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Subscribe to Entertainment Engineering Subscribe to Entertainment Engineering Subscribe to Entertainment Engineering 1/2 Software Articles focusing on Application-Specific, Artificial Intelligence, Computer Aided Design, Computer Aided Engineering, Computer Aided Manufacturing, Computer Graphics Imaging, Controllers, Data Centers, Development Software, Games & Gaming, Manufacturing Execution Systems, Motion Control, Online Development, Operational, Organizational, Production, Productivity Tools, Project Management, Software as a Service, and more. How Industrial CT Scanning Allows Engineers to Examine Parts Non-Destructively Along with comparative analysis tools, Trek Bicycle was able to fine-tune prototypes, investigate potential issues, and adjust their manufacturing process. Read More Let's Face It: Disney's Next Gen Animatronic Technology is Changing the Game The next generation of animatronics is face technology that is capable of providing realistic facial movements to make characters truly come to life. Read More Groundbreaking Dance Performance Uses Motion Capture, Aerial Drones, and Visual Effects How technology and performance combine to create expressive storytelling and audience immersion. Read More Spatial Computing Allows Engineers and Designers to Bring 3D Designs to Life Leveraging the power of spatial computing with manufacturing’s digital twin technology leads to more capabilities for engineering collaboration, from product design to manufacturing. Read More Explore the International Space Station with Immersive VR Experience This VR experience features realistic and intuitive navigation, helpful advice from Mission Control, and compelling and visceral science-related content. Read More AI Workflows Boost Efficiency for Artists and Producers Software provides creatives with innovative, time-saving solutions. Read More Kart Klash Merges Go-Karts and Video Games for a Unique Experience The U.S. debut at RPM Raceway brings an immersive, game-like experience. Read More Georgia Aquarium Uses Technology to Give Low Vision Visitors an Enhanced Experience The aquarium is partnering with ReBokeh to enable low vision visitors to explore the aquarium using their own eyesight. Read More Volcanoes Explode on Interactive Table Exhibit Building a large interactive exhibit took insight, innovation, and the perfect systems to get it right. Read More Disney Short Film Brings Augmented Reality Into Your Living Room This original short film, Remembering, was produced using virtual production techniques and a companion Augmented Reality experience to extend the film beyond the screen and into the audience’s home. Read More Interview with Legacy Subscribe to EE Mag! New Tech for Yachts Interview with Legacy 1/3 Subscribe to Entertainment Engineering Subscribe to Entertainment Engineering Subscribe to Entertainment Engineering 1/2

Subscribe to Entertainment Engineering Subscribe to Entertainment Engineering Subscribe to Entertainment Engineering 1/2 Electrical Articles focusing on Cables & Wring, Circuit Breakers & Fuses, Displays & Monitors, Inserts & Standoffs, Lighting Components, Relays & Switches, Sensors & Transducers, Switches, Wire Harnesses, and more. Immersive Night Tour Blends Nature with Imaginative Light and Projection Technology The Shanghai Expo Cultural Park has unveiled a nighttime experience with an ingenious immersive design that blends natural flora with enchanting light artistry. Read More Netflix Australia's APEX Movie Used Zero-Emission Power On Set The power system chosen for the film's base camp ran the entire production compound, including electrical equipment, trailers, kitchens, and other onsite facilities. Read More Modern Gaming Consoles Require Reliable Power Protection Integrated electronic fuse technology helps console designers protect critical power rails while reducing system complexity. Read More Massive Event Incorporates Over 2700 LED Panels When you combine 2,700 LED panels, 42 processors, and 120 distribution units together for one event, you had better do it right. Read More Upgrading Old Diesel Locomotives to Hybrid and Overhead Line Operation The locomotives will be able to use power from overhead lines, traction batteries, and a new model diesel generator, reducing noise and fumes around maintenance crews. Read More How LED Displays and Real-Time CGI Could Replace Green Screens in Film and TV At the Virtual Production Days event at the Amsterdam Studio, a combination of LED displays and processing technologies were showcased for film and TV. Read More Beekeepers Are Buzzing Over a Hive Monitoring System with Hourly Reports Engineers had to overcome challenges such as durability, weatherproofing, and isolated locations when designing a scale to track hive numbers, winter honey reserves, and more. Read More From Museums to Trade Shows, Touch Screen Displays Are More Accessible Than Ever Rent touch screens and digital kiosks for product demos, interactive maps, digital signage, wayfinding, presentations, and more. Read More Testing Dirt Bikes is a Tricky Application, Requiring Specialized Components A specially-made through-hole slip ring delivers all the right measurements. Read More Steel Roller Coaster Hybrid Ride Uses Advanced Conductor Rail System The ride required energy supply and data transmission capabilities for every vehicle along the track, operating both indoors and outside. Read More Subscribe to EE Mag! Interview with Legacy New Tech for Yachts Subscribe to EE Mag! 1/3 Subscribe to Entertainment Engineering Subscribe to Entertainment Engineering Subscribe to Entertainment Engineering 1/2

