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Using NMR to Assess Food Quality
Brazilian company, Fine Instrument Technology (FIT), has designed a device that can analyze both the chemical and physical condition of fruits, olive oil, grains, milk and meat all within a matter of seconds.
Solenoid Diaphragm Liquid Pump is Flow-Tight
The pump uses spring tension in the linear solenoid drive to keep it flow-tight in both directions when turned off.
PETA India to Discuss Big Data Versus Animal Experimentation
PETA India is expected to present information this week concerning the use of big data in lieu of animal testing in research at the “Breaking Barriers Through Bioinformatics and Computational Biology” conference at the Indian Institute of Technology Delhi.
Building a Career as a 3-D Printing Technician
A look at what you can expect on the 3D printing technician job market, including requirements, responsibilities and rewards.
Is Your State an Energy Giver or a Taker?
Overall, 12 states produced more primary energy than they consumed, while 38 states and the District of Columbia were net recipients of energy.
Direct Patterning of Inorganic Nanomaterials
Patterned materials can be metals, semiconductors, oxides, magnetic or rare earth compositions.
These Risk Factors Worry Manufacturers the Most
The survey covers firms in the food manufacturing, transportation, fabricated metals, machinery, plastics and rubber segments. Factors are ranked by order of frequency cited in 10-K filings with the SEC.
Laser Optics Designed to Etch, Cut Thin Metals
Carbon dioxide laser optics are optimized for cutting and etching thin metals when fabricating filters, strainers and related applications.
Roomba Collecting Consumer Information to Sell
iRobot, the makers of Roomba, want to help make your home more sophisticated and “smart” by selling the information it gathers while it cleans.
Standoff Fasteners Hold PCBs Without Screws
Standoff fasteners hold PCBs securely in assemblies without requiring mating screws or other loose threaded hardware to complete attachment.
3D Printing Prosthetics on the Cheap
Inspired to help after a 2015 earthquake in Nepal, a non-profit tech startup is making functional and affordable prosthetic hands using a 3D printer.
Sensors to 'Sound' the Alarm
The sensors can detect hydrogen sulphide (toxic industrial gas) and heat and low humidity (characteristics of forest fires).
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.
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.
3-D Printed Sensor to Help Fight Against Waterborne Illnesses
A 3-D printed device that can monitor drinking water in real time has been created by a team of researchers from the University of British Columbia Okanagan Campus.
Research Taking Bite Out of Bat Population
Concerned that too many bats of varying species are being killed off in the name of science, a group of scientists are calling for other methods to safely study the creatures.
Dispersed Wind Farms Can Ease Production Swings
A new study says that balancing capacity across the continent would effectively minimize the fluctuations caused by the varied weather conditions that currently affect wind speeds.
Pouches Kill E. Coli, Other Pathogens
The inexpensive pouch, which releases chlorine dioxide gas eliminating E. coli and other illness-causing pathogens from fruits and vegetables, is made up of a semi-permeable membrane that allows for a controlled venting of the gas.
Syringes Polluting Recreational Areas, Bodies of Water
Discarded syringes from heroin drug users are beginning to accumulate in unexpected recreational areas and bodies of water, both polluting the environment and presenting a “sticking” danger to people frequenting these areas, according to reports.