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Berkeley SkyDeck offers hardware startups hundreds of thousands of dollars and access to ‘state-of-the-art’ design and manufacturing prototyping

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Berkeley SkyDeck, a global hub for entrepreneurship and a leading accelerator, today announced that it has signed an agreement with the Jacobs Institute for Design Innovation, UC Berkeley’s state-of-the-art interdisciplinary hub for learning and making at the intersection of design and technology.

The partnership will allow for selected companies from each SkyDeck accelerator cohort access to the Jacobs Institute’s extensive and comprehensive facilities for prototyping hardware and products.

The new partnership emphasizes the strong cross-functional collaboration between different parts of the UC Berkeley ecosystem to support entrepreneurs and startups. [Read more…] about Berkeley SkyDeck offers hardware startups hundreds of thousands of dollars and access to ‘state-of-the-art’ design and manufacturing prototyping

Wauseon Machine unveils new battery test and assembly system

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McAlister Design & Automation, a subsidiary of Wauseon Machine, a provider of automation solutions, tube forming technologies, precision machining, and fabrication, reveals its new Battery Test and Assembly System.

This market-leading battery system enables the inspection and testing of battery cells and assembly of battery packs, commonly used in electric vehicles and consumer products. The system has been developed to support market changes and future growth.

The Battery Test & Assembly system allows battery pack manufacturers to ensure the quality of their product meets or exceeds the requirements for its design. [Read more…] about Wauseon Machine unveils new battery test and assembly system

Origami-inspired robotic plants grow with their environment

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How do you deploy an environmental sensor to collect climate change readings over a prolonged period on an uninhabited island without failing? How do you power a seismic detector to operate for months in an underwater cave?

In environments that are difficult to reach because of the hazards or hardships for humans, a device behaving like a native plant could be the answer.

This is the approach taken by Suyi Li, associate professor in mechanical engineering at Virginia Tech, and Clemson professor and collaborator Ian Walker. Their work is being advanced thanks to a four-year, $840,000 grant from the National Science Foundation. [Read more…] about Origami-inspired robotic plants grow with their environment

3 Monitor Technologies Pushing the Boundary of Design

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Cutting-edge monitor technologies are pushing the boundaries of what’s possible in digital design work. From interactive touchscreens to expansive quad HD displays, today’s monitors offer advanced features that empower designers to bring their creative visions to life like never before.

This article highlights three key monitor innovations that are redefining the designer’s toolkit. You’ll learn why higher refresh rates and curved displays enhance immersion, boost productivity, and reduce eye strain during long design sessions.

Whether you specialize in web design, product design, motion graphics, or architectural modeling, these breakthroughs represent new creative potential. [Read more…] about 3 Monitor Technologies Pushing the Boundary of Design

Comau and LiNa Energy develop automated manufacturing for battery production

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Comau has joined forces with LiNa to design an “innovative and scalable manufacturing” solution for solid-state sodium-metal-chloride battery cells.

Through simultaneous engineering, the team has finalized a concept design, allowing LiNa, a provider of low cost solid-state sodium battery technologies, to automate their battery production process.

The companies intend to validate the sustainable, safe, and efficient oxygen-free dry box environment as a step towards larger-scale manufacturing. [Read more…] about Comau and LiNa Energy develop automated manufacturing for battery production

Optimizing Email Campaigns Through Template Design and Automation

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Have you ever wondered why some emails capture your attention while others get lost in the shuffle?

The secret lies in optimized email campaigns, where the art of template design meets the efficiency of automation.

Discover how email campaign optimization and automation tools can jumpstart your digital marketing strategy and connect you more effectively with your audience. [Read more…] about Optimizing Email Campaigns Through Template Design and Automation

Mitsubishi Electric and Visual Components form joint venture for 3D simulators

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Mitsubishi Electric has recently announced that it has partnered with Visual Components headquartered in Espoo, Finland in a joint venture company, named ME Industrial Simulation Software Corporation, to develop and sell 3D simulators for manufacturing applications.

Mitsubishi Electric and Visual Components hold 70 percent and 30 percent stakes respectively in the company, which began operating on November 1.

Through the new company, Mitsubishi Electric plans to enhance its digital twin platform for circular digital-engineering business solutions. [Read more…] about Mitsubishi Electric and Visual Components form joint venture for 3D simulators

Tips for Designing Timeless User Interfaces for a Medical Device

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User interface design trends might come and go throughout the lengthy design and development phase of a medical device. This implies that keeping up with or predicting user interface (UI) design trends may be difficult.

Furthermore, a user interface with a “dated” design is not just a possible danger to the product’s market image; it may also have ramifications for use.

An interface that does not seem up-to-date, for example, may make a user go for your competitor and choose a different product. [Read more…] about Tips for Designing Timeless User Interfaces for a Medical Device

Benefits of Hiring a Product Design Consultancy for Your Business

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Today, we are diving deep into the dynamic world of product design and why having a product design team on board can lead to several positive outcomes.

It is not about creating aesthetically pleasing products only but building something your customers can relate to.

So, let’s strap in and explore the myriad benefits of inviting a product design consultancy specializing in top-notch product design services to your business. [Read more…] about Benefits of Hiring a Product Design Consultancy for Your Business

Transforming Your Basement into a Dream Space

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Making your basement into your dream space can be an extremely satisfying project that adds both value and functionality to your home. Use these tips to discover its latent potential and design a functional room tailored specifically to your lifestyle.

If you regularly host overnight guests, consider turning your basement into an inviting guest suite with its own bathroom and comfortable furniture, ample lighting and storage solutions to ensure guests feel at ease when visiting.

Any basement company, such as Penguin Basements, can help you create a warm and welcoming atmosphere that your guests will love. [Read more…] about Transforming Your Basement into a Dream Space