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Study: Coral genetics could create healthy coral reefs that can survive climate change
Researchers from Columbia University found genetic differences in some coral types that make them more tolerant of warm temperatures.
SPIROL expands Shop.SPIROL.com platform to include disc springs
Visitors can also view or download 2D drawings and 3D models directly from the e-commerce site.
Fresh air or quiet? An innovative device allows for both
Loudspeakers reduced noise coming through an open window by 10 decibels.
Keep your indoor air quality breathe-easy, safe, and compliant
Micro Air's dust, fume, smoke and mist collection equipment facilitate a “breathe easy,” safe work environment.
Tiny, light responsive robots could one day be used to purify water
Researchers from Eindhoven University for Technology created a tiny plastic robot made of responsive polymers that moves under the influence of light and magnetism.
Team develops hard coating to protect surfaces in the food processing industry
Engineers and food scientists from the University of Missouri have developed a durable coating that prevents the spread of foodborne germs on food processing surfaces.
Janggu assists genomic deep learning
A new universal programming tool streamlines deep learning to aid in the study of genomics.
Chemical engineer develps surface coating that kills COVID-19 in just one hour
A chemical engineer at Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University (Virginia Tech) has developed a coating that can reportedly inactivate SARS CoV-2 — the virus that causes COVID-19 — in just under an hour.
Oil and gas companies announce acoustic sensing solution for subsea wells
Oil industry firm Halliburton Company and oil and gas engineering company TechnipFMC have introduced Odassea, a distributed acoustic sensing solution for subsea wells. The technology platform reportedly enables oil rig operators to execute intervention-less seismic imaging and reservoir diagnostics to reduce total cost of ownership while improving oil and gas reservoir knowledge.
Video: HI expands access to pump system training resources
The Hydraulic Institute (HI) Pump Systems Matter Basic Training platform is now available to non-member organizations.
Vortab flow conditioners enhance pump efficiency and life
The flow conditioners correct flow disturbances to mimic adequate pipe straight run and produce a highly repeatable, symmetrical flow profile.
Materials scientists eye coating for COVID-19 battle
Materials scientists from the Pacific Northwest National Laboratory (PNNL) in Washington state have developed a liquid repellant coating for surgical gloves and other personal protective equipment (PPE) to help prevent the spread of COVID-19.
Marine engineering company develops antimicrobial film for the oil and gas sector
In a bid to prevent the spread of COVID-19 on offshore oil and gas platforms, marine engineering company TSG Marine has developed a molecular film for high contamination risk surfaces in the energy sector.
Aircraft hydraulic subsystems work together for redundancy
Hydraulic systems on aircraft employ unique technologies to ensure passenger safety during hydraulic problems.
Filtration system may improve safety of public transport amid pandemic
In a bid to improve the safety of public transportation amid the COVID-19 pandemic, a U.K.-based tech company has developed filtration solutions for both operators of public transportation and passengers on public transportation.
Team using ozone gas to disinfect PPE
Amid coronavirus surges throughout much of the U.S., researchers from the Georgia Institute of Technology have determined that ozone gas could be used to disinfect personal protective equipment (PPE) used in the battle against COVID-19.
Video: Aluminum panel harnesses solar energy to purify water
A super-wicking light-absorbing aluminum material concentrates solar energy via interfacial heating to drive contaminated water evaporation and treatment processes.
Michigan chemical engineers create new bio-renewable resin
Chemical engineers from Michigan State University have created a styrene-free bio-renewable resin for use in the manufacture of everything from boats and wind turbine blades to materials used in the construction industry.
Coalition designs an autonomous vessel to keep offshore oil and gas platforms, wind farms safe
A collective of maritime companies has designed an autonomous surveillance vessel to keep offshore structures safe from collisions.
Watch sound waves move droplets in a microfluidic platform
A new rewritable and programmable microfluidic lab-on-a-chip system taps sound waves to create tunnels in oil to efficiently manipulate and transport droplets.