Abstract: Frictional influences in tendon-driven robotic systems are generally unwanted, with efforts towards minimizing them where possible. In the human hand however, the tendon-pulley system is ...

The Great Pyramid of Giza—the largest of Egypt’s pyramids—consists of about 2.3 million limestone blocks. The smallest of these weigh two tons, while the largest weigh over 60. History says laborers ...

A new study reinterprets the chambers and passageways of the Pyramid of Khufu not as tombs, but as parts of a gigantic construction machine, solving mysteries that have persisted for millennia. For ...

Components of the patented Jasung permanent magnet intelligent direct drive pulley system. Credit: 2SP Solution Providers Inc. This article examines the technical principles, structural features, and ...

The new system, designed to improve reverse shoulder arthroplasty for proximal humeral fractures, includes patented technology that helps reduce surgical complexity and drive clinical confidence ...

Medtech company Catalyst OrthoSciences announced the full commercial release of its Catalyst Fracture Shoulder System. The system is designed to improve reverse shoulder arthroplasty for proximal ...

The ingenious minds at Primitive Technology build a belt and pulley system that boosts their forge blower to an impressive 1200 RPM by hand. Texas officials face scrutiny over response to catastrophic ...

Let’s face it, the cycling industry loves trying to eke out marginal drivetrain efficiency gains with oversized pulley upgrades and ceramic bearings, but these things are incredibly expensive. So, ...