Design News - August 19, 2002

Cover Story

IC bonding technique shrinks encoder design

Recent developments in semiconductor design and bonding techniques that help engineers arrange electronic components in very small spaces let Heidenhain Corp. set new size standards for true absolute rotary encoders.

Departments

Designer's Corner
Automatic electromechanical lubricator
Flexible brushless dc motor
Editorial
Money does matter
Guest Commmentary
Product lifecycle management's goal: simplicity in product development
Hardware Forum
Caress your keyboard
Product News
Power Transmission and Motion Control
Computer Productivity Tools
Latest and Greatest Offerings in the Engineering Marketplace
Fluid Power
Fastening, Joining and Assembly
Electrical/Electronics
Readers Write
Opinions, Suggestions, Solutions and More
The Z Files
The case of airborne Amy

Feature

Hot Products

Innovative Hydraulic Products

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