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Automotive

The Automotive section of CR4 includes forum and blog entries about cars, motorcycles and trucks. Feel free to talk about your favorite rides, mod work, building kits, repairs, parts and baffling annoyances.
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Featuring automotive news, headlines and recent industry developments this blog will cover both import and domestic companies. You'll find reader projects and Do It Yourself guides as well as the occa ...
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The Automotive Technology Blog is the place for conversation and discussion about Electrical/Electronic Components; Materials; Design & Assembly; and Powertrain Systems. Here, you'll find ev ...
11/06/2009 7:59 AM
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Your daily fix of automotive news and car-crazy culture. The blog written by gearheads, for gearheads.
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Hemmings Motor News has been around since 1954. We're proud of our heritage, but we're also more than the Hemmings full of classifieds that your father subscribed to. Aside from new editorial content ...
11/19/2009 12:10 AM by dstrohl
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How many times have you watched automotive how-to shows on cable TV and wondered how they make it look so easy, and where did they get all those expensive tools? If you're like most automotive enthu ...
10/29/2009 8:00 AM by motorztv
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BioMech & BioMed

The BioMech & BioMed Section of CR4 includes forum and blog entries about biomechanics, biomedical engineering, bionics, biomimetics and biomechatronics.
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The Biomedical Engineering blog is the place for conversation and discussion about topics related to engineering principles of the medical field. Here, you'll find everything from discussions about em ...
09/04/2009 12:01 AM by Bone Crusher
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The Healthcare Manufacturing Blog is the place for conversation and discussion about Building Design, Facility Monitoring & Control, Records Management, and Patient Care. Here, you'll find eve ...
11/10/2009 8:19 AM
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The Medical Equipment Design Blog is the place for conversation and discussion about medical grade materials and products, electrical and electronic equipment, computers, imaging & software, and h ...
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The Sports Fitness and Nutrition Blog is the place for conversation and discussion about topics related to general fitness, sports fitness, bodybuilding, nutrition, weight loss and health. Here, ...
10/13/2009 11:40 AM by Kathleen
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Chemical & Material Science

The Chemical and Material Science section of CR4 contains forum and blog entries related to the development and use of plastics, ceramics, composites, metals and alloys, adhesives, etc.
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The Chemical Manufacturing Blog is the place for conversation and discussion about process equipment and control, biotech & environmental, specialty chemicals and nanoengineering. Here, you'll fin ...
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The Coatings & Surface Engineering is the place for conversation and discussion about coatings; substrate modifications; cleaning and surface preparation; and friction, lubrication and wear. Here, ...
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The Glass, Ceramics, Fibers & Fabrics is the place for conversation and discussion about advanced ceramics, specialty glasses, industrial fibers, and engineered fabrics. Here, you'll find everythi ...
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This blog is the place to come for conversation and updates on the 2009 International Plastics Design Competition (IPDC09), where designers and manufacturers of components and finished products from a ...
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The Metals & Alloys Blog is the place for conversation and discussion about ferrous and nonferrous metals, metalworking processes, and specialty alloys. Here, you'll find everything from applicati ...
11/16/2009 8:11 AM
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The Oil & Gas Technology Blog is the place for conversation and discussion about Drilling, Refining, Exploration, and Distribution. Here, you'll find everything from application ideas, to news an ...
10/20/2009 8:08 AM
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The Plastics & Resins Blog is the place for conversation and discussion about polymers, films, foams, engineered components, green plastics, composites, mold making and anything else related to th ...
10/30/2009 7:25 AM
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The Plastics Fabrication Blog is the place for conversation and discussion about materials and components, molding machinery and processes, extrusion and machining, and energy and environment in the p ...
10/12/2009 7:51 AM
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Civil Engineering

The Civil Engineering section of CR4 contains forum and blog entries about construction and architecture, infrastructure, HVAC, etc.
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The Building & Construction Blog is the place for conversation and discussion about building projects, tools and equipment, materials and hardware, and environment & energy. Here, you'll find ...
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The Construction Tools & Equipment Blog is the place for conversation and discussion about Trucks, Cranes & Earth Moving Equipment; Construction Tools; Safety, Maintainence & Repair; and ...
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The HVAC Blog is the place for conversation and discussion about building HVAC control, energy conservation and efficiency, heating, and cooling. Here, you'll find everything from application ideas, t ...
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The Plant & Facilities Engineering Blog is the place for conversation and discussion about mechanical and electrical systems, automation and instrumentation, maintenance and management, and produc ...
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Communications & Electronics

