May 2008

Just a Bad Dream

May 1, 2008

Michael Goldstein

There's a monster under the bed of the nation's economy. It has the same power over many adults as a child's nightmare.

Before You Go--A China Gear Market Update

May 1, 2008

It would not be an exaggeration to say that China is often the most-covered country in the news today.

Communication Breakdown--Overcoming Cultural and Language Barriers in the Global Gear Market

May 1, 2008

Matthew Jaster

If you've read any business publications lately, chances are you've seen an article or two covering language and cultural barriers in the global marketplace.

Pitting Load Capacity of Helical Gears

May 1, 2008

Influences of Load Distribution and Tooth Flank Modifications as Considered in a New, DIN/ISO-Compatible Calculation Method

Manufacturing Net-Shaped, Cold-Formed Gears

May 1, 2008

A net-shaped metal forming process has been developed for manufacturing quality, durable, high-yield and cost-efficient gears for high-volume production.

Calibration of Two-Flank Roll Testers

May 1, 2008

The presence of significant errors in the two-flank roll test (a work gear rolled in tight mesh against a master gear) is well-known, but generally overlooked.

Update on the National Center for Gear Metrology

May 1, 2008

The status on traceability of gear artifacts in the United States.

Micro-Machined Memories

May 1, 2008

Dollhouses may be toys for children, but an old-time working miniature machine shop is the ultimate toy for a self-proclaimed hobby machinist like Greg Bierck.

The Global Gear Industry--What Does the Future Hold

May 1, 2008

Understanding the differences of how the gear industry works in individual territories around the world is vital to any company that wishes to succeed on a global basis.