ...
POWER Magazine

Generator Bearing Failures: Root Cause Analysis and the Role of Integrated Data

Learn how root cause analysis and integrated data prevent hydropower bearing failures, reduce costly downtime, and improve ...

The Atlas humanoid robot attempted a backflip. Here’s what happened

At the recent CES 2026 tech show in Las Vegas, Boston Dynamics showed off the latest version of its advanced Atlas humanoid ...
The Autopian on MSN

The most complicated new engine has three cylinders, a rotating block, a stationary head, and is shaped like a circle

Most of the internal combustion piston engines built for vehicles throughout history have pretty familiar core designs. The ...
IEEE

Modeling and Vibration Suppression of Rotating Machines Using the Sparse Identification of Nonlinear Dynamics and Terminal Sliding Mode Control

Abstract: This paper presents a novel physics-based data-driven approach for reconstructing the nonlinear governing equations and suppressing vibrations in vertical-shaft rotary machines during ...
IEEE

Combined Effect of Short Rise Time and Relative Humidity on the Partial Discharge Inception Mechanism in Rotating Electrical Machines Insulation

Abstract: Electrical machines (EMs) operated on high-voltage dc buses for contemporary transportation applications are significantly exposed to the risk of partial discharge (PD). The inception ...