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An efficient approach to quantum dot synthesis
The cost-effective method allows transition metal dichalcogenide quantum dot properties to be engineered for different applications.
Being funny at work has different perceptions for men and women
The researchers asked people for responses after they saw a presentation given by a woman or a man; both used humor during their presentations. Results differed quite a bit.
Vessel composed of plastic waste and flip flops highlights issue of plastic pollution
Environmentalists in Kenya have constructed a boat composed almost entirely of waste to highlight the issue of plastic pollution.
Unraveling the terrestrial origins of a moon rock
A lunar rock collected by the Apollo 14 mission contains a fragment of Earth's ancient crust, dating back more than four billion years.
What design engineers need to know about encoders and motors for oil and gas drilling machinery
Sensata Technologies has announced a new white paper: “How Encoders and Motors Improve Safety and Efficiency in Oil & Gas Drilling Operations."
Vishay Intertechnology announces new high-current inductor
Vishay Intertechnology Inc. has introduced a new automotive grade IHLP series low-profile, high-current inductor in the 4040 case size with an increased profile of 5.4 mm.
Fault leakage risk for CO2 storage shown to be low
The gas must be securely retained for 10,000 years with a leakage rate below 0.01% per year of the total amount injected to be an effective climate change mitigation option.
Nanotech enables welding of unweldable aluminum alloy
AA 7075 can be arc welded without cracks by introducing nanoparticle-enabled phase control during welding.
Four NASA tactics to mitigate communications system obsolescence
Learn how to fight obsolescence using these design principles from NASA’s Space Network Ground Segment Sustainment project.
Facial recognition used to locate lost pets
Dog and cat owners can now locate their lost pets with help from facial recognition technology.
Electric grid modernization deals are announced
Energy Department national laboratories agreed to conduct integrated experiments to test and validate novel software and hardware technologies intended to strengthen and modernize the electric grid.
Study: Uber, Lyft partly responsible for decline in public transportation ridership
University of Kentucky researchers are suggesting that the introduction of ride-hailing services like Lyft and Uber is responsible for declines in United States public transportation ridership.
Spaceflight causes brain changes similar to aging
Brain scans obtained for 15 astronauts before and after spaceflight show changes to white matter in areas that control movement and process sensory information.
Improving manufacturing production efficiency with laser projection systems
In manufacturing, every step in the production process is an opportunity to save time and money. Virtek Vision International has over 31 years delivering laser projection systems that drive manufacturing efficiency in composite ply layup, paint masking, 2D and welded assembly, and placement of components or materials.
China uses AI to capture misdeeds in public kitchens
Authorities in China are using artificial intelligence (AI) to detect unhygienic behaviors in restaurant, hotel and cafeteria kitchens, according to reports.
Agency: Utility not to blame for deadly 2017 California wildfire
The California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection (Cal Fire) said that it determined that the Tubbs Fire, which occurred during the October 2017 Fire Siege, was caused by a private electrical system adjacent to a residential structure.
Sweet! Sugar-based arterial stent is 3D printed
A novel stent was 3D printed using a sugar-based material, enabling the device to dissolve within minutes of sealing an artery.
New light on corn’s molecular structure could optimize biofuel production
Analysis of the crop's internal structure can help optimize how corn is converted into ethanol.
Automotive composites, part 3: Quality, inspection and standards
The quality and inspection of automotive parts, subassemblies and vehicles are impacted by increased use of composite materials.
First flight with renewable fuels from the desert
Etihad Airways sourced the fuel from a pilot aquaculture, halo-agriculture and mangrove silviculture project producing sustainable biofuels for aviation and food products in the desert.