Machine Design

Machine Design (ISSN 0024-9114) is a U.S. trade publication and website that caters to the OEM engineering sector. The magazine is published twice a month and is distributed to qualified design engineers and engineering managers. It focuses on a variety of important technologies, including computer-aided design and manufacturing (CAD/CAM), electrical and electronic systems, fastening and joining techniques, fluid power, manufacturing processes, engineered materials, mechanical engineering, and motion control.

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Catching Waves for Renewable Energy

6 days ago | machinedesign.com | Sharon Spielman

Sustainable energy is not only beneficial but essential, and ocean wave energy has emerged as a promising solution. Helping to chart this course is Chris Rauch, P.E., senior mechanical engineer, co-founder and now technical advisor at Dolphin Labs, a startup spinoff of CalWave Power Technologies Inc. “The value of using wave energy is it’s renewable,” Rauch told Machine Design during an interview at Dassault Systemes’ 3DExperience World event in Houston in February.
Cortec Emitters Are for Corrosion Protection in Non-Ventilated Enclosures

1 week ago | machinedesign.com | Sharon Spielman

Cortec Corporation’s patented devices aim to safeguard metal parts and electronic equipment against corrosion in non-ventilated enclosures. Their ability to emit Vapor phase Corrosion Inhibitors (VpCI) ensures a protective molecular layer over all metal surfaces, even in adverse conditions such as high humidity, salt spray and airborne contaminants.
Smart Cane 2.0: A Navigation Companion for the Blind and Visually Impaired

1 week ago | machinedesign.com | Sharon Spielman

The WeWalk Smart Cane 2.0 is a mobility aid that harnesses cutting-edge technology such as advanced optical detection and AI-driven navigation to serve as a companion for its users. In this second of a two-part series, Machine Design spoke with Song Li, product marketing director at InvenSense, a TDK Company, about the collaboration between the two companies. We learned that the cane uses four sensors that collectively enhance user experience and safety.
Sensing Empowerment: WeWalk’s Smart Cane 2.0 Transforms Mobility for the Visually Impaired

2 weeks ago | machinedesign.com | Sharon Spielman

At CES 2025, innovation took a giant step forward for the visually impaired community with the unveiling of the WeWalk Smart Cane 2.0. This mobility aid improves safety and empowers users by integrating advanced technology through a collaboration between WeWalk and InvenSense, a TDK company. Machine Design spoke with Song Li, product marketing director, to learn about the device’s technology.
TI Offers Functionally Isolated Modulators for Precision Robotics Control

2 weeks ago | machinedesign.com | Sharon Spielman

Texas Instruments’ functionally isolated modulators are designed to empower engineers in developing more precise motor control systems for compact robotic designs. The products—the AMC0106M05, AMC0136 and AMC0106M25—achieve an effective number of bits (ENOB) ranging from 12 to 14, enabling precise phase current sensing and DC voltage measurement.
Challenges and Developments in Transitioning to Industry 5.0

3 weeks ago | machinedesign.com | Sharon Spielman

In an era marked by rapid technological advancements and shifting global dynamics, manufacturers are standing at the precipice of Industry 5.0. In this second part of a two-part series with Stephen Graham, executive vice president of Hexagon Nexus, Machine Design learns about the key challenges and anticipated developments in this new manufacturing landscape.
Europe’s Manufacturing Sector Struggles Amid Rising Costs, Increased Military Spending Proposals

3 weeks ago | machinedesign.com | Sharon Spielman

According to market intelligence firm Interact Analysis, Europe’s manufacturing sector is stagnating due to factors such as rising costs, increasing regulatory burdens and lower productivity, weakening its global competitiveness. The firm carried out research using its Manufacturing Industry Output (MIO) Tracker and international statistics, which show that key regions face challenges that are limiting growth potential. How can Europe overcome its manufacturing struggles?
Schaeffler’s XZU Conical Thrust Cage Needle Roller Bearing for Robotics

3 weeks ago | machinedesign.com | Rehana Begg

Schaeffler was a runner-up in this year’s prestigious Hermes Awards at Hannover Messe 2025. The nomination was for a newly developed XZU needle roller bearing. Klaus Rosenfeld, CEO of Schaeffler AG, said that many years of experience went into the bearing’s design. The motion technology company’s engineers noted that it is well-suited for articulated-arm applications.
Hermes Awards 2025: Siemens Generative AI-Powered Assistant Goes for the Win

3 weeks ago | machinedesign.com | Rehana Begg

Siemens has been awarded the prestigious 2025 Hermes Award for its generative AI-powered assistant. The announcement was made at Hannover Messe’s opening ceremony on March 30, 2025, following deliberations by an independent panel of jurors chaired by Prof. Dr.-Ing. Holger Hanselka, president of the Fraunhofer Society. Checking the Boxes on the Award CriteriaSiemens’ AI-driven “industrial copilots” are designed to enhance workforce efficiency by eliminating repetitive tasks and boosting productivity.
Actuator Advancements Turn Heads at MD&M West

3 weeks ago | machinedesign.com | Rehana Begg

At MD&M West 2025, Henry Kim, a regional sales engineer at Harmonic Drive, demonstrated advancements in actuator design. Kim said that Harmonic Drive supplies the component gears that go into robotic arm joints. He added that the company is shifting from supplying components to providing integrated solutions, including actuators with integrated motors and controllers.