Subscribe to Entertainment Engineering Subscribe to Entertainment Engineering Subscribe to Entertainment Engineering 1/2 Electronics Articles focusing on Broadcasting Equipment, Communications Equipment, Control Panels, Controller Cards, PC Boards, Hybrid Circuits, Data Systems, Instrumentation, Microcontrollers, Microphones, Power Conversion, Sound Systems, Speakers & Speaker Systems, and more. The First Vertical Launch Spaceport in Europe Gets Cloud-Based Comm System The SaxaVord Spaceport recently received a high-tech cloud-based voice communications system for their ground control center. Read More How Technology Transformed the Washington Monument into an Immersive Storytelling Platform Through a complex array of projection mapping, "America's Tallest Birthday Candle" illuminated the night sky with hourly historical events celebrating the 250th birthday of the United States. Read More Upgrading a Small Town Theatre's Rotating Stage After running for decades on its original electro-hydraulic drive, Timber Lake Playhouse’s revolving stage system received significant behind-the-scenes upgrades in recent years. Read More The Autonomous Choreography Behind Docking Orion In NASA’s Artemis campaign, Orion is the only spacecraft capable of taking humans from Earth to lunar orbit. Docking is a dance between precision and timing. Read More Climb Aboard the World's Tallest Ferris Wheel How engineers made the loading conveyor for Ain Dubai — the world's biggest observation wheel — faster, safer, and more efficient. Read More How Iceland's Renowned Theatre Seamlessly Upgraded Its Intercom System Reykjavik City Theatre recently underwent a major intercom system upgrade — with minimal disruption — to deliver flexibility within a unified production network infrastructure. Read More Noise Pollution is a Big Threat to Blue Whales — Here’s How Scientists Are Listening In A deep dive into the hydrophone arrays and specific equipment used by scientists at Project Blue Whale at the University of Iceland. Read More Giant Kinetic Dragonfly is Half Helicopter, Half Light Show Art and technology came together to create a dramatic stage show with music, video, and lasers. Read More Why This Laser Tag Arena Replaced Walkie-Talkies with Professional-Grade Comms Upgrading to professional-grade comms offered better sound quality and interference-free communication, but involved numerous behind-the-scenes considerations. Read More Big Animation Dreams Mean Big Storage Needs When a Vancouver-based boutique animation studio outgrew its consumer-grade storage when it took on bigger projects for film, TV, and commercials, it looked to a more scalable solution. Read More Subscribe to EE Mag! Interview with Legacy New Tech for Yachts Subscribe to EE Mag! 1/3 Subscribe to Entertainment Engineering Subscribe to Entertainment Engineering Subscribe to Entertainment Engineering 1/2

Subscribe to Entertainment Engineering Subscribe to Entertainment Engineering Subscribe to Entertainment Engineering 1/2 Robotics and Motion Control Articles focusing on Belt & Chain Drives, Cables & Harnesses, Gears, Gearheads, Grippers, Linear Actuators, Linear Slides, Motion Controls, Motors & Drives, Power Transmission, Rotary Devices, and more. Students Design Versatile and Scalable Vehicle Students at California State University, Chico, gained hands-on experience and technical expertise that will empower them to excel in real-world engineering and innovation roles. Read More Creating a Rust-Resistant Radar System for Ocean Vessels High humidity and salty seas were no match for this corrosion-resistant radar system customization. Read More World's First Electric Snowbike is Highly Maneuverable and Reliable The MoonBike was specifically designed for speed, endurance, low maintenance, and fun. Read More "Flying Theater" has Spherical Projection Screen with Synchronized Effects for Immersive Experience PC-based technology provides highly precise motion control and synchronization for all types of entertainment applications — including indoor attractions, signage, and more. Read More WATCH: One-on-One with Joe Rando of Rando Productions A conversation with Joe Rando on how teams of creative engineers bring entertainment to life in stage, film, theme parks, and more Read More The Core Innovations Behind the Industrialization of Intelligent Robotics A system-level platform spanning humanoid robotic arms, integrated joint modules, global remote operations, and open-sourced real-world data was exhibited at CES 2026. Read More Rose Parade Float Uses High-End Animatronics Closed-loop feedback system allows programmers to choreograph four-axes of eagle motion in sync with a musical soundtrack. Read More The Groundbreaking Technology Behind Disney's New Robotic Olaf How Disney Imagineering Research & Development brought a robot into the real world that walks and talks just like the beloved animated character from Frozen. Read More Reachy the Open-Source Robot is Designed for Research and Industry Designed to operate in various environments where human-machine interaction is essential, this humanoid robot provides versatility, intelligence, and is fully modular. Read More Book-Printing Machines Are Getting Faster, Simpler, and Easier to Maintain — Here's How Reducing maintenance requirements and overall manufacturing costs helped to put book printing machines in libraries, schools, and bookstores. Read More New Tech for Yachts Subscribe to EE Mag! Interview with Legacy New Tech for Yachts 1/3 Subscribe to Entertainment Engineering Subscribe to Entertainment Engineering Subscribe to Entertainment Engineering 1/2

