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Study focuses on why it is difficult to stop COVID-19 misinformation on social media
COVID-19 misinformation spreads quickly on social media thanks to negative emotions and the third-person effect.
6 recent trends in mechanical motion control
Industry 4.0 is a driving force for innovation in contemporary motion control engineering.
Team uses statistical analysis to thwart malicious attacks on automobiles
This technique will thwart malicious attacks on sophisticated automobile tech.
The role of 3D printing in healthcare
What has 3D printing done for the healthcare industry? So much, it turns out.
Wanted: UK site for first commercial fusion facility
The U.K. government is seeking a site on which to build the world's first prototype commercial fusion power plant.
Study: More than 50% of transit agencies deploying connected vehicles
A new report published by the U.S. Department of Transportation (USDOT) has revealed the findings of its 2019 Connected Vehicle (CV) and Automated Vehicle (AV) Survey, discovering that more than 50% of surveyed agencies are actively engaged with CVs.
Tracking plastic pollutant travel with GPS and satellite technology
How far and fast can a plastic bottle sail through a riverine system?
Keyless POWER-LOCK® ensures more durable drive shaft connections
Tsubaki's keyless POWER-LOCK® system solves common problems associated with keyway connections while driving efficiencies.
Website solution boosts used equipment sales
IronTek Solutions offers a modern online platform to rival traditional construction equipment sales with the launch of Fleet Up Marketplace.
Ring and Habitat for Humanity promote safe communities
Video doorbell maker Ring is making a supply of its product, valued at $1 million, to Habitat for Humanity homeowners. The doorbells will be available on request for Habitat homes built in the United States in 2021.
Study identifies gaps architects face in fighting climate change
While 80% of architects said they want to specify more sustainable materials, only a third believes they are succeeding at doing so, according to the report.
Operations and HVAC team up to enhance connected building environments
A new strategic collaboration has formed to provide the buildings industry with connected and sustainable environments.
New urban airflow models are improving skyscrapers, natural ventilation systems and drones
Researchers at the University of Surrey studied building wakes, the disturbed airflow around buildings, in an effort to improve the air quality in urban environments.
Mammoet’s SK6,000 redefines what is possible to lift with a land-based crane
Mammoet launched its SK6,000 crane, with a maximum lift capacity of 6,000 tons. The crane can lift and install topside modules from a single position, eliminating the need to rotate the hull, which is costly and time-consuming.
Construction workers at greater risk of hospitalization from COVID-19
A recent study from the University of Texas at Austin COVID-19 Modeling Consortium found that construction workers have a much higher risk of hospitalization from coronavirus than non-construction workers.
Building with wood could greatly curtail construction greenhouse gas emissions
Switching to wood as a building construction material would significantly lessen the carbon footprint of building construction, according to a study conducted by Aalto University and the Finnish Environment Institute.
Steel industry shortage due to COVID slump, and other steel news
COVID-19 is impacting the U.S. hot-rolled coil steel sector, which is facing increased prices and insufficient supply to meet customer demand.
Microorganism can produce biodiesel from cardboard
The new microorganism could be the key to green energy for cars.
Swagelok reveals its new full-bore, bidirectional flow GB series ball valve
The new GB-series ball valve has been specially designed with safety in mind.
Free online battery training course for workshops and distributors
The material is designed to help distributors, workshops and garages combat the rise of battery failure occurring because of reduced usage due to pandemic lockdowns.