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Mechanical Design

NAAMS locating pins: standards, types, and why they matter for automotive fixtures

Aug 3, 2026 MISUMI USA

NAAMS Locating Pins: Standards, Types & Why They Matter for Automotive Fixtures | MISUMI In Body-in-White automotive manufacturing, repeatable part location is the foundation of

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Mechanical Design

Linear shafts vs. posts vs. rotary shafts: differences, uses, and how to choose

Jul 24, 2026 Carlicia Layosa

Updated July 24, 2026. Linear Shafts vs. Posts vs. Rotary Shafts: Differences, Uses & Selection Guide | MISUMI Linear shafts, posts, and rotary shafts are

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Mechanical Design

Elastomer jaw couplings: not all are created equal

Jul 23, 2026 Carlicia Layosa

Elastomer Jaw Couplings: Traditional vs. Precision Zero-Backlash | R+W & MISUMI R+W is one of the best when it comes to elastomer couplings. They shared

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Mechanical Design

Solenoid valves: common types used in industrial applications

Jul 22, 2026 Michael Cox

Learn about the three most common solenoid valves used in industrial automation.

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Prove Your Engineering Wit and Win – Impossible Quiz!

Jun 25, 2018 Carlicia Layosa

Admit it, engineers pride themselves on their knowledge – whether it’s solving a complex math

Mechanical Design

Compressed Air Systems: Pipe Diameter Sizing

Jun 1, 2018 Carlicia Layosa

Diameter for factory-wide air distribution plumbing is sized with increased future demands in anticipation. Additionally,

Mechanical Design

Compressed Air Systems: Distribution Plumbing Design

May 24, 2018 Carlicia Layosa

On factory floors, compressed air is often perceived as free, therefore, compressed air plumbing design

Mechanical Design Videos

MechMinutes Video: Intro to Linear Motion Part 3

Apr 27, 2018 Carlicia Layosa

INTRO TO LINEAR GUIDES – ACCURACY GRADES #3 | MECH MINUTES | MISUMI USA In

Mechanical Design

It’s Spring Time Part 4: Energy Absorption, Natural Frequency, and The Surging Phenomenon

Apr 20, 2018 Carlicia Layosa

In our last post on the spring series, we examine energy absorption, natural frequency, and

Mechanical Design

It’s Spring Time Part 3: Load-Deflection Relationships

Apr 13, 2018 Carlicia Layosa

We’ve been introduced to materials and characteristics of springs. Let’s dive into helical springs more

Mechanical Design

It’s Spring Time Part 2: Types of Springs

Apr 4, 2018 Carlicia Layosa

As we have been introduced to springs, as promised, it is time to dive into

Mechanical Design

Spring Has Sprung Part 1: Introduction to Springs

Mar 29, 2018 Carlicia Layosa

When one thinks of the word “spring” perhaps they think of the season, the season

Mechanical Design

RoHS: Keeping the World Safe

Mar 23, 2018 Carlicia Layosa

The European Union (EU) member states have long been interested in resolving environmental problems and

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You Know You’re an Engineer When….

Mar 15, 2018 Carlicia Layosa

Engineers are methodical and logical beings with the intelligence to back up their reasoning. They

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