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Transverse flux heating: A compact, flexible manufacturing technology for advanced high strength steel
The automotive industry is using innovative materials manufacturing technology to meet its omnipresent goals of reducing vehicle mass.
Watch: John Hopkins' new fast, strong, waterproof adhesive research
Adhesives are largely considered a solved problem. Even underwater, glues can be used in a wide range of maritime applications. Thing is, they’re just not that effective.
Sandwich battery offers powerful treat for EVs
The multilayered battery can be charged and discharged at least 10,000 times at a high current density.
Video: Winner of 'What's So Cool About Manufacturing?' contest
Each student team scripts, shoots, edits and produces a short video that documents their experience, highlighting what's "cool" about manufacturing. Twenty area manufacturers partnered with the students to introduce and inspire careers in manufacturing.
Women taking advantage of welding opportunities
Various courses have sprung up around the United States, to get females acquainted with and skilled in this vital trade. There has never been a better time, as multiple industries, including trades and manufacturing, are concerned about labor shortages.
World's most compact industrial robot arm
Industrial robot arms are used in a variety of industries. From the largest task to the smallest task, robotic arms can be the key to success.
SpectraSyn MaX next generation polyalphaolefin provides improved fuel economy and energy efficiency
Electric vehicle driveline fluids formulated with SpectraSyn MaX deliver enhanced energy efficiency to extend vehicle range.
Valuation guide for pumped storage hydropower
Definitive guidance is provided on how to value pumped storage hydropower projects.
EPA relaunches climate indicators website
The site, shuttered in 2017, compiles evidence of changes to climate reflected in rising temperatures, ocean sea level rise and other metrics.
Piezoelectric patch monitors water pipe integrity
Bio-based piezoelectric patches composed of crystallized amino acids are sensitive enough to detect leaks as small as 2 mm.
EZ Blockchain brings crypto mining solutions to oil and gas
The data center was installed over three days in February 2021 and fully operational by March 2021.
ControlByWeb scalable I/O platform adds remote monitoring capability
The X-400 model enhances the company’s flexible and expandable I/O platform and brings affordable scalability to remote installations.
Study: Alternative foods are needed to ensure future food security
Radical changes are needed to ensure food security because traditional food production will not be able to keep up with climate change threats.
Engineered bacteria economically create chemicals
Researchers from Hiroshima University found a way to economically produce acetone with engineered bacteria.
Green light for first major offshore wind project in US
The 800 MW project will create 3,600 area jobs and will power up to 400,000 homes.
US power sector strides toward zero carbon emissions
The industry is halfway toward achieving its zero emissions goal.
Renewable energy integration would strengthen the US power grid
According to researchers, a highly resilient and decarbonized energy system is entirely viable and possible.
Scientists develop coating for use at New Zealand's borders, mass transit
The coating reportedly eliminates 99.9% of COVID-19 on surfaces in just two hours.
High-purity powder for flexible PI films to help improve speed in 5G devices
The powder offers performance improvements in flexible electronics applications.
Study explains STEM career shortages
The study focused on students who changed plans within the STEM pipeline.