The Communications and Electronics section of CR4 contains forum and blog entries focusing on such diverse topics as controls and monitoring, embedded systems and buses, computer hardware, computer networking, telecomm and telephony, etc.
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The Appliance Technology Blog is the place for conversation and discussion about Consumer Electronics; Medical Products; Home & Office Equipment; and Power Tools, Lawn and Garden. Here, you'll f ...
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The Data Acquisition Blog is the place for conversation and discussion about signal conditioning components and systems, digital and analog I/O modules, signal and data conversion and data acquisition ...
11/17/2009 7:59 AM
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The Display Technology Blog is the place for conversation and discussion about LCD Displays, OLEDs and LEDs, Mobile Electronics and Touchscreens & Imaging. Here, you'll find everything from applic ...
11/17/2009 8:08 AM
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The Electronic Components Blog is the place for conversation and discussion about power devices, analog/mixed signal devices, interconnects and packaging, and mechatronics. Here, you'll find everythin ...
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The Electronic Product Design Blog is the place for conversation and discussion about analog and mixed signals, power and power management; active, passive, discrete & logic devices; and embedded ...
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The Laser & Light Blog is the place for conversation and discussion about optoelectronics, fiber optics, lasers, light sources, optics, imaging, electro-optics, and anything else related to the ph ...
11/16/2009 8:03 AM
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The Networking & Communications Blog is the place for conversation and discussion about servers & power management, wireless technology, voice & internet, and network security as they rela ...
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The Semiconductor Fabrication Blog is the place for conversation and discussion about manufacturing processing equipment, semiconductor test and measurement, products & services, and semiconductor ...
11/16/2009 8:18 AM
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The Solutions for Industrial Computing Blog is the place for conversation and discussion about industrial computers, systems and controllers; communications and connectivity; software and control; and ...
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The Wireless Technology Blog is the place for conversation and discussion about RF components, microwave systems, wireless networking anything else related to the wireless communication field. It cove ...
10/03/2009 9:11 AM
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Education

The Education Section of CR4 includes forum and blog entries about engineering and technology education including university courses, continuing education and certification programs, primary and secondary schooling, pedagogy and classroom collaboration.
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The Engineering...Beyond the Classrom Blog is focused on engineering issues that are important to students and faculty in an educational setting. This is the place for conversation and discussion abou ...
11/05/2009 8:22 AM
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The Whiteboard Jungle is the place for conversation and discussion for education, at all levels and in all disciplines, with regard to technology. Its particular focus is on technology in the classroo ...
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Electrical Engineering

The Electrical Engineering section of CR4 includes forum and blog entries related to sensors and switches, power generation and distribution, test and measurement, alternative and renewable energy sources, etc.
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The Acoustics & Audio Technology Blog is the place for conversation and discussion about speakers and amplifiers, acoustic materials, signal measurement and processing and mobile & handheld de ...
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The Electrical Components Blog is the place for conversation and discussion about power generation, distribution and protection; connectors and relays; sensors, RFID & passive components; and magn ...
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IEEE Spectrum magazine is the flagship publication of the IEEE, the world's largest professional technology association. It is a monthly magazine for technology innovators, business leaders, and the i ...
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The Lab Equipment Blog is the place for conversation and discussion about clinical and research labware, environmental technology, test and metrology, and health and safety. Here, you'll find everythi ...
11/06/2009 8:03 AM
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MaSu on Machines, Meteors & Mozzies is an extension of the original An Engineer's Look at the Future of Energy blog with the addition of two extra themes. MaSu on Machines continues with the ...
02/26/2009 12:43 PM by masu
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The Power Generation and Distribution Blog is the place for conversation and discussion about electrical power generation, designing and installing power systems, high voltage power lines, power distr ...
11/02/2009 7:33 AM
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The Shock, Vibration and Noise Blog is the place for conversation and discussion about shock absorbers, dampers and gas springs; noise control and measurement; vibration/acceleration control systems; ...
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The Wire and Cable Technology Blog is the place for conversation and discussion about power cables; cable assemblies; cable manufacturing & testing; and cable ducts, trays and accessories. Here, y ...
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Engineering Careers

