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Sensors to 'Sound' the Alarm
The sensors can detect hydrogen sulphide (toxic industrial gas) and heat and low humidity (characteristics of forest fires).
Move Over, Boaty. Trainy is Full-steam Ahead
A contest to name a new fleet of commuter trains in Sweden has gone off the rails.
Satellite to Monitor Global Air Pollution Levels
In addition, the satellite may also provide information concerning volcanic ash concentrations and levels of UV radiation.
Rush Hour Air Pollution Inside Cars Worse Than Previously Thought
Researchers determined that commuters were exposed to twice as much harmful particulate matter during rush hour than previously thought. Additionally, the researchers found that the chemicals linked to oxidative stress (thought to be related to the development of various diseases such as cancer and heart disease) were also double what was previously thought.
BMW Invests in German, U.S. Production Plants
BMW is investing more than $700 million in plant expansions in Germany and South Carolina with an eye toward flexible production and new product launches.
How Soundproofing Acoustic Foam Actually Works
Acoustic foam is a common product, often recognized by its unique shape — typically that of an egg carton. Why is this funky shape used to help with noisy environments?
UK to Require Drone Registration and Education
The rules apply to anyone who owns a drone that weighs more than 250 grams (8 oz).
How to Select the Right Automotive Paint to Suit Your Needs
The first choice to consider is the color scheme. There is a range of pigments including metallic, pearlescent, and traditional pigments as well as metallic flake, candy coats, and color changing “chameleon” colors. The second choice is the resin system.
Group Proposes 'Atomic Fingerprinting' to Curb Counterfeiting
A research group at Lancaster University, U.K., has proposed an anti-counterfeiting measure at the molecular level.
Plastic World
A new study provides the first global analysis of the production, use and fate of all plastics ever made.
Wine Industry's Bottom Line Improved By AI
Using a technique called “prescriptive analysis,” the AI program considers all of the factors that go into the mass production of wine, including temperature, inventory and the changeover from white wine to red wine production.
Court Tosses Challenge to Nuke Zero-Emission Credit
Illinois did not overstep its authority in granting zero-emission credits to two nuclear power plants that had been slated to close. Independent power producers are appealing the ruling.
Russia Illegally Diverted Power Equipment, Siemens Claims
Siemens cited “credible information” that four turbines delivered in 2016 for a power plant project in Russia’s south were “locally modified and illegally moved to Crimea.”
Sharks, Whales May Solve Problems Plaguing the Shipping Industry
A University of Portsmouth, U.K., marine biologist is looking to nature for solutions to problems plaguing both the environment and the shipping industry.
Pay for Reducing Carbon Emissions
Currently, deforestation (the removal of trees) lends to a significant amount of human-induced carbon emissions.
Video: Making 3-D Printed Parts Stronger by Using Traditional Welding Concepts
The goal is to make the parts applicable for real-world use and beyond prototyping
Video: Making 3D Printed Parts Stronger by Using Traditional Welding Concepts
The goal is to make the parts applicable for real-world use and beyond prototyping.
Platform Tests USB Power Delivery and Type-C Compliance
Teledyne has expanded its series of testing platforms to four devices.
Lockheed Martin to Build Prototype of NASA's NextSTEP Habitat
The cislunar habitat will be made from a refurbished shuttle-era cargo container
Technology and Processes Behind Steel Production
No other engineering material comes close to matching the versatility of steel. What are the raw materials and equipment required to produce steel? A high-level overview is provided on iron making, steel refining and finishing operations.