Subscribe to Entertainment Engineering Subscribe to Entertainment Engineering Subscribe to Entertainment Engineering 1/2 Mechanical Articles focusing on Actuators, Assemblies, Bearings, Brakes & Clutches, Claps, Conveyors, Couplings, Fans, Fasteners, Linear Slides, Machining, Mechanical Components, Mounting Components, Packaging Systems, Pipes & Tubes, Pulleys and Sprockets, Seals, Shafts & Axles, Snap Rings, Springs, Stamping, and more. Window Glass on Public Transportation Hinders Cell Service — Until Now A Swiss startup — known for its process that makes glass permeable to telecommunication frequencies — requires the right components to create their revolutionary technology. Read More Exploring a Completely Silent Anechoic Chamber Without any sound to distract you, you can hear your heart, lungs, and more — watch this video from Veritasium to explore what it's like to step inside an anechoic chamber. Read More How NASCAR's R&D Group Optimized Its Machining Processes with Next-Level Components Innovative tools help to make NASCAR manufacturing of parts faster, more efficient, and of higher quality. Read More Prototypes Played a Crucial Role in Development of Tabletop Cricket Game Before a full-scale model could be manufactured, prototyping focused on smaller, more manageable designs allowing for greater creativity while keeping costs down. Read More Innovative Pins Used in High-End Cosmetics Cases Small details like easy-to-use cases with squeak-free hinges enhance the high-end makeup experience. Read More To Capture Fast-Moving Subjects, Photographers Need the Right Equipment Gimbal fluid head enables smooth, shake-free panning without micro-jitters for perfect shots. Read More Filming Elusive Wild Horses Requires Reliable High End Equipment Wildlife Filmmaker Remy Tarasin tells stories about the flourishing natural world, but also highlights where it’s struggling. It takes special camera gear to do the job right. Read More Precision Tooling Solutions Meets Creative Motorcycle Innovation High performance tooling proves essential in motorcycle design and rider experience. Read More Coiled Pins Prove More Reliable for Stage Event Truss Systems Truss systems used for public events require the right fastener and interface components to withstand shock, vibration, and the high shear values needed for public safety. Read More WATCH: One-on-One with Chris Porter of igus An insightful dialogue about what goes into designing something new and how it relates to other projects. Read More Interview with Legacy New Tech for Yachts Subscribe to EE Mag! Interview with Legacy 1/3 Subscribe to Entertainment Engineering Subscribe to Entertainment Engineering Subscribe to Entertainment Engineering 1/2

Article Archive May 7, 2026 The Engineering Behind the Fountains of Bellagio in Vegas Spectacular water choreography takes timing, precision, and a lot of components organized and operating together perfectly—show after show. Read More May 7, 2026 Immersive Night Tour Blends Nature with Imaginative Light and Projection Technology The Shanghai Expo Cultural Park has unveiled a nighttime experience with an ingenious immersive design that blends natural flora with enchanting light artistry. Read More May 7, 2026 Expanding Knife Steel Availability A strategic partnership aligns a knife steel distributor with the manufacturer of specialized materials and services. Read More May 4, 2026 Netflix Australia's APEX Movie Used Zero-Emission Power On Set The power system chosen for the film's base camp ran the entire production compound, including electrical equipment, trailers, kitchens, and other onsite facilities. Read More May 4, 2026 The First Vertical Launch Spaceport in Europe Gets Cloud-Based Comm System The SaxaVord Spaceport recently received a high-tech cloud-based voice communications system for their ground control center. Read More May 4, 2026 Students Design Versatile and Scalable Vehicle Students at California State University, Chico, gained hands-on experience and technical expertise that will empower them to excel in real-world engineering and innovation roles. Read More Apr 27, 2026 Capturing an Entire Palace Complex with 3D Scanning How 3D scanning specialists digitally captured multiple buildings in one of the busiest areas of the Grand Duchy of Luxembourg with sufficient detail for VR/AR applications. Read More Apr 28, 2026 When Challenges Lead to Innovation: How Nordson EFD Delivers Custom Flexibility While Using Off-the-Shelf Products Welcome to our series on how companies solve customer challenges through creative innovation. We spoke with Nordson EFD about how they lead a customer through the design process while meeting all of their needs, wants, and specifications. Read More Apr 27, 2026 Window Glass on Public Transportation Hinders Cell Service — Until Now A Swiss startup — known for its process that makes glass permeable to telecommunication frequencies — requires the right components to create their revolutionary technology. Read More Apr 28, 2026 Modern Gaming Consoles Require Reliable Power Protection Integrated electronic fuse technology helps console designers protect critical power rails while reducing system complexity. Read More Apr 20, 2026 Aircraft Oxygen Masks Are Essential Equipment — Here's How They're Tested for Safety When you’re flying at up to 1,900 miles-per-hour in a fighter jet, you want to be confident that all of your equipment is working perfectly — particularly your face mask. Read More Apr 21, 2026 Creating a Rust-Resistant Radar System for Ocean Vessels High humidity and salty seas were no match for this corrosion-resistant radar system customization. Read More Apr 20, 2026 Massive Event Incorporates Over 2700 LED Panels When you combine 2,700 LED panels, 42 processors, and 120 distribution units together for one event, you