SPS-IPC Drives 2011, which took place in Nuremburg, Germany in November, covered all components down to complete systems and integrated solutions in the electric automation industry.

It is a simple fact: better lubrication can lead to dramatic energy savings and an improved bottom line. This ought to interest any plant manager who is looking for ways to reduce operating costs, and it is especially significant at a time when stricter government regulations are in direct contradiction to reducing costs. Lubrication reliability is the solution; this article will describe how manufacturing plants can use “lubrication reliability best-practices” to reduce their energy consumption, emissions and operating costs—all at the same time.

This special product news section takes a look at the latest in motion control products.

The complete Technical Calendar section from the June 2011 issue of Power Transmission Engineering.

a custom hydraulic brake system from Mico Inc. aid in the development of specialized material handling equipment.

A new solution has been developed around the use of microprocessor-controlled prostheses. Just like natural limbs, these can react automatically, adapting to the current situation.

The complete Product News section from the June 2011 issue of Power Transmission Engineering.

The complete Industry News section from the April 2011 issue of Power Transmission Engineering.

Nowadays, you can find scientists and engineers creating micro-robotic creatures for a slew of fascinating research projects.

“Banned by the NBA!” the headline screams. What are we talking here - Steroids? Gambling? Methamphetamines? Black socks? No - we’re talking shoes.