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Internet of Medical Things: Nurturing Innovation
Digital health, also known as virtual healthcare, promises better quality of care at a lower cost, which is the objective of all modern healthcare systems.
Solar Cell Converts Light and Heat More Efficiently
Hybrid system harnesses the full spectrum of the sun’s radiation pairing PV cells and polymer films.
Study Challenges Energy Storage as Base for Renewables Deployment
Massive storage capabilities may not be needed for renewable energy sources, says Harvard study.
Apple Electric Car Could Hit the Road in 2019
Headwinds include low oil prices, vehicle price and driver range anxiety.
Watch: Porsche and Audi challenge Tesla. China and Russia to develop widebody aircraft. 10 carmakers pledge to pursue braking technology
Tesla faces a challenge as two rival brands unveil all-electric models. A report says that addressing land degradation could add trillions to annual world income. And is your favorite carmaker on the list of 10 pledging to install automatic braking technology?
5 Ways to Put STEM into Action
Show your enthusiasm for science, technology, engineering and math by taking specific actions to excite and educate students.
Natural Gas for Export: Process Fundamentals for Engineers, Part 1
This article, the first of three, outlines a number of fundamental concepts regarding natural gas and liquefaction processes.
PV Growth Likely to Remain Strong Through 2016, IHS Says
Global 2016 PV module revenue is forecast to hit $41.9 billion, exceeding the previous record set in 2010 by 4%.
Sewage Sludge Becomes Concrete
Sludge volumes rise and disposal options are limited, so the waste treatment byproduct may become an alternative in the making of concrete.
EV Adoption Could Cut Greenhouse Gases by 64%, Says Study
Joint study by EPRI and NRDC examined multiple electric vehicle scenarios for greenhouse gas emission reductions.
Offshore Wind Sites Approved for Leasing
Three potential wind energy areas off the North Carolina coast have gotten the go ahead from the U.S. Bureau of Energy Management.
China and Russia Move Ahead on Wide-Body Aircraft
China will produce the fuselage main frame, while Russia would be responsible for the wings and tail parts.
Tesla Signs Tentative Lithium Sourcing Deal
The material will be used to build batteries at its Reno-area facility, which is being developed with Panasonic.
Ford to Expand Use of Alcoa Alloy for 2016 Truck
The technology features an increase in metal malleability and an increase in strength.
India and U.S. Open Talks on Next-Generation Aircraft Carrier
India is expected to make an acquisition decision in 2016.
Global Land Degradation Said to Cost Trillions Annually
Forfeited ecosystem services worldwide due to land degradation said to be 10-17% of global GDP.
Reference Board for 48 V Lithium Battery Monitoring
The ams board delivers cell balancing in hardware without MCU or processor intervention.
Is the Supply Chain Lagging for 3D Printing?
Patent restrictions are rolling off, but materials and equipment may not be keeping pace with growing demand.
Fracking Uses Less Water than Other Extraction Methods, Duke Says
From 2005 to 2014, 250 billion gallons of water were used to extract unconventional shale gas and oil from U.S. hydraulically fractured wells.
Porsche and Audi Challenge Tesla
Automakers unveil all-electric car models at Frankfurt Auto Show