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Why Industry-Based and Application-Specific UPSs are Important in Today’s Industries
While a mass-produced UPS is acceptable for general use, certain power-critical applications require a more robust UPS solution.
Skinny solar cells boast fat efficiency gains
Just 1 micrometer thick, the silicon cells convert light into electricity more efficiently than other thin photovoltaic devices.
Problem solved: Engineers take on challenge of failing equipment at paper mill
Case studies illustrate the role of engineering in analyzing, identifying and solving operational problems in a production environment.
These robots will make your skin crawl: Part 2
Join Engineering360 as we revisit in a two-part article some of the creepy crawly species to influence robot technology.
Roofing shingles with the ability to combat smog
The granules incorporate a photocatalyst that reacts with UV light to turn the nitrogen oxides in smog into a form of nitrogen that is usable by plants.
New approach thwarts cyberattacks in under a second
In collaboration with aerospace firm Airbus, the Cardiff team used artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning to monitor and predict the behavior of malware.
Study: QR codes could reduce global food waste
Researchers believe that by enabling consumers to discard less food by providing them with more accurate best by/use by dates and data about how long products can be consumed will reportedly save consumers money and lessen environmental impacts.
Gideon introduces its autonomous case-picking robot
The Casey autonomous case-picking robot is an autonomous mobile robot powered by AI and 3D vision with a load capacity of 10,000 kg, according to its developers.
Industrial lighting automation simplified through complete system solutions
As building automation installations continue to gain greater momentum, the industry needs solutions that incorporate necessary functionality in a simple, compact package.
Gel fills holes in tooth enamel
Swiss company vVardis, a maker of oral health products, has created the gel, which infuses tooth enamel with calcium, phosphate and other essential substances.
Remote tracking system developed for oil and gas sites
The SAT4D satellite-based monitoring system from Sensaphone remotely monitors wells, refineries and storage facilities 24/7 for assorted conditions including tank floats, pump status, security, power failure and equipment malfunction.
The need to extend environmental protection to orbital space
Researchers contend that U.S. environmental regulations should apply to the licensing of space launches.
Quiz: Test your hydrogen and fuel cell smarts
Are you aware of the two most common ways to produce hydrogen gas used in fuel cells? Which state has the most hydrogen fueling stations?
Report: Oil and gas brine suppresses dust as well as rainwater
The common practice of suppressing dust using oil and gas wastewater is as effective as using rainwater — and without the potential for polluting nearby waterways with runoff containing assorted, and potentially hazardous, chemicals.
New technology promises to capture oil, other contaminants from the ocean
Using nanotubes composed of halloysite, a clay mineral, and magnetite, a magnetic mineral, the team of scientists proposes applying a magnetic field to the so-called stain to pull it out.
How to take the “forever’’ out of PFAS forever chemicals
Per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) may no longer be the toxic “forever chemicals” that are so difficult to remove from water systems.
Initiative to focus on clean energy interconnection queue
This federal program invites grid operators, utilities and other stakeholders to participate in resolving grid interconnection challenges for clean energy sources.
SABIC at K Show 2022: Making the change real
The company will showcase solutions promoting a circular economy for plastics and a clean air economy through the transition to product electrification.
Apple expands its recycling reach
Nearly 20% of all material used in Apple products in 2021 was recycled, the highest-ever use of recycled content.
Researchers discover superworms that eat through plastic
According to University of Queensland scientists, the common Zophobas morio ‘superworm’ can eat through polystyrene — a synthetic aromatic hydrocarbon polymer derived from the monomer known as styrene — due to a bacterial enzyme present in the worm’s gut.