had better do it right. Read More Apr 10, 2026 World's First Electric Snowbike is Highly Maneuverable and Reliable The MoonBike was specifically designed for speed, endurance, low maintenance, and fun. Read More Apr 10, 2026 Using Sound and Vibration Simulation for Vehicle Development Advanced simulator allows vehicle developers to accurately experience the noise and vibration at every driver touch point to meet brand and customer expectations before building the first prototype. Read More Apr 13, 2026 Full Solution Custom Assembly Simplifies EV Charging A fast-growing electric vehicle infrastructure provider required compact, high-speed components for fluid handling within the power electronics enclosure of next-generation EV chargers. Read More Apr 3, 2026 Powering the Moving Stage for Cirque du Soleil’s KA While artistry and acrobatics captivates audiences in Cirque du Soleil’s KA, there’s a hidden force that brings these spectacles to life. Read More Apr 3, 2026 "Flying Theater" has Spherical Projection Screen with Synchronized Effects for Immersive Experience PC-based technology provides highly precise motion control and synchronization for all types of entertainment applications — including indoor attractions, signage, and more. Read More Apr 2, 2026 Upgrading Old Diesel Locomotives to Hybrid and Overhead Line Operation The locomotives will be able to use power from overhead lines, traction batteries, and a new model diesel generator, reducing noise and fumes around maintenance crews. Read More Mar 23, 2026 What It Takes to Automate a 120,000 Square Foot Water Park The Island Waterpark at Showboat Hotel and Casino in Atlantic City includes 11 winding water slides, a 500-foot lazy river, and a state-of-the-art surf simulator. Read More Mar 24, 2026 Pneumatic Telescope Controls Adjust for Atmospheric Variation Automatically An optical/infrared telescope recently got a mirror control upgrade that is more accurate and cuts costs. Read More Mar 23, 2026 How Technology Transformed the Washington Monument into an Immersive Storytelling Platform Through a complex array of projection mapping, "America's Tallest Birthday Candle" illuminated the night sky with hourly historical events celebrating the 250th birthday of the United States. Read More Mar 16, 2026 What Does Dinosaur Skin Feel Like? Here’s How Scientists 3D Scan and Print Fossils for Museums A behind-the-scenes look at the technology that brings dinosaurs to life at Seattle’s Burke Museum of Natural History and Culture. Read More Mar 13, 2026 The Smart Systems and Advanced Aquatic Engineering Behind Surf Parks With factors such as wave quality, energy consumption, water quality, safety, and guest throughput all impacting operations, surf parks are notoriously complex. These smart systems are helping to optimize operations. Read More Mar 13, 2026 Upgrading a Small Town Theatre's Rotating Stage After running for decades on its original electro-hydraulic drive, Timber Lake Playhouse’s revolving stage system received significant behind-the-scenes upgrades in recent years. Read More Mar 9, 2026 The Specialized Visual Technology at Dua Lipa's Radical Optimism Tour Spanning multiple continents, the tour required a production system capable of maintaining consistent, high-quality visuals wherever it traveled. Read More Mar 9, 2026 The Autonomous Choreography Behind Docking Orion In NASA’s Artemis campaign, Orion is the only spacecraft capable of taking humans from Earth to lunar orbit. Docking is a dance between precision and timing. Read More Mar 9, 2026 Restoring Vintage Porsches with 3D Tools and 3D Printing Using the latest in 3D printing along with creative license, this custom car builder is breaking the mold. Read More Mar 2, 2026 How LED Displays and Real-Time CGI Could Replace Green Screens in Film and TV At the Virtual Production Days event at the Amsterdam Studio, a combination of LED displays and processing technologies were showcased for film and TV. Read More Feb 26, 2026 Shock and Vibration Take a Toll on Athletes' Bone, Joint, and Brain Health — These Materials Reduce the Impact Impact-absorbing innovation in sports gear can reduce the risks of bone, joint, and brain damage in sports. Here's how the materials behind helmets, rackets, and more make a meaningful difference. Read More Mar 2, 2026 Exploring a Completely Silent Anechoic Chamber Without any sound to distract you, you can hear your heart, lungs, and more — watch this video from Veritasium to explore what it's like to step inside an anechoic chamber. Read More Feb 24, 2026 Climb Aboard the World's Tallest Ferris Wheel How engineers made the loading conveyor for Ain Dubai — the world's biggest observation wheel — faster, safer, and more efficient. Read More Feb 24, 2026 How Industrial CT Scanning Allows Engineers to Examine Parts Non-Destructively Along with comparative analysis tools, Trek Bicycle was able to fine-tune prototypes, investigate potential issues, and adjust their manufacturing process. Read More Feb 24, 2026 How Iceland's Renowned Theatre Seamlessly Upgraded Its Intercom System Reykjavik City Theatre recently underwent a major intercom system upgrade — with minimal disruption — to deliver flexibility within a unified production network infrastructure. Read More Feb 16, 2026 Robot Goalie Has Sub-Millimeter Accuracy Optical Tracking Mark Rober’s latest engineering video pitches legendary Portugal soccer player Cristiano Ronaldo against a robot goalie. See who’s up to the challenge. Read More Feb 16, 2026 The Special Materials That Make Harsh Ocean Travel Possible A small but vital component helps protect people, goods, and ships in some of the harshest conditions imaginable. Read More Feb 