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As the Eclipse Progressed, Here's How California Power Generators Reacted
On August 21, CAISO’s solar power output fell to 3.6 GW during the eclipse, about 60 percent lower than normal. Other generating sources--and imports--picked up the shortfall.
New ClearFire®-CE Condensing Boiler Has Dual Returns, Achieves Up To 99% Efficiency
ClearFire®-CE features an AluFer® heat exchanger and dual returns for near-perfect efficiency and system flexibility.
3 New Industries Making their Mark with Lasers
Check out some of the up-and-coming industries making their mark with Epilog Laser equipment!
Stroke Risk Predicted by MRI Mapping Method
The method indicates whether plaques in carotid arteries have high cholesterol concentrations and are therefore more likely to cause a stroke.
Green Solvent Made from Chicken Feed Ingredients Could Clean Our Air
French researchers have patented an eco-friendly liquid mixture that could trap harmful pollutants from the air.
How Will We Handle So Many Electric Cars in the Future? – The Netherlands, A Case in Point.
The number of electric cars in use is increasing exponentially in most developed countries. In the United States, federal and state incentives are a boon to the industry that has been selling plug-in vehicles at a very high rate.
Details of New Hybrid Supercar Unveiled
The HIPERCAR, with a top speed of 160 mph (257 kph), will be available in four- and two-wheel drive variants.
Cheap Natural Gas Hurts Coal and Nukes: DOE Report
In releasing the report, Energy Secretary Rick Perry calls on policy makers to consider the "intended and unintended effects" of regulation and market operation.
Electrified Sunglasses
The sunglasses, which are transparent, flexible and lightweight, will eventually be available in a variety of colors and designs.
The Nano-sized Monster Truck That Could
New insights into nanotech research are the results of a recent 'nanocar race.'
Trees Offer $500 Million Worth of Services...for Free
Urban trees provide valuable services to megacities and its residents, including environmental and financial benefits, that are estimated to be worth over $500 million a year, according to research from the College of Environmental Science and Forestry (ESF) in Syracuse, New York.
Augmented Reality Gives Field Technicians Remote Guidance from Off-site Experts
A new partnership has been formed between Coresystems and SightCall.
JV Awarded Contract for $441M DC Bridge
The South Capitol Corridor Project, one of Washington D.C.'s largest public infrastructure projects in history, includes replacing the existing Frederick Douglass Memorial Bridge over the Anacostia River.
Flow Sensor Improves Indoor Air Quality and Energy Efficiency
The sensor helps ventilation adapt to actual demand.
Sweating It: Wearable Fuel Cells
A team of engineers has developed wearable fuel cells that extract energy from sweat. The cells are capable of powering electronics, such as LEDs and Bluetooth radios.
The Right Shims for the Right Applications
Mechanical assemblies need precision to function and endure. Sloppy design practices using lower-cost, shoddy components and out-of-date manufacturing and testing can lead to failures, unexpected costs and even safety concerns.
Video: How 139 Nations Could Use 100% Renewable Energy by 2050
A new study from Stanford details the benefits to jobs, lives and the environment
Extended Wear Medical Tape for Wearable Devices
The acrylic-based adhesive solution can hold for up to two weeks.
Controlled Burning System Reveals Landmines
The controlled use of smoldering combustion reveals the presence of landmines in peat soils.
Rats Crave Cocaine When Part of Brain is Activated
Researchers at the University of Michigan wanted to study addiction and how it changes the brain. They implanted the rats with a catheter that allowed them to earn a dose of cocaine by poking their nose into a small hole in the wall.