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New clues emerge into possible crash site of MH370
Using Markov chain models, researchers have narrowed down a potential crash location substantially north of the region where most search efforts have focused.
Video: Donor organ delivered by drone in Maryland
The demonstration of rapid delivery by drone is expected to broaden access to donated organs and improve the outcomes for more people in need of organ transplants.
Report: Metals fraud costs NASA $700 million
According to an investigation by NASA, the U.S. space agency had been provided with faulty materials from a metals manufacturer that faked test results.
NRC approves a new nuclear reactor design
The certification is valid for 15 years although no units are on order in the U.S.
Bacterial synthesis of biodegradable plastics
A photoautotrophic route based on bacterial consumption of carbon dioxide, solar energy and iron-donated electrons enhances bioplastic production.
Are you at risk of counting the cost of poor seal selection?
How do equipment manufacturers and end users ensure they are sourcing seals fit for purpose, with the correct approvals and certification?
Navy invents AI to thwart enemy boat swarms
Though Navy cruisers, littoral combat ships and destroyers are powerful, they are less agile and not designed to fight several boats at once.
New high-performance drone for industrial inspection and exploration
Flyability polled current users from a variety of industries to guide the design of the Elios 2.
Lockheed Martin awarding 200 STEM scholarships
The students will receive up to $40,000 in funding.
Orbital Gas Systems showcases new technologies at open house
They have developed several featured technologies, including their GasPT analysis units and VE Technology sampling equipment for natural gas infrastructure.
NuScale looks to Doosan for help with its small modular reactor
The agreement includes potential Korean financial investors who plan to make a cash equity investment in NuScale.
Study: Vehicle backseats need tech and safety upgrades
The long-held belief that the backseat is safer than the front seat in a head-on collision is being called into question, according to the report.
After Seattle collapse, tower crane standards are highlighted
The tower crane was being dismantled when it fell, hit the building and landed on several vehicles below. Four people were killed.
Eighth-grade girls outperform male peers on engineering, technology assessments
Eighth-grade girls outperformed their male peers, scoring on average five points higher on the Technology and Engineering Literacy Assessment, which was administered by the National Center for Education Statistics.
Drone imagery helps preserve history of WWII Japanese internment camp
The researchers intend to map the existing site and create a 3D reconstruction.
US Special Forces to use tethered drone for ISF operations
The tether allows for continuous operation without swapping or recharging batteries.
Startup using discarded silkworm casings as alternative to harmful chemicals in the manufacturing of clothing
A Massachusetts-based startup is using discarded silkworm casings as a possible alternative to the chemicals used to treat clothing during manufacturing.
DOE funding to help advance energy-efficient buildings
The funding is intended to increase energy productivity by supporting R&D and performance verification of flexible and energy-efficient technologies for residential and commercial buildings.
Clarke’s patented shutter valve addresses fugitive emissions
Clarke Valve has secured European Patent Office (EPO) protection for its innovative shutter valve technology, which delivers precision throttling and nearly leak-proof operation while inducing minimal cavitation with no apparent pressure drop.
Hong Kong buses to be outfitted with anti-fatigue software
Buses in Hong Kong may soon be outfitted with anti-drowsiness systems to prevent fatigue-related accidents, according to reports.