16, 2026 WATCH: One-on-One with Joe Rando of Rando Productions A conversation with Joe Rando on how teams of creative engineers bring entertainment to life in stage, film, theme parks, and more Read More Feb 2, 2026 Beekeepers Are Buzzing Over a Hive Monitoring System with Hourly Reports Engineers had to overcome challenges such as durability, weatherproofing, and isolated locations when designing a scale to track hive numbers, winter honey reserves, and more. Read More Feb 2, 2026 The Core Innovations Behind the Industrialization of Intelligent Robotics A system-level platform spanning humanoid robotic arms, integrated joint modules, global remote operations, and open-sourced real-world data was exhibited at CES 2026. Read More Feb 2, 2026 Using Water as a Refrigerant? This Company Says "Yes" In an unprecedented and innovative approach to cooling technology, one company has found a way to use water as a refrigerant. Read More Jan 27, 2026 Let's Face It: Disney's Next Gen Animatronic Technology is Changing the Game The next generation of animatronics is face technology that is capable of providing realistic facial movements to make characters truly come to life. Read More Jan 27, 2026 From Museums to Trade Shows, Touch Screen Displays Are More Accessible Than Ever Rent touch screens and digital kiosks for product demos, interactive maps, digital signage, wayfinding, presentations, and more. Read More Jan 27, 2026 Battery Recycling for an Eco-Friendly World A smart battery recycling factory, using process automation systems, must deliver productivity and safety while maintaining high environmental goals. Read More Jan 19, 2026 Rose Parade Float Uses High-End Animatronics Closed-loop feedback system allows programmers to choreograph four-axes of eagle motion in sync with a musical soundtrack. Read More Jan 19, 2026 The 7 Hidden Systems and Considerations Behind the Most Ambitious Aquarium Designs Inside the hidden systems that shape today’s most impressive aquarium experiences — where engineering, animal welfare, and guest immersion converge. Read More Jan 19, 2026 Noise Pollution is a Big Threat to Blue Whales — Here’s How Scientists Are Listening In A deep dive into the hydrophone arrays and specific equipment used by scientists at Project Blue Whale at the University of Iceland. Read More Jan 13, 2026 Giant Kinetic Dragonfly is Half Helicopter, Half Light Show Art and technology came together to create a dramatic stage show with music, video, and lasers. Read More Jan 13, 2026 Demystifying the Universe with Precise Motion Control Systems Interface helps a major South Korean University explore the depths of space by designing precise motion control for a 21-meter telescope. Read More Jan 13, 2026 The Groundbreaking Technology Behind Disney's New Robotic Olaf How Disney Imagineering Research & Development brought a robot into the real world that walks and talks just like the beloved animated character from Frozen. Read More Jan 6, 2026 Rock Band Uses Musically-Synced Pyrotechnic "Fire Snake" on Tour The pyrotechnic effects on the Disturbed “Take Back Your Life” tour was precisely controlled for safety as well as a spectacular presentation. Read More Jan 6, 2026 Reachy the Open-Source Robot is Designed for Research and Industry Designed to operate in various environments where human-machine interaction is essential, this humanoid robot provides versatility, intelligence, and is fully modular. Read More Jan 6, 2026 Testing Dirt Bikes is a Tricky Application, Requiring Specialized Components A specially-made through-hole slip ring delivers all the right measurements. Read More Dec 16, 2025 The Technology Behind The Lion King Musical’s North American Rafiki Tour A behind-the-scenes look at the drive systems, automation, and comms that keep America’s #1 Broadway musical running smoothly. Read More Dec 15, 2025 The Surprisingly Clever Water Technology Behind Camp Snoopy's River Raft Ride This interactive boat ride only requires one main pump for multiple, dynamic water features that spray at different heights in varying sequences. Read More Dec 16, 2025 Book-Printing Machines Are Getting Faster, Simpler, and Easier to Maintain — Here's How Reducing maintenance requirements and overall manufacturing costs helped to put book printing machines in libraries, schools, and bookstores. Read More Dec 9, 2025 WATCH: One-on-One with Michael Cuaresma of Festo EE co-founder Terry Persun spoke with Michael Cuaresma of Festo about how applications in entertainment find their way into other industries. Read More Dec 9, 2025 Discovering Traces of the Big Bang Requires Telescopes with Precise Controls How large synchronized telescopes utilize industrial devices and PC-based control technology. Read More Dec 9, 2025 Precision Dispenser Provides Nontoxic Adhesive to Wearable Sensor Technology Ensuring the long-term reliability and performance of wearable sensors hinges on robust manufacturing processes. Read More Dec 2, 2025 How a Deep Sea Camera Servo Drive Endures Extreme Pressures Designing the right servo drive for camera motion in deep sea explorations meant the drive had to experience extreme pressures up to 8,800 psi. Read More Dec 1, 2025 How NASCAR's R&D Group Optimized Its Machining Processes with Next-Level Components Innovative tools help to make NASCAR manufacturing of parts faster, more efficient, and of higher quality. Read More Dec 1, 2025 Steel Roller Coaster Hybrid Ride Uses Advanced Conductor Rail System The ride required energy supply and data transmission capabilities for every vehicle along the track, operating both indoors and outside. Read More Dec 1, 2025 Editor's Note: You Can't Have Innovation Without Failure Entertainment