Machine Design

Highlights

Dedmityay/Dreamstime
Iron casting in metallurgy

Selecting the Right Cast Iron

Cast irons include many metals having a wide variety of properties.
Cornelius20/Dreamstime
Gears concept

Shaft Keys 101

A simple mechanical part can reduce manufacturing costs and machine downtime.
Rittal
Rittal Enclosures

Keeping Enclosures Cool

If temperatures get too high inside enclosures, electronics can fail prematurely.
Grafvision/Dreamstime
Nuts and bolts

A Glossary of Finishes and Platings for Fasteners

To prevent corrosion on fasteners, and to improve their looks, they are often coated or plated. Here’s a quick look at some of those coatings and platings.
Stanislau V/Dreamstime
Timing belt with rollers on background

The Benefits of Timing Belts, Even When Synchronization Isn’t an Issue

They offer strength, durability and—of course—the ability to synchronize the motion between rotating shafts.
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Cruising Through the New York Auto Show

The Machine Design staff checked out the hot new vehicles at the 2017 New York International Auto Show, and shares highlights from the show in this image gallery.
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Slip Clutches Improve Document Handling

The right clutch inside your printer or paper feeding devices may stop annoying delays.
Machinedesign 9134 Promo

Electronic Latch Reads Multiple Credential Formats

The "Swinghandle" latch features an RFID smart-card reader armed with a variety of credentials that enhances security and adaptability.
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Future Infrastructure May Cater to Self-Driving Vehicles, High-Speed Rails

Five AEM Infrastructure Vision 2050 finalists presented concepts to support high-speed transportation by the year 2050.