The Engineering Careers Section of CR4 includes forum and blog entries about industry outlooks, personal and professional development, job growth and job searches, and organizational and professional communication.
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My Perfect Gig is designed to give engineers and hiring managers a new tool to more efficiently connect. My Perfect Gig constantly pulls back the latest market information on what skills are in demand ...
11/21/2008 12:00 AM by MyPerfectGig
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The Engineering Careers blog features news and information about job placement, personal and professional development, and industries and locations which are out-pacing the recession. ...
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Engineering Communications is the place for conversation and discussion about communicating effectively at work.
06/07/2009 4:45 PM by Moose
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The Engineering Management Blog is the place for conversation and discussion about engineering and project management, technology forecasting and planning, productivity tools, and safety and security. ...
10/19/2009 8:09 AM
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General

The General section of CR4 is essentially a catch-all. It includes forum and blog entries about subjects on the fringe of core engineering; such education and training, management, your job, the sciences, history; as well as anything that is ‘not engineering’ – sports, TV and movies, music, urban legends, etc.
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Tune in to find out about significant engineering events that took place "on this day". The blog image is "Gestural Engineering, MIT Museum, Cambridge, MA" ...
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Hi, I'm Abe Michelen. I'm an electrical engineer and I teach engineering at a local college (in Troy, NY) - digital electronics, microprocessors (I believe that the PIC is the best processor nowadays! ...
06/28/2009 11:27 PM by amichelen
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The Aerospace Blog is the place for conversation and discussion about aeronautics, astronautics, fixed-wing aircraft, future space travel, satellites, NASA, and much more. Search for "Aerospace Blo ...
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This blog was started by accident – a chance mention of silk in a Challenge Question set my mind racing and the first, brief episode was born. The reaction to this and the follow-up episode was ...
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Caption This! is a place for engineers to test their wit. Each week the CR4 team will post an interesting or amusing engineering picture. We're looking for your best captions in the comments below. ...
11/12/2009 4:45 PM
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Stop in and exercise your brain. Talk about this week's Challenge from CR4 (weekly), Specs & Techs (monthly) or similar puzzles. So do you have a Challenge Question that could stump the commu ...
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Those who know me socially think I have eclectic interests and those who know me professionally wonder why I feel so strongly about engineering. As with all things, I am who I am because it is my natu ...
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Cornstove's Blog
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Technology-intensive companies are challenged to drive growth through innovation. Engineers can differentiate themselves -- and help their companies be competitive --- by excelling in the process of d ...
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The Defense & Security Technology Blog is the place for conversation and discussion about Materials; Communications & Surveillance; Electrical/Electronic Components; and Design & Assembl ...
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Design/Build/Fly (DBF) is an international aircraft design competition in which students from over 50 colleges and universities design, build, and fly a remote controlled aircraft. Each year the Ameri ...
12/31/2006 2:50 AM by Mike Shaw
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Latest news of interest to engineers. Sourced from GlobalSpec's Engineering News
11/20/2009 9:32 AM
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In 1676, Sir Isaac Newton wrote "If I have seen further it is by standing on ye shoulders of Giants." In this blog, we take Newton's words to heart, and recognize the many great engineers and scientis ...
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Jaxy of All Trades isn't the place for conversation and discussion about the same old topic. Rather, the blog's owner (Jaxy) seeks to keep discussions wide-ranging and up-to-date. In short, Jaxy of Al ...
11/16/2009 12:00 AM by Jaxy
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Kate's Controversies is a place for conversation and discussion about controversies in science, technology, engineering, and many other topics. Kate, the blog's owner, will use this blog to publicly a ...
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nvmani's blog
09/27/2006 5:36 AM by nvmani
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Because Oil, Gas & Petrochem Equipment (PennWell Petroleum Group) is all about "What's New" in petroleum equipment, products, systems, and services — this blog's intent is to discuss and exc ...
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Read here for ramblings about anything & everything. From baffling human behavior to fun facts to automotive design you'll find it here. Best known for poor grammar & nit picking please feel f ...
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This is a Blog on relativity and cosmology for engineers and the like. You are welcome to comment upon or question anything said on my website (http://www.relativity-4-engineers.com), in the eBook or ...
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Rockaholic Adventures is the place for conversation and discussion about outdoor excursions. You'll also read reviews written from the perspective of today's technologically-advanced outdoorsman &# ...
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This blog features weekly an equation, formula, or constant that occurs frequently in Engineering or Science. I will try to present the subject matter in a nonformal, conversational style that can be ...
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The Software for Engineers Blog is the place for conversation and discussion about the many software applications that engineers use. Here, you'll find a variety of tips, tricks, and troubleshooting t ...
10/23/2009 11:12 AM by ETOB
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Want to travel the world, but don't have time to leave the office? TechnoTourist is here to save the day! Tag along while TechnoTourist visits famous engineering feats around the world. TechnoTourist ...
10/01/2009 12:00 AM by Jaxy
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Disclaimer: Chris Leonard is not an engineer, but he plays one on CR4. Actually, I'm what you would call a "technology professional." I'm an editor and technical writer by trade. I'm interested i ...
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What's happen' on CR4.
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The Engineer's Book Club is a forum to discuss books that cover engineering topics or are of interest to engineers and technical professionals. Featured books will cover topics including engineering, ...
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The Y Files is the place for conversation and discussion about how technology shapes individuals and their communities. Steve Melito (Moose), the blog's owner, is an experienced technical writer who o ...
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Each week this blog will feature a prominent woman who made significant contributions to engineering or science. If you have any women you'd like us to feature please let us know and we'll do our best ...
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Instrumentation

