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Wind Turbines May Benefit Certain Crops
Turbulence produced by wind turbines leads to temperatures about a half-degree cooler during the day and between a half to a full degree warmer at night.
Sensor Technology Could Lighten EV Batteries
The researchers say their system is suitable not only for batteries in electric vehicles, but for other energy storage systems as well, including those in mobile devices such as tablets and laptops.
Process Could Yield Trans Fat-Free Soybean Oil Product
The intense heat required in the conventional hydrogenation process causes the formation of harmful trans fats.
Plastic Solar Cells with Broader Sunlight Absorption
As plastic solar cells now rival silicon-based solar cells in power conversion efficiency, researchers want to increase the range of photonic energies that they can absorb.
Pipelines More Efficient Than Rail for Long-Hauling Oil
Comparing the energy consumed in construction and operation for both methods, researchers found that pipeline transportation produced 61%-77% less greenhouse gas emissions than rail.
Tight Tolerances Achieved on Massive Parts
Where parts cut on other equipment often require further processing to reach final tolerance, waterjetting may enable shops to achieve that tolerance in a single operation.
Programmable Circular Cold Saw
The tool is controlled from a 10-inch touchscreen and provides for clamping on both sides of the blade to help ensure burr-free cutting.
Leaf-inspired Photoreactor
A solar-fueled scheme has been demonstrated that could lead to the sustainable production of pharmaceuticals or other chemicals.
Learning How the Brain Moves from Sight to Recognition
Results provide a step toward understanding the stages of information processing.
Ultrathin Nanowires Composed of Diamondoids
The self-assembling needle-like wires may have application in optogenetic devices and superconducting materials.
Self-healing Material Could Be Used for Artificial Muscles
Self-healing materials can repair damage caused by the wear and tear of regular use. A device made of self-healing material could last longer and cost less to operate and maintain than a conventional counterpart.
Programmable Material Made from Silk Protein
Several biomedical applications already exist for silk protein. The current work advances development of devices that bridge the gap between biology and technology.
Hydrogen Fuel Cell Customized for UAV
Designed for increased military flight endurance and durability, the UAV is now powered by a 5,000 W fuel cell.
Scientists Extend Life of Sound Waves in Glass
Extending the lifetime of sound waves traveling through glass could help to optimize performance of optomechanical systems.
A Raincoat for Houses
Nylon and fiberglass are being mixed with traditional fibers to control thermal and acoustic insulation in walls, facades, and roofs.
Grade GC1130 Inserts for Machine Shop Use
Sandvik Coromant's high performance steel milling grade is available for use with its CoroMill QD and CoroMill 331 groove milling cutters.
Machining Center Enhances Productivity
A recently acquired 5-axis machining center and 5-axis lathe runs on CAM programming and a Javelin production control system to help ensure full component traceability.
LVD Introduces Uprated Adaptive Bending Technology
New system maintains consistency when bending large parts.
Molding the World’s Smallest Medical Parts
Micromolding "virtuosity" requires special skill in areas such as material selection and building the metal tools used to mold tiny plastic parts.
Paper-Based Skin Patch Monitors Hydration
Conventional methods for monitoring hydration are either invasive, require non-portable equipment or do not yield results immediately.