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Best summer vacations for engineers and their families, part 2
Whether getting outdoors is the main focus or visiting a STEM exhibit is top of mind, there is something for everyone across the country this summer.
Artisan robots with AI smarts will juggle tasks, choose tools, mix and match recipes and even order materials — all without human help
There is a declining number of technicians with the right skills, and the quality of things made by hand is subject to the skills and mood of the artisan on the day the part is made. Both problems could soon be solved by artificially intelligent robotic technicians.
Dipping solution could reduce waste from fishing production
This method would help reduce fish waste by creating valuable products from the whole fish.
Geothermal power plant parts are 3D printed
Replacement parts can be 3D printed at dramatically reduced costs.
Desktop Metal qualifies 4140 via metal binder jetting for mass production
The company has qualified 4140 via metal binder jetting for mass production of strong steel parts that withstand high impacts, temperatures and mechanical stresses.
Video: Cognex refines food and beverage manufacturing with 3D vision solutions
3D visual measurement technology is upping the ante for manufacturing and quality improvements on the food and beverage production line.
Why is electric motorcycle development behind EVs?
Electric motorcycle development is considerably behind the innovations of four-wheel vehicles. There are some unique challenges to developing electric motorcycles, that has hindered progress.
Best summer vacations for engineers and their families, part 1
For those engineers and their families looking for a summer getaway, and maybe marvel at some of engineering’s best achievements, here is a comprehensive list of destinations to consider.
Video: Worker training needed to meet global wind market expansion
Over the next five years, more than 480,000 people must be trained to meet global wind power market demand in line with health and safety standards.
Project to demo a gentler process for battery-grade lithium extraction
The extraction process will support a sustainable and efficient lithium production ecosystem.
Ill-fitting masks put wearer at risk of infection
Wearing a mask is important to stop the spread of airborne diseases but an ill-fitting mask puts the wearer at risk, even if they do not realize it.
Video: Save space and boost operational reliability with these screw compressors
The compressors are engineered for medium compressed air requirements in industrial applications.
Over 1 million gallons of radwaste treated at DOE facility
The facility processed over 1 million gallons of radioactive waste during its first eight months of operation.
Rigid couplings for food equipment
The high torque capacity, accuracy and repeatability of these couplings make them ideal for food equipment.
Watch: Reusable launch rocket is 3D printed
The maiden flight of the 216 ft tall rocket is scheduled for 2024.
AI could use brain waves to create personalized content suggestions
The algorithm could also help users understand more about their own brains.
Water balance tool streamlines water evaluations
The tool generates a campus-wide water balance to quantify consumption for major water end-uses.
Energy Earthshots initiative targets clean hydrogen
The first goal is to reduce the cost of clean hydrogen by 80% to $1/kg in one decade.
Computer model can predict pest and disease infestation
The new tool could be used to find the right time to apply pesticides or management strategies.
Green solvent represents battery recycling breakthrough
The solvent dissolves binder material that adheres cathodes to metal foil current collectors in lithium-ion batteries.