One of the first things young adults learn when they join the workforce and gain financial independence is that you get what you pay for. For most people, it only requires one painful lesson—such as having the car you bought at such a “bargain” leave you stranded on the side…
When discussing the challenges in welding, any welder will describe the constant struggle with heat distortion. While some metals exhibit less distortion, metals like stainless steel can be particularly tricky. This distortion not only causes the welded component to have an unpleasant appearance but compromises its structural strength. While industries…
Stainless steel has firmly established itself as an industry favorite for applications that range from automotive to electrical appliances to medical equipment. Due to its strength and corrosion resistance, manufacturers prefer stainless steel for many heavy-duty applications and applications that require sanitary conditions. Despite its benefits, though, stainless steel is…
Have you ever encouraged someone to show their mettle, to demonstrate that they were ready for a challenge? Often, showing one’s mettle indicates an ability to endure pressure or exhibit strength. It is no coincidence that mettle and metal are homonyms, as the two words once were used interchangeably. And…
One of the primary reasons I pursued mechanical and electrical technology and associated occupations was its reliance on mathematics and sciences such as chemistry and physics. In contrast to other fields of study, the principles of science and mathematics reflect its foundation in consistent and repeatable laws and theorems. If…
One of the unexpected consequences of the COVID-19 pandemic has been the shortage of semiconductors in the global market. This has dramatically affected production as well as further technological research in many chip-dependent industries, ranging from automotive to electronics. However, some of these industries are taking the initiative to develop…
Without a doubt, one of humanity’s most outstanding achievements occurred in July 1969 when Neil Armstrong took “one small step for man, one giant leap for mankind.” The moon landing by Apollo 11 was the culmination of nearly a decade of overachievement by NASA encouraged by the space race that…
Robotic technology has come a long way from its initial focus on heavy-duty applications. Today, robotic welding employs advanced automation to handle a myriad of complex and delicate operations. These advances have opened opportunities for industries to fully utilize weld robots to generate the maximum return on investment (ROI). By…
Whenever someone tells me they have good and bad news, I usually ask for the bad first. I figure that while I may get hit with an initial bomb, the conversation will likely end on a high note. Sometimes, though, the bad news can overshadow the good—for example, if someone…
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