photonicSENS has won the VISION Award 2026 for its work on plenoptic (light field) imaging. The €3,000 prize, sponsored by Imaging and Machine Vision Europe, was handed over at a special reception ...

Feature-based programming helps identify geometric features and guides machining operations, improving efficiency for both ...

FeatureCAM is feature-based CAM software that automates toolpaths for milling, turning, and mill-turn to cut programming time and boost consistency. What is FeatureCAM? A feature-based CAM system that ...

The Steam Machine is finally here after looming on the horizon for the last eight months or so. And while Valve has been adamant that the Steam Machine is an entry-level gaming PC, rather than a new, ...

In this back-to-basics primer, we outline the essential elements of an automated motion system … whether it’s a piece of robotics or machine design dedicated to a specific routine. All motion systems ...

Single-serve coffee machines are among the most common appliances in modern kitchens, yet few are designed to suit the spaces they occupy. Compact plastic capsule brewers remain the norm, even in ...

Machine Design is pleased to announce that Mike McLeod, a veteran journalist known for his technical knowledge and focus on the design and engineering sector, will step into the role of senior editor.

Valve’s new Steam Machine landed this week, and it’s already the topic everyone’s posting about. The metal cube design, SteamOS focus and the modular front panels Valve teased have left room for one ...

For decades, scientists have relied on structure to understand protein function. Tools like AlphaFold have revolutionized how researchers predict and design folded proteins, allowing for new ...

Though it might seem like science fiction, scientists are working to build nanoscale molecular machines that can be designed for myriad applications, such as "smart" medicines and materials. But like ...

If you’re a fan of beautifully designed appliances, the BØYD espresso machine concept from NYZE Studio is sure to catch your eye. This striking espresso maker isn’t available just yet, but it brings a ...

More aggressive feature scaling and increasingly complex transistor structures are driving a steady increase in process complexity, increasing the risk that a specified pattern may not be ...