The Instrumentation Section of CR4 includes forum and blog entries about measurement and testing systems, laboratory equipment and scientific instruments, controllers, PLCs and oscilloscopes.
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The Electronic Test Equipment Blog is the place for conversation and discussion about test instruments, board & assembly test, inspection & test, test equipment, and anything else related to t ...
10/12/2009 7:52 AM
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The Quality Control Blog is the place for conversation and discussion about product inspection technology, quality control methods & software, quality standards and compliance testing, defect prev ...
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The Scientific Instruments Blog is the place for conversation and discussion about Spectroscopy & Chromatography; Microscopy & Imaging; Indsutrial Applications; Metrology & Calibration. He ...
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The Sensors & Switches Blog is the place for conversation and discussion about thermal, mechanical & pressure sensors, optical & ultrasonic sensors, electrical and electromagnetic sensors, ...
11/01/2009 8:11 AM
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The Test & Measurement Blog is the place for conversation and discussion about materials and product testing, bench testing, inspection, and test equipment & strategies. Here, you'll find ever ...
11/07/2009 8:04 AM
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Manufacturing

The Manufacturing Section of CR4 includes forum and blog entries about factory floor work, machine shop production, tools and tooling, industrial assembly, packaging and labeling, automation and robotics, etc.
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The Fastening, Joining and Assembly Blog is the place for conversation and discussion about fasteners and hardware, design for assembly, adhesives and sealants, and welding and joining technologies. H ...
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The Textile Manufacturing Blog is the place for conversation and discussion about Industrial Fibers and Fabrics, Textile Technology, Engineered Fabrics, Machinery & Instrumentation as related to t ...
07/23/2009 7:28 AM
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The Food & Beverage Technology Blog is the place for conversation and discussion about Processing, Packaging/Storage/Preservation, Distribution, and Inspection/Quality. Here, you'll find everythi ...
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The Industrial Automation Blog is the place for conversation and discussion about Machine Control; Information & Intelligence; Motors & Drives; Instruments, Sensors & Networking. Here, you ...
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Industrial Interface streamlines the design process by putting engineers in touch with the right suppliers during the concept and design phase of their projects. We're committed to improving research ...
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The Industrial MRO Blog is the place for conversation and discussion about inventory and asset management, products and services, cost & energy savings and maintenance systems & solutions. Her ...
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The Industrial Processing Equipment Blog is the place for conversation and discussion about fluid and gas handling equipment; thermal processing; solids handling; and filtration, separation and recycl ...
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The Machine Tools & Metal Working Blog is the place for conversation and discussion about metal cutting, tools & fixturing, metal forming, grinding, industrial machine control and anything els ...
11/08/2009 8:04 AM
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The Material Handling Blog is the place for conversation and discussion about ferrous conveyors, overhead handling, warehousing and storage, RFID, data capture and control, lift trucks, loading docks ...
11/07/2009 8:04 AM
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The Packaging & Labeling Blog is the place for conversation and discussion about Automation & Control; Rigid & Flexible Containers; Labeling & Coding; Packing Machinery as used in the ...
10/30/2009 8:04 AM
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The Robotics Systems Blog is the place for conversation and discussion about industrial robots, programming and controls, sensors & tooling, and robotic safety. Here, you'll find everything from a ...
11/13/2009 8:13 AM
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Supply Chain Integration & Technology is the place for conversation and discussion about new technology/hardware, warehousing solutions, purchasing, and logistics. Here, you'll find everything fr ...
10/16/2009 7:20 AM
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Mechanical Engineering

