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Saudi Arabia Tops India as Largest Defense Market for U.S., IHS Says
Saudi Arabia replaced India in 2014 as the largest importer of defense equipment worldwide and took the top spot as the number one trading partner for the U.S.
Waging War on the Super Bugs: “It’s a Huge Collective Effort”
Since the debut of penicillin 70 years ago, antibiotics have justifiably established their reputation as a true miracle drug, curing hundreds of millions worldwide from bacterial infections that once amounted to a death sentence.
Autonomous Vehicles and Their Need for Map Accuracy
Experts in the autonomous vehicle field are finding a challenge in answering one question: should self-driving vehicle makers create their own maps? Google Inc., for example, reportedly is creating detailed maps.
Carbon Spheres May Cut Engine Friction and Improve Performance
Researchers have found that when small, smooth carbon spheres are added to motor oil, they can reduce friction and wear typically found in engines by as much as 25%.
Drone Aircraft May Help Assess Infrastructure Damage
Researchers from the University of New Mexico (UNM) are working with BAE Systems and San Diego State University to use remote sensing and cameras mounted on unmanned drones or low-cost aircraft to detect and map transportation infrastructure damage.
IEEE Details Existing and Pending Cybersecurity Standards
The IEEE Standards Association has introduced several standards relating to cybersecurity, and plans to release more.
South African Civil Aviation Authorities Draft Drone Rules
The South African Civil Aviation Authority (SACAA) has drafted regulations for the use of drones in civil airspace.
International Women's Day: Celebrating Women Who Are Bridging the STEM Gap
International Women's Day, celebrated on March 8, is an opportunity to celebrate the achievements of women while calling for greater equality. Make It Happen (#makeithappen #womensday) is the International Women's Day 2015 theme, encouraging effective action for advancing and recognizing women.
IHS Forecasts Deceleration for Chinese Machinery Production
Machinery production in China is expected to slow down this year, expanding by 6.9%, the slowest rate since 2012, according to the Chinese Machinery Production Quarterly Tracker report from IHS.
Nuclear Power Plant on Hold in U.S. as Areva Asks for EPR Review Suspension
Areva Inc. has asked the US Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC) to suspend work on the design certification of the US EPR until further notice.
Airbus Helicopters Unveils H160 Aircraft
Airbus Helicopters revealed a full-scale model of its H160 helicopter at Heli-Expo 2015 in Orlando, Flo., in early March.
Boosting Electrical Energy Storage Using Graphitic Material
Future technology requires electrical energy storage systems to have much larger storage capability, rapid charge/discharge cycling and improved endurance.
Cutting Greenhouse Gas Emissions with a More Effective Carbon Capture Method
One significant way to reduce greenhouse gas emissions entails trapping carbon dioxide (CO2) emissions from power plants and various industries.
Flow Battery Technology Aims to Take the Driver's Seat
Switzerland's well-known neutrality extends beyond politics. Most European automotive manufacturers see it as an unbiased arena since the country has no production vehicle industry.
Machine Safety in Factory Automation
Machine safety has evolved in recent years. The idea that safety components and systems are only installed to appease the minimum requirements set out by law has eased. Today, companies have realized that safety is also linked to performance and to the image of a company.
Russia Bundles Water Desalination Technology with Nuclear Power
The head of Rusatom Overseas, a subsidiary of Russia’s State Atomic Energy Corp. (ROSATOM), announced plans to sell desalination facilities integrated with large-capacity nuclear power plants to Russian export markets.
ASTM Seeks Input on Container Performance Testing Standard Revision
Laboratory tests examining the ability of shipping containers to withstand distribution environments and hazards may soon have an updated ASTM standard to follow.
ASTM Water Park Standard Highlights Stationary Wave Systems
Stationary wave systems bring the thrill of surfing to water parks. Safe construction and operation is important for protecting water park users from dangerous accidents.
GE Perfects Silicon Carbide Engines for Jet Aircraft
After decades of development, scientists at GE's Global Research Center in Niskayuna, New York, say they have perfected a material made of silicon carbide that could lead to fuel-efficiency gains in commercial aircraft, according to a news report in the Albany Times Union newspaper.
Industry Leaders Headline List of Speakers at IHS Energy CERAWeek 2015
An international group of industry, policy, technology and financial leaders—including CEOs and other senior leaders of the world's major energy producers—will join leading experts from IHS at the world's pre-eminent energy conference, IHS Energy CERAWeek 2015, Apr. 20-24 at the Hilton Americas, in Houston, Texas.