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Water Purification in a Sack
The device is essentially a special bag that is filled with four liters of water and placed in the sun for four hours, after which the water will be pasteurized and ready to drink.
Easy Steps Could Lead to Big Energy Savings
The Energy Department report looks at how energy efficiency measures could affect energy use in commercial buildings such as stores, offices and schools.
Deal Reached to Continue Work at Nuclear Station
The deal allows for a "transition and evaluation period" during which South Carolina Electric & Gas Co.and Santee Cooper can continue to make progress on the site.
Dominion Mulls Millstone's Future as Kewaunee Closure Advances
Dominion told the New England ISO that it might close its Millstone station in Connecticut as early as 2022 due to what it says are unfavorable market conditions.
Risky Rice
Researchers at the University of Bayreuth have discovered arsenic compounds in connection with chemical analyses of rice—a dietary staple in many regions of the world—that may present increased health risks to humans consuming the popular food.
High Accuracy BTU Measurements with Transit-time Ultrasonic Technology
Sierra Instruments’ InnovaSonic® 207i transit-time ultrasonic flow meter answers needs in thermal energy metering. Their new system integrates ultrasonic flow measurements with temperature transmitters to calculate real-time liquid density, ensuring the highest accuracy possible.
Do EV Subsidies Hurt Vehicle Emission Goals?
A Canadian researcher says that while subsidies encourage EV production, they undermine efficiency goals of existing incentives for conventional vehicles.
Variable Work Zone Speed Limits May Cut Wrecks
Research in Missouri shows that travel time was slightly longer, but lines were shorter and collisions were less frequent.
Software Supports Pipeline Integrity Management
The platform affords a clear overview of the integrity of offshore and onshore pipelines and gas distribution network components.
Watch: Sensors That Measure Pipeline Strain During Seismic Events
Future infrastructure may look after itself by sensing and adapting to the changing environment. Rapidly developing sensor technologies and data analytics offer an opportunity to make this happen.
Machine Systems with Human-like Abilities
An automated assembly system, equipped with machines possessing tactile sense, vision and intelligence imitating that of human beings, can recognize various situations and respond flexibly and swiftly.
Volvo Plans AI-enabled Vehicles by 2021
Volvo, Autoliv, Zenuity, and NVIDIA will work together to create systems that can use deep learning on production vehicles as early as 2021.
Soundproof Curtains in an Open-concept Office Design
As more and more companies embrace a collaborative and open-concept work environment, an often ignored byproduct of this design is a concern for privacy.
Washing Machines: Another Source of Microplastics in Wastewater
The research investigated the number of possible reasons for the release of the microfibers into the wastewater.
How NASA’s Parker Solar Probe Will Keep its Cool
New cooling systems will protect the craft, which will fly closer to the sun than any other mission.
A Moth’s-eye Strategy to Eliminate Screen Glare
Thank the mundane moth for inspiring a new antireflection film that enhances the readability of smart phone and tablet screens in bright sunlight.
NASA Makes Headway in Developing Quiet Supersonic Passenger Jet
Future steps will include testing the plane over communities in the U.S. and other regions.
PPI Indicates Softwood Lumber Prices are Still Rising
In May, softwood lumber prices rose again, likely in response to the ongoing trade disagreement between the U.S. and Canada.
Skanska Inks $1.26b Contract for NYC Train Hall
The Train Hall will feature a new glass canopy roof, as well as elevator and escalator access to platforms serving the Long Island Rail Road and Amtrak.
The Friendly Car Horn
Researchers have tested numerous car horn sounds in an attempt to make roadways less aggressive for both drivers and pedestrians.