HEADLINES ARCHIVE
Watch: Bioreactor designed to produce pharmaceuticals in space
A space-based bioreactor system is under development to support E. coli growth and enable production of drugs on demand during space missions.
The Mars Helicopter is packed and prepared for launch
Perseverance will be key to future Mars missions, including potential manned missions, and the Mars Helicopter will help scientists what roles drones could play in those future missions.
New pinto bean resists leafhoppers
Researchers from the American Society of Agronomy created a new pinto bean that is resistant to leafhoppers and droughts.
Food grade contact cleaner safely cleans sensitive electronics in food processing applications
Suitable for cleaning sensitive electronics with exposure to incidental food contact, the formulation quickly removes dirt, light oils and contaminants.
Photoluminescence technique illuminates defects in perovskite solar cells
The ability to identify imperfections that undermine solar cell efficiency could accelerate scale-up to larger photovoltaic modules.
COVID-19 cancels OTC 2020
On April 2, officials announced that the event, which was scheduled for May 4-7, would not go on as planned.
FAO opens COVID-19 food policy toolkit
A global library provides detailed information on how different countries are acting to keep food supply chains moving during the COVID-19 pandemic.
3D-printed coral helps researchers understand coral reef conservation
Researchers from the University of Cambridge and the University of San Diego created 3D-printed coral-inspired structures that can grow dense populations of microscopic algae.
Ricardo software release heralds a new approach to transmission design
The 2020.1 release of powertrain design and optimization software from Ricardo offers a new approach to the design and optimization of hybrid, battery electric and other transmission systems.
Online STEM education opportunities abound amid COVID-19 pandemic
In lieu of a physical workplace or classroom, adults and children are learning to continue their education and work on all manner of technology from laptops, desktops, tablets and even smartphones.
DC motor manufacturer steps up to meet ventilator demand
With multiple manufacturing facilities in the U.S. and Asia, Lin can increase production volume quickly.
Video: Plans for student-designed emergency ventilator now open source
The device, which can be produced with off-the-shelf components at a cost of under $300, was developed by students and has been brought up to medical grade by engineers and doctors
Watch: Soil is the new concrete
A new class of construction materials could be produced on-site using local soils as additive manufacturing feedstock.
Engineering solutions for the developing world: Part 2
The conclusion to Welding Digest's two-part series on engineering for the developing world.
Engineering solutions for the developing world
While throwing automation or AI at an existing problem can improve social and economic problems in developing countries, smaller and more incremental improvements often work wonders, and the newer concept of “breakthrough” engineering can have a major impact on improving global quality of life.
Mitsubishi Electric develops production line improvement technology
Artificial intelligence-based technology supports efficient design of production floor layouts and material flows as well as accurate estimation of productivity.
Video: Fast-track ventilator ready for testing in UK
A prototype ventilator designed with off-the-shelf equipment for quick assembly will now be tested for safety and usability.
Sustainable manufacturing strategies for reducing e-waste
Consumers often shoulder the responsibility of recycling e-waste. But manufacturers can also adopt more sustainable practices and recycling efforts to combat e-waste.
Technique developed to convey flood mitigation plans and costs
The method relies on visualization rather than equations and scientific language to convey information on complex flood protection schemes.
Honeywell aerospace facility to manufacture N95 masks
To support U.S. response efforts, Honeywell is adding a face mask production operation at its Phoenix Engines campus in Arizona.