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Biological Applications of Nanoparticles
Nanotechnology is the study of the behavior and use of structures between 1 nanometer (nm) and 100 nm in size. To have a perspective about the sizes we are talking about, on the average a human hair is 90,000 nm thick and a sheet of regular paper is 100,000 nm thick.
Precision Regulators that Achieve Exceptional Repeatability and Accuracy
Clippard's new DR-2 Series precision regulators are offered in either a pressure relieving or non-pressure relieving version and are designed for applications where zero air consumption is required (non-bleed).
Cathedral-Inspired Design Yields Lightweight Floor Slabs
Load-bearing concrete floor elements that are a mere two centimeters thick offer great stability without needing the reinforcements typically used in concrete construction.
Hyperspectral Imaging (HSI) Sensor System for Highly Compact UAVs
Corning Advanced Optics microHSI™ 410 SHARK (Selectable Hyperspectral Airborne Remote Sensing Kit) delivers exceptional imaging performance by employing state-of-the-art high quantum efficiency (QE) CMOS focal plane array (FPA) technology.
Wheelchair Powered by Compressed Air
The Human Engineering Research Laboratories (HERL) at the University of Pittsburgh have designed and built a waterproof wheelchair that is solely powered by compressed air.
Art of Paper-Cutting Inspires Self-Charging Paper Device
Despite advances in portable electronic devices, one thing remains constant: the need to plug them into a wall socket to recharge.
Non-Flammable Graphene Membrane Developed for Safe Mass Production
University of Arkansas researchers have discovered a simple and scalable method for turning graphene oxide into a non-flammable and paper-like graphene membrane that can be used in large-scale production.
HVAC Dampers Withstand Coastal, Corrosive Applications
The damper series combines the strength of stainless steel and protection of anodized aluminum to combat salt water elements.
CDC/WHO Ebola Guidelines Could Put Sewer Workers at Risk
Research from Drexel University and the University of Pittsburgh suggests that guidelines for safe disposal of liquid waste from patients being treated for the Ebola virus might not go far enough to protect water treatment workers from being exposed.
Microgrid Project with Li-Ion Storage Gets Underway in NYC
The microgrid includes a 400 kW solar photovoltaic system and 400 kW fuel cell, supported by 300 kW/1.2 MWh lithium-ion batteries and controlled by Demand Energy's Distributed Energy Network Operating System.
Denver Smart City Project Plugs Into Solar
A 1.3 megawatt solar system includes lithium-ion battery storage system and will help power a microgrid being developed along an electric train between the airport and downtown Denver.
Wind, Solar, Transmission Top PacifiCorp Plan
The $3.5 billion expansion plan, set to be in place by 2020, also incorporates building a segment of the Gateway West transmission line to facilitate the wind expansion.
AutoFrac® RFID-enabled Stimulation System Makes A Splash At OTC
Weatherford’s AutoFrac® RFID-enabled stimulation system eliminates the need for control lines or mechanical actuation of lower completions tools when stimulating open-hole sections of extended-reach offshore wells.
Graphene Helps Harvest Stem Cells for Nerve Regrowth
Inkjet-printed multi-layer graphene circuits affect the differentiation of mesenchymal stem cells into Schwann cells useful for damaged nerve repair.
Software-Enabled Buildings Can Be Delivered Instead of Built On Site
Blokable is a start-up company dedicated to the development of safe and software-enabled building that could be ordered and delivered rather than built on site.
MTI Instruments Announces Launch of 2-D, 3-D Line of Laser Scanners
MTI Instruments, Inc., a worldwide supplier of vibration measurement and system solutions, precision linear displacement solutions and wafer inspection tools, announces the launch of their new 2-D, 3-D line of laser scanners.
New Starch Improves Plastic Biodegradability
A new starch-based film increases both biodegradability and water resistance for paper and other materials.
Pressure Independent Balancing and Control Valves Stabilize HVAC Operation
The valves provide a stable hydronic flow independent of system pressure changes, creating a more manageable system for facility managers and occupants.
Honeywell Releases Particle Sensor for Indoor Air Quality
The HPM series particle sensor is designed to work in HVAC systems and consumer products such air purifiers to measure air quality in homes, buildings, and public spaces.
Graphene Coating That Changes Color When Deformed or Cracked
A team of researchers at Leibniz Institute of Polymer Research in Germany has developed a graphene coating that changes color when deformed or cracked.