Engineering co-founder Terry Persun shares his thoughts on innovation and failure for December 2025's editor's note. Read More Nov 25, 2025 Wicked Technology on Stage at Comic-Con Blending creativity, innovation, and technology helped make this Comic-Con event light up. Read More Nov 25, 2025 Why This Laser Tag Arena Replaced Walkie-Talkies with Professional-Grade Comms Upgrading to professional-grade comms offered better sound quality and interference-free communication, but involved numerous behind-the-scenes considerations. Read More Nov 25, 2025 The Secret Behind Quiet and Comfortable Golf Carts? Industrial Grade Products All terrain buggies offer performance, robustness, and quiet operation due to advanced drive system design. Read More Nov 17, 2025 Big Animation Dreams Mean Big Storage Needs When a Vancouver-based boutique animation studio outgrew its consumer-grade storage when it took on bigger projects for film, TV, and commercials, it looked to a more scalable solution. Read More Nov 17, 2025 EARL the Bowling Robot Can Reproduce Virtually Any Throw How this automated bowling system — created for testing bowling balls, lanes, and related equipment — was engineered. Read More Nov 17, 2025 Fire Trucks Get a Ladder Safety Upgrade Rushed and dangerous scenarios require equipment that's safe and reliable. Here's how the aerial ladders on firetrucks just got safer. Read More Nov 11, 2025 Groundbreaking Dance Performance Uses Motion Capture, Aerial Drones, and Visual Effects How technology and performance combine to create expressive storytelling and audience immersion. Read More Nov 11, 2025 Mushrooms Playing Music? How an Engineer and a Musician Turn Bioelectric Signals into Art Bionic and the Wires uses bionic arms, bio-sensors, and electronic instruments to create music from plants and fungi. Read More Nov 6, 2025 Electric Mobility Technology Meets Utility With This Highly Versatile Vehicle Innovation has no bounds when an engineer tackles an industry need and comes up with a single e-mobility concept to fit multiple applications. Read More Nov 3, 2025 World's Largest Binoculars Allow Astronomers to Achieve Sharper Images The most powerful standalone telescope in the world uses modern miniature drives commonly used in industrial automation Read More Nov 3, 2025 Spatial Computing Allows Engineers and Designers to Bring 3D Designs to Life Leveraging the power of spatial computing with manufacturing’s digital twin technology leads to more capabilities for engineering collaboration, from product design to manufacturing. Read More Oct 30, 2025 Prototypes Played a Crucial Role in Development of Tabletop Cricket Game Before a full-scale model could be manufactured, prototyping focused on smaller, more manageable designs allowing for greater creativity while keeping costs down. Read More Oct 6, 2025 How an Engineer Used Spare Automation Components for Spooky Halloween Fun Inspired by the automation used in Halloween props, this engineer used creativity and technology to pull together a Halloween Box specifically designed to scare trick-or-treaters. Read More Oct 28, 2025 Explore the International Space Station with Immersive VR Experience This VR experience features realistic and intuitive navigation, helpful advice from Mission Control, and compelling and visceral science-related content. Read More Oct 27, 2025 Complex Communication Needs at TED's Live Events Require Seamless Comms Tailored to TED’s high-stakes live event environment, the new communications upgrade provides robust, real-time capabilities across both on-site and remote production teams. Read More Oct 27, 2025 Innovative Pins Used in High-End Cosmetics Cases Small details like easy-to-use cases with squeak-free hinges enhance the high-end makeup experience. Read More Oct 21, 2025 The Water Systems Behind the Most Technologically Advanced Legoland See how the Legoland Shanghai Resort integrated technology and creativity to produce fun and interesting water systems for a fully immersive experience. Read More Oct 17, 2025 Dampening Festival Noise to Create Positive Experience for Attendees and Neighbors Although 18,000 festival goers are listening to live music for several days, neighbors needed the noise limited so that they could go on with their normal lives. Read More Oct 21, 2025 Printing Sushi in Space? It's Not As "Out There" As You Think Unique dispenser technology can produce various types of sushi at the press of a button. Read More Oct 13, 2025 AI Workflows Boost Efficiency for Artists and Producers Software provides creatives with innovative, time-saving solutions. Read More Oct 13, 2025 Motion Simulation Provides Essential Training, Theme Park Thrills, and More Moog offers simulation motion bases and solutions installed in flight simulators, 4D theaters, and theme park rides around the globe. Read More Oct 10, 2025 To Capture Fast-Moving Subjects, Photographers Need the Right Equipment Gimbal fluid head enables smooth, shake-free panning without micro-jitters for perfect shots. Read More Oct 7, 2025 Kart Klash Merges Go-Karts and Video Games for a Unique Experience The U.S. debut at RPM Raceway brings an immersive, game-like experience. Read More Oct 7, 2025 WATCH: One-on-One with Henry O’Bryan of Biomerics A discussion about why one might get into engineering and the many ways to apply continued learning and experience. Read More Sep 30, 2025 Editor's Note: Start With What's Cool Creativity and innovation thrive when the engineer is having fun. Read More Sep 23, 2025 Can These Robots Bring Enchantment to the World? Meet the Mirokai What happens when you take fictional characters and bring them to life? How does this change interactions with humans? And how does it all work? Read More Feb 2, 2026 How Design Thinking Can Change Your Life What do you want out of life? Read More Sep 23, 2025 These Robot Bugs Inspired by Nature Mimic the Real Thing Creating new designs includes a wide view of the possibilities long before nailing down the details. Read More Sep 23, 2025 Violins Too Expensive? School Superintendent Turns to 3D Printing An innovative approach to teaching music brings music education and technology together. Read More Sep 17, 2025 Georgia Aquarium Uses Technology to Give Low Vision Visitors an Enhanced Experience The aquarium is partnering with ReBokeh to enable low vision visitors to explore the aquarium using their own eyesight. 