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Success among the stars: DPA’s July 2023 issue launched

We're thrilled to announce that DPA’s July issue is now available in print and online! This month, we cover Drives & Motion Control, Sensors & Transducers, Bearings, Belts & Chains, and a special Aerospace supplement.

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“Let’s talk about mental health.” It’s a daunting phrase, isn’t it? In this month’s column, I discuss the importance of addressing mental health stigma in the manufacturing industry, as new research shows that over half of UK-based manufacturing and engineering professionals are uncomfortable discussing how they feel (p. 4).

Embark on a journey through space with this month’s cover story, and discover the crucial role of reliable micromotors in ensuring success among the stars. Here, EMS explores into the lessons learned from the failure of the UK’s first satellite mission and argues the importance of every single component – including micromotors – in ensuring success (p.6).

Our July issue also delves deeper into the realm of aerospace with a special supplement, covering how a deep understanding of materials and prototyping is essential to transform a design into a successful working product (p. 8), the pivotal role of vacuum clamping technology in the aerospace industry (p. 10), and why aerospace is embracing the power of a tech stack (p. 12).

Other key features to look out for include:
- Unlocking energy savings: Why drives are essential in your sustainability journey (p. 20)
- What the future holds for bearings (p. 26)
- Print perfect: Mastering motion control design for 3D printing (p. 18)
- Wireless monitoring cuts costs for food and biochemical plant (p. 34)

Don’t forget to check out the full digital edition here.

I hope you enjoy the issue!

Do let me know what you think, and if you think there are any specific topics we should be covering. Email me at sophia.bell@imlgroup.co.uk.

Written By Sophia Bell

Sophia Bell is the Group Editor of DPA, Connectivity, and PBSI. She joined the team in 2020 as Assistant Editor after achieving a First-Class Honours BA in English Literature and Film Studies from the University of East Anglia. In her current role, she leads the editorial strategy, driving digital growth and ensuring each title continues to deliver trusted, relevant insight for engineering and manufacturing professionals.