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7 Types of Mechanical Engineering Degrees
Chambers' Cyclopaedia (1728) offers a table of simple mechanisms as a vocabulary for understanding more complex machines. Source: Public domain, via Wikimedia Commons.Carnivorous Plant Inspires Nanostructure Coating
Nanomaterial samples are attached to a shark net to test anti-fouling properties. Image credit: University of Sydney Nano Institute.Collaborative Robotics Driving Manufacturing Productivity Gains
Baxter cobot from Rethink Robotics. Credit: Steve Jurvetson / CC BY 2.0
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Oil Exports from This Port Are Showing Rapid Growth
In April 2018, crude oil exports from the port surpassed imports by 15,000 barrels per day. By May, the difference had risen to 470,000 b/d.
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Rolls-Royce Launches Battery System for Ships
The liquid-cooled battery system features a modular design that enables the product to scale according to energy and power requirements.
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New CNC Machine Tool to be Presented for the First Time at IMTS 2018
Tsugami LaserSwiss announced today that it will introduce an all-new LaserSwiss CNC machine tool for the first time at the International Manufacturing Technology Show (IMTS) at McCormick Place in Chicago, September 10 through September 15.
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Researchers Test Ocean Debris Tracking Model on Lost Shipping Containers
Researchers from UNSW Canberra and Jerusalem College of Technology are getting the chance to test their ocean debris tracking model on a real-world shipping container spill.
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Watch the Launch of the RRS Sir David Attenborough
The Royal Research Ship (RRS) Sir David Attenborough, the largest civilian ship to be built in the U.K. in 30 years and less formally known as Boaty McBoatface, was officially launched into the River Mersey on July 14.
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Crude Oil Export Terminal Planned for Gulf of Mexico
The project could include 80 miles of 42-inch-diameter pipeline to an offshore terminal capable of loading and exporting crude oil at the rate of 85,000 barrels per hour.
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Richest Star Map Ever of the Milky Way Plots Data on Over a Billion Stars
The grand celestial library – based on observations by the Gaia satellite – is expected to shed light on the secrets of our galaxy.
Automotive Automotive
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Watch the World's Most Fuel-Efficient Vehicle
Guinesss World Records has confirmed that a hydrogen fuel cell car engineered at Duke University is the most fuel-efficient vehicle ever operated.
Building and Construction Building and Construction
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These 6 Steps Could Protect Against Future Hurricane Flooding
Hurricane Harvey made landfall in Texas on Aug. 25, 2017, and impacted more than 40 counties. Now, civil engineers are urging action to help the state protect itself from future floods.
Consumer Consumer
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Hot Enough for You? How Air Conditioning Use Varies Across the U.S.
Air-conditioning costs ranged from an average of $525 in the hot-humid region in the Southeast to about $60 in the temperate marine region along the West Coast.
Electronics Electronics
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Under Pressure: Engineers Face Larger Workloads, Tighter Deadlines
Technological advances are changing the work environment for engineers, according to a new survey.
Energy and Natural Resources Energy and Natural Resources
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These Hydro Dams Could Fall Under $400M Proposal
Removing the dams and power stations would reestablish a free-flowing river for the first time in more than 100 years.
Environmental, Health and Safety Environmental, Health and Safety
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These 6 Steps Could Protect Against Future Hurricane Flooding
Hurricane Harvey made landfall in Texas on Aug. 25, 2017, and impacted more than 40 counties. Now, civil engineers are urging action to help the state protect itself from future floods.
Food and Beverage Food and Beverage
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How Industrial Gases Help Keep Food Fresh
Food-grade industrial gases are an effective and natural alternative that can be used to extend product shelf-life and reduce waste while the market shifts away from preservative-laden foods like processed meat and dairy products.
Life Sciences Life Sciences
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How Package Engineers Keep Medical Devices Sterile
It is the first line of defense, although it is often an afterthought when it comes to medical device package design. In order to ensure devices are sterile, packaging considerations have become a science of their own.
Materials and Chemicals Materials and Chemicals
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3D-Printed Concrete 'Lotus House' Explores Sustainable Methods of Construction
Washington University in St. Louis looks to reduce carbon dioxide (CO2) emissions, waste and material usage of traditional construction methods.
Supply Chain Supply Chain
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Coal Transport Declined in 2017, Continuing a Trend
Last year was the fourth consecutive year that U.S. coal consumption and coal shipments by all transport modes declined.