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Computer Models Used to Discover How to Kill Deadly Bacteria Spores
Researchers from USC Viterbi School of Engineering have finally figured out bacteria behaviors using computer models.
What You Need to Know About the Quality of Cement
Cement is an integral component of concrete and mortar, and is a primary building material found in structures, sidewalks and roads all over the world. It is critical that the cement is of proper quality to prevent cracks, premature failure and allow the project to be safe, strong, and durable for as long as possible.
Rittal SE 8 Enclosures Offer Better Value and Durability Than Unibody Enclosures
The new SE 8 combines the interior space efficiency of modular designs with a price point that competes with unibody enclosures.
How Wind Turbines Annoy People and What to Do About It
Irritability or difficulty falling asleep are sometimes reported by people who live close to wind turbines. New research suggests how to address problems early on.
Sales of Bottled Water Driven by Desire for Immortality
Thirst isn't the only factor driving the sale of bottled water. According to a new study, researchers assert that the desire to be immortal also plays a role in the sale of the product, despite concerns that bottled water might not be good for the consumer or the environment.
U.S. Crude Oil Production Continues Its Decade of Growth
November was the first time since 1970 that monthly U.S. crude oil production topped 10 million b/d. It also was the second-highest U.S. monthly oil production value ever recorded.
Nanofoam Catalysts Could Make Hydrogen Energy Viable for Large Applications
Researchers from WSU have developed a way to generate hydrogen from water more efficiently.
Moon Covered With 400,000 Pounds of Human Trash
Human trash, leftover from both manned and unmanned visits to the moon, has accumulated on the moon's surface in excess of 400,000 pounds in volume.
Amazon Exploring Use of Wristband to Track Movement of Warehouse Workers
Published on January 30, one of the patents details how the wristbands — through a haptic feedback system — vibrate to steer the wearer's hand in the right direction, thereby ensuring that human workers fulfill more orders. Likewise, the technology is also meant to track products as they move throughout the warehouse.
ExxonMobil and MIT Spearheading AI Ocean Exploration
Scientists that helped design artificial-intelligence software that makes NASA’s Mars Curiosity Rover “curious” are developing similar applications for self-learning, submersible robots used in ocean exploration.
Low Outgassing Adhesives: Characteristics, Tests and Applications
The adhesives that outgassing most severely affect are those that cure through the action of solvents or moisture. These can include a variety of pressure-sensitive and contact adhesives and related encapsulation and sealing compounds.
Video: Using Lego Bricks to Move Beyond the Lab-on-a-Chip
MIT creates a new method to create microfluidic devices.
It's Almost International Women in Science Day
Around the world, groups across many cities will unite in honor of the International Day of Women and Girls in Science. They’ll join forces in observance of this year’s theme — Equality and Parity in Science for Peace and Development.
Tracking Hydrogen Fueling Stations in the U.S.
There are now 39 publicly available hydrogen stations for fueling fuel cell electric vehicles in the country.
LNG Production Starts at Cove Point
At a cost of $4 billion, Cove Point is one of the largest construction projects in Maryland and for Dominion Energy.
Shell Makes a Whale of a Discovery
A deepwater well encountered more than 1,400 net feet of oil bearing pay in the U.S. Gulf of Mexico.
How to Select Air Pollution Control Products for Asphalt Roofing Manufacturing
When selecting APC equipment manufacturers must consider three questions. Does the APC equipment keep us in compliance with environmental regulations? Does the APC equipment require maintenance and downtime? What is the cost to keep the APC equipment in operation?
Small ‘Scale’ Advance for Medical and Electronics Materials
Synthetic scales that attach to soft materials could be used for medical implant, underwater adhesive and flexible electronics applications.
Forensic Engineers: Expert Sleuths Solve Engineering Mysteries
Forensic engineers apply the art and science of engineering in matters related to the jurisprudence system. The field has expanded over the decades to encompass engineering specialties from civil and mechanical engineering to naval architects and software engineers.
Medical Clad Composite Wire Ideal for Implantables
The composite wire combines two or three metals on the interior and exterior, which are metallurgically bonded to achieve properties that are not available in a single alloy.