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Scientists create insect ice cream, maggot sausage to promote alternative food sources
Alternative food sources could solve anticipated food shortages due to overpopulation and over-farming.
This oil major is earmarking $100 million to back emission research
The agreement will support research into ways to bring biofuels and carbon capture and storage to commercial scale across multiple sectors.
A homemade Iron Throne and other welded art
It might be surprising that a firmly industrial technique like welding could create artistic sculpture. But the history of welding art actually began a century ago, and involved some well-known 20th century artists.
Researchers develop new plastic that is repeatedly recyclable
Plastic products composed of recycled materials are sometimes unrecyclable, due to the unknown chemical additives. However, the PDK monomers can be separated entirely from those additives by steeping the item in a highly acidic solution.
Phone use while shopping contributes to overspending and missed items
A study conducted by researchers from Fairfield University found that shoppers who use their phone constantly while shopping are more likely to forget an item on their list or buy items they weren’t planning to buy.
Singapore to consider building giant floating raft "islands" for land expansion
Scientists from the Singapore Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering are investigating whether it would be possible to build a system of floating “islands” to expand the overcrowded island state.
New journal of advanced manufacturing and processing announced
The publication is a peer-reviewed journal that captures leading-edge manufacturing techniques and technologies for reducing costs, saving energy and creating solutions that address societal needs.
Photocatalytic process produces hydrogen from wastewater treatment
The photocatalytic process was applied to brewery wastewater and generated hydrogen at twice the accepted rate for scalable water-splitting technologies.
There's science behind that pint of Guinness
Texture-formation in a pint is induced by flow of a bubble-free fluid film flowing down along the wall of the glass, similar to roll waves commonly seen in water sliding downhill on a rainy day.
New 3D metal printer for aerospace components
The DMP Factory 500 permits aerospace manufacturers to develop their own dedicated additive manufacturing factories.
Smart pill bottle may help fight prescription drug abuse
Scientists from King Abdullah University of Science and Technology (KAUST) in Saudi Arabia have developed sensors for a “smart pill bottle” that send wireless notifications when tampering, unsafe storage conditions or possible overdose are detected.
This company plans a $1 billion production expansion spend
The company said its investment in equipment and infrastructure will represent a 30 times expansion of its silicon carbide wafer fabrication capacity.
Non-contact sensor indicates milk spoilage without opening container
The sensor is composed of chemically coated nanoparticles that respond to the gas emitted by milk.
Designing for scale, and social impact, at MIT
Manufacturing products to reach as many people as possible is the principle behind an innovative class at MIT.
IIoT-enabled flow sensor helps optimize energy usage in pneumatic systems
Emerson’s Aventics AF2 flow sensors continuously monitor air consumption in pneumatic systems.
Underwater restaurant in Norway doubles as a laboratory
An underwater restaurant in Norway doubles as a marine life laboratory and research facility.
Tool holder cuts set-up costs by up to 70%
The Schunk Prismo3 eliminates the cost and complications associated with collet chucks by offering a direct, clamping, tool grinding toolholder.
US Air Force tests laser system capable of shooting down missiles
The United States Air Force has recently completed a test of a laser weapons system capable of shooting down several missiles while in flight, according to reports.
Daimler announces digital, fully automated, metal 3D-printing manufacturing system
Daimler, working with project partners Premium Aerotec and EOS, innovated a scalable, digital-only, metallic AM process for the production of replacement automotive parts, including parts for Daimler’s diesel truck, bus and passenger vehicle segments.
Omniguard coils address corrosion potential
Armstrong Omniguard coils incorporate a proven tube and fin design to effectively combat corrosion potential and extend the life of the evaporator coil.