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Earthquake Engineers Find Out How The Leaning Tower of Pisa has Survived Major Earthquakes
Since the middle ages, multiple strong earthquakes have hit the area, yet the tower is still standing—albeit leaning.
A Superconductor Theory from the 1980s Reveals New Information on a New Superconductor
Rice University physicists have used an old theory that finally figured out why an iron-based high-temperature superconductor acts contradictory, to solve a different kind of superconductor mystery.
New Tech System Bends Light to Offer Wider Light Angles for Augmented Reality
North Carolina State University engineering and physics researchers have created a new technology that steers light in a way that results in more light input and greater efficiency.
BWXT Announces Breakthrough Medical Isotope Manufacturing Technology
A new process to manufacture molybdenum-99 will enable a stable North American supply of this critical diagnostic imaging radionuclide.
Model Could Help Rebuild Louisiana's Eroding Coast
The simulation system could help engineers determine what factors to consider to rebuild land in this fragile wetland.
U.K. to Consider Wet Wipe Ban
Amid mounting concern for plastic pollution levels, the U.K. is considering an eventual ban on wet wipes containing plastic — the kind used for personal hygiene and those used to clean surfaces.
Paper Suggests That with Advances in 3D Printing Come Unexpected Threats
Advancing industries such as the aerospace industry with jet engine parts or the medical industry with prosthetic limbs, additive manufacturing — better known as 3D printing — is making more and more things possible.
Compact, Fully Integral Dosing Systems for Fine Chemical and Pharmaceutical Applications
The integral micro-annular gear pumps from HNP Mikrosysteme are chemically inert and particularly suited to handling aggressive and corrosive fluids.
New System is an Eco-Friendly Solution for Removing Impurities in Natural Gas
Researchers from the Colorado School of Mines have created a new two-part system that separates impurities in natural gas.
Which Electrical Tape is Right for Your Application?
In terms of materials and specs, there is a world of difference between electrical tapes. Choosing the right solution could mean the difference between a durable, long-lasting tape application and a poor application that’s quick to fail.
Tic Tac Toe Playing Robot Helps Patients in Rehab Regain Everyday Movements
A new robot from researchers at Ben-Gurion University of the Negev (BGU) plays tic tac toe with people who are trying to improve real-life tasks performance after surgery.
New MW Industries Energy Solutions Provides Precision Metal Components for Oil, Gas and Petrochemical Applications
Five MW Industries brands are brought under one umbrella to help provide solutions pertaining to springs, heavy fasteners, energized seals, custom shims, edge-welded and electrodeposited bellows.
New Device is a Successful, Eco-Friendly Method to Create Hydrogen Fuel
A new device provides stable artificial photosynthesis and doubles the efficiency of harnessing sunlight to break apart fresh and salt water.
Ancient Solar Stills Get an Upgrade with Carbon Paper for Clean Water Production
Black, carbon-dipped, triangular paper is used to absorb and vaporize water at incredible rates in solar stills.
Hawaii Approves Bill Banning Over-the-Counter Sunscreens That Threaten Coral Reefs
If signed, the ban will go into effect on January 1, 2021.
Adaptive DFS Drives All Flow-type Fasteners
No matter whether your fasteners are flow-form, flow-drill or flow-push, the DEPRAG Adaptive DFS will automatically adjust itself to process any of these fasteners and varying materials.
Nanodiamonds Turn into a Controllable Light Source with a Higher Purcell Factor
Researchers from ITMO University have developed the first nanodiamond-based light source.
Researchers Develop Plastic-Eating Enzyme to Reduce Plastic Waste
The new research has developed an improved enzyme that has the ability to break down plastic bottles made out of polyethylene (PET).
New Method Uses 3D Printing Models to Find Potential Leaks in TAVR Patients
3D printing technology and computer modeling have been successfully utilized to study and predict paravalvular leaks (PVL) in patients who are receiving a transcatheter aortic valve replacement (TAVR).
Industry’s First Steeply Dipping Coal Solution Released by RPMGlobal
The mine scheduling solution is specifically tailored for the complex scheduling issues unique to steeply dipping coal mine geology.