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A strategic partnership aligns a knife steel distributor with the manufacturer of specialized materials and services. Expanding Knife Steel Availability A strategic partnership aligns a knife steel distributor with the manufacturer of specialized materials and services. Edited by EE Staff Cool Stuff May 7, 2026 Entertainment Engineering doesn’t often publish partnership announcements, but we do like to make our readers aware of quality products and materials and the many applications they can be used in. Knife steel is a particular brand of steel for a specific application, but as with all specialized products and services, there are many unique projects that could benefit from the same innovative ideas. Stahl Krebs will become a key distributor for Alleima’s premium knife steel portfolio, with grades like Alleima 14C28N and Damax, and give manufacturers across Germany and Central Europe improved support with technical expertise, regional stockholding, and efficient logistics. Solingen has long been regarded as the center of German cutlery and knife manufacturing. Stahl Krebs has supplied generations of professional knife makers, tool manufacturers, and specialist producers with high-quality steels and dependable service. Its deep understanding of knife-steel performance and well-established distribution network makes Stahl Krebs a trusted partner in the German knife-making ecosystem. Through Stahl Krebs, customers will gain direct access to Alleima’s premium knife steel grades, including Alleima 14C28N, as well as Damax, Alleima’s industrial-scale Damascus steel featuring up to 135 layers of martensitic stainless steel. Industrial Applications Alleima’s knife steels are trusted worldwide in applications ranging from kitchen and outdoor knives to demanding industrial tools. Wherever high-precision cutting, wear resistance, and durability are needed in automated production, knife steel is perfect. This includes machines made for industries such as food processing, paper and pulp, packaging, textiles, plastic recycling, and metal fabrication such as slitting and shearing. Alleima will provide its full knife steel portfolio of 10 steel grades, supported by technical data sheets, heat-treatment guidance, and sustainability credentials. Hydraulic shear machine. Stahl Krebs will handle warehousing, sales, and distribution. With their established customer base and strong regional distribution capabilities Stahl Krebs will complement Alleima’s advanced materials expertise and broad knife steel range. Together, the companies aim to deliver both premium material performance and dependable availability to European manufacturers. “Joining forces with Alleima is a valuable addition for Stahl Krebs. We supply high-quality steel to a range of industries such as those making knives and cutlery, surgical instruments, precision tools and more. This partnership ensures our customers have access to one of the most comprehensive and high-performing knife steel portfolios available today,” says Daniel Krebs, Managing Director at Stahl Krebs. * Images courtesy of Alleima and Depositphotos.com . For information: Alleima Stahl Krebs Read more food related articles >>> Previous Facebook LinkedIn Copy link Next

Entertainment Engineering magazine was created as a magazine for engineers. Our goal is to provide technological pieces that provide ideas for tech transfer across all vertical markets from aerospace to semiconductor and from off highway to medical. While providing interesting information, we want engineers to ‘enjoy the ride’, to feel good about their jobs and themselves. And to enjoyably educate themselves along the way. Read the article Foam Core Water, Light, Audio Read the article 1/4 The latest innovative technologies and epic applications The Engineering Behind the Fountains of Bellagio in Vegas Spectacular water choreography takes timing, precision, and a lot of components organized and operating together perfectly—show after show. Read More Immersive Night Tour Blends Nature with Imaginative Light and Projection Technology The Shanghai Expo Cultural Park has unveiled a nighttime experience with an ingenious immersive design that blends natural flora with enchanting light artistry. Read More Expanding Knife Steel Availability A strategic partnership aligns a knife steel distributor with the manufacturer of specialized materials and services. Read More Netflix Australia's APEX Movie Used Zero-Emission Power On Set The power system chosen for the film's base camp ran the entire production compound, including electrical equipment, trailers, kitchens, and other onsite facilities. Read More The First Vertical Launch Spaceport in Europe Gets Cloud-Based Comm System The SaxaVord Spaceport recently received a high-tech cloud-based voice communications system for their ground control center. Read More Students Design Versatile and Scalable Vehicle Students at California State University, Chico, gained hands-on