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  Green hydrogen is powering the future. Hydrogen electrolysis, the process of producing hydrogen by splitting water molecules using electrical energy, is leading the way when it comes to hydrogen power. Flow field plates, also called bipolar plates, are critical to the hydrogen electrolysis process. These plates ensure efficient electrochemical reactions as materials flow through…

  Hydrogen, often hailed as the fuel of the future, is a versatile energy carrier that can be produced from a wide array of sources and processes. Depending on the production method, hydrogen is classified into several types, each characterized by its environmental impact and feedstock. Despite being a colorless gas, hydrogen production methods are…

  As hydrogen power becomes a more significant option for our future, the trailblazing companies leading the charge are in uncharted waters when it comes to optimizing your designs for maximum efficiency. While conventional manufacturing methods like CNC and stamping have long been relied on, they come with certain inflexibilities that can work against you…

  When it comes to variables that influence the performance of an RF shielding enclosure, the selected material is at the top of the list. It either absorbs or reflects EMI radiations, ensuring the device is immune to radio frequency interference. Your RF shielding material should be based on your application’s specifications and performance needs….

Electromagnetic interference can always pose a threat to microwave/RF designs. Leaks can cause stray electromagnetic energy to impede other circuits, ultimately affecting a microwave’s overall performance. There are two main approaches for microwave shielding: board level shielding and machined housings. Both effectively reduce or block EM emissions before they reach sensitive circuits. Board Level Shielding…

For the aerospace industry, chemical milling is a subtractive machining process that reduces the weight of fuselage skins to produce pocket and channel features or achieves an overall weight reduction for a more efficient aircraft. Chemical milling, or photochemical etching, is a clean, scalable option that brings unique advantages to the aerospace industry, including: Improved…

As etched foil heating elements become increasingly popular among engineers who must offer advanced thermal management in applications that lack space, it is important to make the most of your metal alloy and base laminate material selection. The choice for metal alloy will depend on your manufacturing process, application needs and buying requirements. Every metal…

Manufacturers requiring localized heat for applications understand the need for dependable flexible heaters. These components can be mounted directly to equipment or other components to provide appropriate thermal transfer based on unique specifications. There are two common types: wire wound and etched foil heating elements. Etched foil heating elements have become the engineer’s choice for…

With today’s electronic devices becoming smaller and smaller, there is a greater need for enclosures and shapes that can accommodate those market demands. Board level shielding effectively reduces or limits the effect of electromagnetic interference (EMI) while offering more flexibility as compared to traditional shielding. Design Flexibility Traditional shielding is generally square or rectangular in…

As manufacturing methods become increasingly complex and delivery deadlines increasingly tight, many companies are choosing to outsource production to a contract metal manufacturer. A contract metal manufacturer is a third-party provider that produces a component, which will be used in your final product. It’s a partnership that can bring significant benefits to your operation, including:…