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Principles of flat plate solar collectors
A flat plate solar collector simply converts radiant solar energy from the sun into heat energy, which is then used to heat water. However, while simple in design and operation, there are several components that make these collectors operate desirably and several essential equations that are used for designing them.
New cellulose-based film inactivates COVID-19 in minutes
The nearly invisible thin film was developed jointly with the firm FiberLean Technologies, a specialist in microfibrillated cellulose (MFC) applications.
DOE opens its Fall 2023 Geothermal Collegiate Competition
Teams from collegiate institutions are invited by the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) to participate in its Fall 2023 Geothermal Collegiate Competition.
Watch this shape-shifting seed robot explore the environment
The wireless, biodegradable and battery-free robot was demonstrated to transform itself and explore the environment autonomously.
Coatings keep PV systems clean and green
Application of antistatic and hydrophobic coatings reduces soiling and boosts photovoltaic (PV) module performance.
Piezoelectric sensor keeps its cool in extreme environments
The sensor was demonstrated to perform effectively in temperatures as high as 900° C.
Embedded world China 2023: SECO and Exein team up to transform IoT cybersecurity
Attendees will experience integrated internet of things (IoT) cybersecurity solutions engineered by SECO and Exein.
Algorithm determines just how processed our food is
To develop the machine learning classifier, dubbed FoodProX, the team of researchers used nutritional labeling information as provided by the U.S. Department of Agriculture's Food and Nutrient Database for Dietary Studies.
Satellite imagery shores up coral reef conservation
The power of deep learning has been harnessed to monitor the health of coral reefs from space.
Video: Nuclear power and the fate of US air quality
Increased use of fossil fuels to fill the energy gap associated with U.S. nuclear power plant retirements could cause more than 5,000 premature deaths.
Open-source energy system model offers global coverage
The method creates model-ready data and supports integrated energy planning studies for any set of countries.
Cleaning up space debris with a laser beam
The tractor-beam inspired machine, dubbed an electrostatic tractor, would reportedly be capable of moving a several ton object to a satellite graveyard orbit or de-orbit the objects entirely.
No solvents needed to produce these battery electrodes
The use of flammable and toxic solvents in lithium-ion battery electrode production can be eliminated with a new solvent-free dry-printing manufacturing process.
Building big torque from a low-compression, pump-gas Pontiac
Learn about the transformation of d 1972 455 H.O. block, crank, rods, and heads into a reliable yet powerful engine.
A fruitful approach to solar-driven water purification
Coconut husks and other fruit wastes can be transformed into MXene to enhance the efficiency of solar water desalination and purification.
Fastener Training Week set for Chicago in August
Classroom education and hands-on exercises cover manufacturing processes, consensus standards and quality control.
Strip levelling technology leader UNGERER merges with REDEX Group
The change will allow UNGERER to be even more integrated into REDEX’s international sales, service and technology network.
Celanese to unveil latest solutions portfolio for electric vehicles at EVS36
The company will showcase an expanded portfolio of materials and systems developments that accelerate innovation for advanced mobility applications.
Choosing the right potting compound: Here is why it matters
The ideal potting compound for a specific application will have the proper dielectric constant, electrical resistance and breakdown voltage.
MIT develops smart suture for drug delivery, sensing
The suture was developed by “decellularizing” pig tissue, wherein cellular material was removed using detergents and other components, resulting in a cell-free material dubbed “De-gut.”