experience and technical expertise that will empower them to excel in real-world engineering and innovation roles. Read More Capturing an Entire Palace Complex with 3D Scanning How 3D scanning specialists digitally captured multiple buildings in one of the busiest areas of the Grand Duchy of Luxembourg with sufficient detail for VR/AR applications. Read More When Challenges Lead to Innovation: How Nordson EFD Delivers Custom Flexibility While Using Off-the-Shelf Products Welcome to our series on how companies solve customer challenges through creative innovation. We spoke with Nordson EFD about how they lead a customer through the design process while meeting all of their needs, wants, and specifications. Read More Water, Light, Audio Read EE Foam Core Water, Light, Audio 1/3 New Tech for Yachts Subscribe to EE Mag! Interview with Legacy New Tech for Yachts 1/3 Subscribe to Entertainment Engineering Subscribe to Entertainment Engineering Subscribe to Entertainment Engineering 1/2 Past digital issues

Spectacular water choreography takes timing, precision, and a lot of components organized and operating together perfectly—show after show. The Engineering Behind the Fountains of Bellagio in Vegas Spectacular water choreography takes timing, precision, and a lot of components organized and operating together perfectly—show after show. Edited by EE Staff Attractions May 7, 2026 The Fountains of Bellagio are a large, choreographed water display set on the man-made lake in front of the Bellagio Hotel in Las Vegas. Spanning 8.5 acres, the fountains combine music, light, and water in stunning displays that run daily. Each show features a unique combination of water choreography, set to a range of musical pieces, from classical to contemporary. This world-famous water feature is made up of a combination of towering water jets driven by compressed air as well as traditional water pumps. The design and engineering behind the display involve precise calculations, efficient air supply systems, as well as programmable sequencing technology that is highly controlled and responsive. Together these components are able to shoot jets of water up to 460 feet into the air, creating a mesmerizing spectacle. Image courtesy of Proportion-Air. System Components and Technologies The fountains incorporate 1,214 nozzles across four distinct types, each engineered for a specific performance range. Standard water pumps are used to shoot water up to 77 feet into the air through Oarsmen nozzle types. For higher heights of water, the design uses compressed air. Mini-Shooter nozzles can shoot water up to 120 feet, Super Shooter nozzles up to 220 feet, and Extreme Shooter nozzles shoot water up to 460 feet. Image courtesy of Proportion-Air. The Bellagio Fountains are supported by a number of integrated technologies, including ten Sullair rotary screw compressors that power the water shooters and air receivers, creating a mist effect. These units create air pressures of up to 510psi. An interconnected series of high-powered pumps are used to drive water through an extensive network of pipes beneath the man-made lake. These systems are controlled using a computerized network that coordinates the choreography of water, light, and music while continually adjusting for wind to keep pedestrians dry. Pre-programmed shows that include synchronized music use 5,000 underwater 575-watt lights to illuminate the water at night. Water Pumps and Pneumatic Power The uniquely designed Oarsman self-contained robotic nozzle includes a variable-frequency drive, pump, and lights. Powered by water pumps, the oarsmen spin, move smoothly back and forth, and change elevation. The pneumatically powered shooters are designed to be vertical and stationary. Their assemblies use a receiver for compressed air, a cylindrical holding tank, and control valves. During operation, water from the lake fills the holding tank when the valve opens, and the valve closes once the tank is full. Image courtesy of Proportion-Air. Compressed air travels from the equipment room to the storage receiver where it is stored until activation. When the shooter is activated, a valve opens, forcing compressed air into the holding tank where it expands and sends water shooting out of the tank through a nozzle. The air volume quickly dumps below the volume of water causing different heights of shooting water which is proportional to the pressure of the air tank. Accurate, Repeatable Performance Proportion-Air provides a wide mix of current and legacy parts and assemblies to the project. Their components offer a proven durability and longevity of operation. The pilot units for the project are QBS high pressure regulators and QBT series regulators. The fountains also continue to use some of the company’s BB units, a retired series of regulators that are still running effectively and efficiently. The piloted volume booster used on the project is a 2-inch R-series component from Proportion-Air. Image courtesy of Proportion-Air. Proportion-Air products pressurize the three shooters: mini, super and extreme, and provide a specific pressure to all the shooters based on the controller’s command. Since the Fountains of Bellagio were originally designed, Proportion-Air has been involved in their operation. The team that manages the fountains has experienced excellent results with both the performance and longevity of the regulator assemblies. This accurate, repeatable performance is what brings joy to millions of Las Vegas visitors every year. For more information: Proportion-Air QBS High Pressure Valve QBT Series Lead image is from Depositphotos.com . Go here for other casino articles >>> Previous Facebook LinkedIn Copy link Next