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TECHNOLOGY TRENDS     A future for fusion in space missions A propulsion system under development can significantly cut transit time to Mars and other planets with exhaust speeds in excess of 500,000 miles per hour. Explore more content from our newsletter Aerospace Technology…   View now       Thanks to mussels, this electrodialysis membrane has muscle A mussel-inspired coating improves membrane capacity to separate chemicals in wastewater for recovery and reuse. Explore more content from our newsletter Water & Wastewater Systems…   Learn more       CHALLENGE OF THE MONTH       This month's challenge sponsored by NewAge Industries Connect with NewAge Industries October 4th at Silicon Expo in booth #715! Discover our innovative solutions to industry challenges.   View now       Balloon bafflement The hostess at the diner gives you a helium balloon, tied to a long string, after you pay the check for your breakfast. Before driving off, you tie the balloon to a heavy object on the floor of your backseat. Describe the behavior of the balloon when you: accelerate; brake; reverse; and turn left. Why does it behave this way?   Answer/Discuss       TECH ARTICLE     What is a deep groove ball bearing? "Deep groove ball bearings are the most common type of ball bearing. They are commonly used in electric motors and in household appliances, car motors, office machinery, automation control, and garden and household tools. They have deep raceway grooves and their race dimensions are close to the dimensions of the balls that run inside." Read this article in its entirety. This article is provided by GGB.   Learn more     Issue 40 | Vol 23 Electronics360 Datasheets360 CR4 © 2023 GlobalSpec LLC. All rights reserved, 257 Fuller Road Suite NFE 1100 | Albany, NY 12203-3621 - 800.261.2052. All other products, company names, or other marks appearing in this e-newsletter are the trademarks and property of their respective owners. Please do not reply to this e-mail, as we are unable to respond from this address. If you would like to contact us, please send an email to: newslettercomments@GlobalSpec.com You are receiving this email because you signed up for: Specs & Techs Unsubscribe from this newsletter Manage your subscriptions If a friend forwarded this e-newsletter and you'd like to receive it in the future, subscribe directly.