The Mechanical Engineering Section of CR4 includes forum and blog entries on motion and control, mechanical components, power transmission, etc. This is the place to talk about the function and design of motors, bearings, gears, heaters, pumps, etc.
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The Aerospace Technology Blog is the place for conversation and discussion about Design & Assembly; Electrical/Electronic Components; Materials; and Engines & Flight Control. Here, you'l ...
11/05/2009 7:48 AM
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The Drives Blog is the place for conversation and discussion about Drive Advances & Applications; AC & DC Motor Drives; Drive Tools & Technology; Drives for Motion Control. Here, you'll fi ...
10/31/2009 7:26 AM
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The Hydraulics Blog is the place for conversation and discussion about pumps and valves, flow control, cylinders, actuators and components, and mobile hydraulics as they relate to hydraulics. Here, y ...
11/09/2009 8:04 AM
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The Mechanical Components Blog is the place for conversation and discussion about parts, tools, and hardware such as bearings and bushings, tools and testing, materials and industrial hardware. Here, ...
11/16/2009 8:20 AM
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The Mechanical Power Transmission Blog is the place for conversation and discussion about Gears & Gearbox Assemblies; Belts, Pulleys, Chains & Sprockets; Brakes, Clutches & Couplings; Desi ...
10/22/2009 8:17 AM
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The Motion Control Components Blog is the place for conversation and discussion about positioning and sensing, motion system hardware, motion controllers and drives and actuators. Here, you'll find ev ...
11/09/2009 8:04 AM
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The Motors Blog is the place for conversation and discussion about gears all types of motors including AC motors; DC motors; servo, stepper and linear motors; and motor maintenance and efficiency. Her ...
11/18/2009 8:11 AM
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The Pneumatics Blog is the place for conversation and discussion about cylinders and actuators; valve manifolds; compressed air and vacuum systems; sensing & measurement; and air supply. Here, you ...
11/17/2009 8:00 AM
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The Pump Technology Blog is the place for conversation and discussion about industrial pumps including water and wastewater pumps; controls, operation, maintenance; pump applications. Here, you'll fin ...
11/01/2009 8:12 AM
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The Valve Technology Blog is the place for conversation and discussion about valve actuators & control; industrial applications; water & wastewater; and power & energy among many others. H ...
10/21/2009 8:20 AM
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Workbench Creations is the place for conversation and discussion about do-it-yourself (DIY) projects. This DIY blog will feature projects completed by its owner as well as projects completed by other ...
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New Technologies & Research

The New Technologies and Research Section of CR4 include forum and blog entries focusing on R&D, clinical research and patents, cutting edge technologies such as nanotech and femtotech, etc.
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The MEMS Technology Blog is the place for conversation and discussion about cutting edge MEMS technology such as MEMS Design; MEMS Devices; Applications & Commercialization; Packaging & Assemb ...
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The Nano Technology Blog is the place for conversation and discussion about materials and structured products, devices, manufacturing and commercialization, and R&D. Here, you'll find everything f ...
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Software & Programming

The Software and Programming Section of CR4 includes forum and blog entries on application software, software development, computer programming and the Internet.
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The Design & Analysis Software Blog is the place for conversation and discussion about Computer Aided Design (CAD); Computer Aided Manufacturing (CAM) & prototyping; Computer Aided Engineering ...
10/26/2009 7:47 AM
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A place for discussing what users want versus what users need. Trying to nail down what makes software easy to use, what makes a site fun to use and how to keep them coming back for more.
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Sustainable Engineering

The Sustainable Engineering section of CR4 contains forum and blog entries about engineering concepts that produce buildings, products and services in ways that reduce the use of non-renewable resources, minimize environmental impact, and lower the barriers between people and their environment.
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The Alternative & Renewable Energy Blog is the place for conversation and discussion about solar power; fuel cells and hydrogen cells; biofuels such as ethanol; wind, water and geothermal energy; ...
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The Agro-Polymer Industry Complex (APIX) Pilot Plant is an Open Source engineered set of designs for an integrated and interrelated techno-commercial processing system for farming co-operatives and sm ...
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The Environmental Technology Blog is the place for conversation and discussion about refuse and recycling, pollution control solutions, hazardous waste and remediation, and environmental sensors. Here ...
10/25/2009 9:16 AM
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Infor's "Going Green Resource Machine", as funny as it sounds, is meant to provide you with resources, tools, videos, papers, and all sorts of other resources to help you and your organization move ...
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This blog is created for documenting and illustrating the advancements in the field of Electric Motion with specific emphasis on various types of Electricity Powered vehicles such as Bicycles, Cars an ...
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