Involute Spline Design & Rating

October 7–8—Live Online Virtual Training

This course covers the geometry and rating of involute splines, including joint types, applications, and configuration variations (half depth, full depth, and special designs). Topics include fixed vs. flexible splines, lubrication and coatings, and stress rating methods, with analysis presented through equations and rating charts.
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Gear Failure Analysis

November 4–6—AGMA National Training Center, Chicago

Explore gear failure analysis in this hands-on seminar where students not only see slides of failed gears but can hold and examine over 130 specimens with the same failure modes covered in the seminar. Approximately half of the course time consists of students in groups identifying failure modes on failed gears and working on a case study. Microscopes are available to examine failed specimens.
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Analytical Gear Chart Interpretation

November 13—Live Online Virtual Training

This course is an introduction to the methodology of analytical gear inspection and the evaluation and interpretation of the resulting data. The application of this information to identify and correct manufacturing errors will begin to be explored. Additionally, it reviews chart interpretation and applies inspection data to understand the causes and cures of manufacturing errors. Many chart examples are used to understand cause and effect.
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Reverse Engineering

November 18–19—Live Online Virtual Training

Reverse engineering a gear system is a not too unusual task and in many, but not all, cases the process goes fairly well, thus it is easy to become complacent. It is important, however, to fully understand the process and the best practice procedure for reverse engineering a gear system. Failure to fully follow best practice can result, at best, in an unhappy gear user, but in the worst case it can lead to very expensive, time-consuming and reputation damaging litigation.
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Multidomain Innovation at MPT Expo 2025

The Motion + Power Technology Expo (MPT Expo) returns to Detroit from October 21–23, 2025, bringing together a comprehensive cross-section of the mechanical, fluid, and electrical power transmission sectors.

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Bridging the Atlantic: Trade Between Europe and the United States

Join leading manufacturing executives from the MPMA and EUROTRANS as they explore the evolving landscape of transatlantic trade and tariffs. This exclusive webinar brings together C-suite leaders from European and U.S. power transmission manufacturers to discuss the current trade situation and supply chain resilience.

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Industry News

Siemens Brings Digital Learning into the Classroom

Power Transmission Engineering

More than 1,700 young people (2024: 1,700) will begin their professional careers at Siemens in the new 2025 training year at 18 training centers Germany-wide. Siemens is a pioneer in work-study programs: focused on digital expertise, the responsible utilization of artificial intelligence (AI) and the creation of a clear value compass, the company provides targeted training programs to prepare the young people of GenZ for the working world of tomorrow.
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Reality Is Ruining the Humanoid Robot Hype

IEEE Spectrum

Over the next several years, humanoid robots will change the nature of work. Or at least, that’s what humanoid robotics companies have been consistently promising, enabling them to raise hundreds of millions of dollars at valuations that run into the billions.
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Dust-Powered 3D Printing

Tech Briefs

After 3D printing a habitat designed for Mars and working with NASA on print material made from synthetic Moon dust, AI SpaceFactory Inc. has commercialized two separate 3D printers. The Secaucus, NJ-based company’s latest offering, Starforge, is a large-capacity 3D printer that uses innovative print material inspired by SpaceFactory’s work with NASA’s Kennedy Space Center in Florida under an Announcement of Collaboration Opportunity agreement.
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Bonfiglioli Offers Drive Technology for Construction and Mining Machinery

Power Transmission Engineering

Bonfiglioli can provide high-performance, customized complete systems for construction and mining machinery, ranging from electronics to mechanics. Bonfiglioli supports customers on their path toward electrification, regardless of their field of application.
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Matthews Automation Solutions expands investment in Freespace Robotics

AJOT

Freespace Robotics announced that Matthews Automation Solutions, a division of Matthews International Corporation, has expanded its strategic investment in the company and purchased a flagship Freespace ASRS (Automated Storage and Retrieval System) for deployment and system integration in its newly launched Atlanta center.
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Technology Drives IAA Mobility 2025

Power Transmission Engineering

Sustainable mobility can only be achieved through the integration of new innovative technologies. New software solutions, cloud platforms, AI-powered applications, and advanced sensor technologies play a central role in developing autonomous vehicles, smart cities, and digital business models. A total of 748 exhibitors from 37 countries, a record share of 57 percent international companies, more than 500 speakers, and over 350 world premieres and innovations were recently on hand during IAA Mobility in Germany to celebrate mobility and transportation innovations.
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