One of the most basic problems with robotic arms and similar systems is keeping the weight down, as more weight requires a more rigid frame and stronger actuators. Cable-driven systems are a classic ...

As copper prices soar to a 45-year record high, cable thieves targeting copper are rampant in the United States. Their method is to cut copper wires that transmit signals to telephone and internet ...

SATA has become the ubiquitous connection to hard drives in both laptops and desktop PCs. SATA is available in two basic forms, internal and external (eSATA). Both forms use seven conductor cables ...