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Green chemical production method takes cues from nature
The new method takes cues from the way that organisms produce toxic chemicals without harming themselves.
Wind turbine giant plans carbon-free future
Vestas plans to become a carbon-neutral company by 2030 by reducing carbon dioxide emissions throughout its operations as well as its supply chain.
Innovative spring wire induction temper lines
Radyne spring wire induction temper (IT) lines are revolutionizing the spring wire industry.
Moog’s new electrohydrostatic pump unit (EPU)
Moog has expanded its EPU product line by adding a 140 cc unit to address application requirements with finitely sized modular components.
Ultrasound vibrations create more stable 3D printed structures
Researchers from RMIT University’s School of Engineering have used ultrasound vibrations to shake metal alloy grains into a tighter formation during 3D printing.
Team develops self-healing hydrogel for artificial cartilage, contact lenses
Researchers from the University of Alberta, Canada, have turned waste from the fishing and forestry industries into substitute material for a host of petroleum-based products from food packaging to artificial cartilage.
UK startup creates surveillance bots for farms, construction sites
A U.K. robotics startup has built an autonomous surveillance robot capable of monitoring conditions at farms, construction sites and energy plants.
Report urges focus on supply chain recovery after a disaster
The report draws on lessons learned from the 2017 hurricanes Harvey, Irma and Maria and was prepared at the request of FEMA.
Satellite and simulation data used to study N deposition in northern China
A combination of remote sensing data and atmospheric chemical transport model simulations were used to define spatial and seasonal nitrogen deposition trends in northern China.
Microfluidics and smartphone dial up fast diagnosis for urinary tract infection
The diagnostic engineered at University of Bath, U.K., returns results in 25 minutes and offers a portable, accurate assay for deployment in resource-limited areas.
How DC motor starters operate
Starting a DC motor poses unique challenges. DC motor starters allow a DC motor or motor-controlled device to be turned on or off.
DARPA seeks proposals for tech that extracts drinking water from the atmosphere
The Defense Advanced Research Agency (DARPA) is seeking out devices that will enable deployed U.S. military troops to collect potable water directly from the atmosphere.
How to control heat exchange
Heat and its behavior are complex. Knowing how and where it’s traveling, and at what speed is difficult. This video shows you how to easily keep heat exchange under control.
A simple guide to antenna selection
Not all antennas are created equal, and when it comes to frequency different antenna styles perform better at some frequencies and not at others. Some special considerations are sometimes required in antenna design typically at very high and very low frequencies.
Forensic chemist develops marijuana-detecting test strip for law enforcement
A forensic chemist from the University at Albany (UAlbany) in New York has developed technology for detecting marijuana use based on small skin secretions.
Team to develop robotic mat that repositions patients
Researchers from the University of Pennsylvania’s Penn Engineering and Penn Nursing School are collaborating on a soft robotic inflatable mat for lifting bedridden hospital patients.
Efficient and quiet external gear pump with helical teeth
Elika gear pumps feature a proprietary tooth profile and housing geometry to address low-noise, high-efficiency applications.
Ink developed for 3D printed ovaries
Researchers have taken one step closer to creating a 3D printed ovary for humans.
Video: Gantry motion system for inspection, assembly and 3D printing
The compact XY/XYZ gantry motion system provides overhead motion for industrial automation applications in assembly, pick-and-place, alignment, inspection and custom 3D printer design.
Fuel cell vs battery: Cold weather effects on bus range
A loss in range as temperatures drop 50° to 60° F to 22° to 2° F is greater for battery electric buses than for fuel cell electric buses.