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Machine learning tool helps create drought-resistant crops
The goal of this research was to help farmers and plant researchers breed or engineer crops that can conserve water without sacrificing yield.
Video: Education program to support US green energy workforce
Education opportunities for Sunrun employees include a first-of-its-kind electrician apprenticeship program.
Sustainability and Engineering (Aug. 29 - Sept. 4)
Who is tasked with ensuring humans get what they've come to expect, and provide it in a sustainable, efficient way? Engineers, of course. And here are the technologies they are working on to provide that better future.
Device compares smell compounds in plant-based burgers vs beef burgers
The team would like to use their findings to create a mix of odor compounds that food companies can use to closely mimic burger smell and taste.
First fossil fuel-free steel delivered to Volvo Group
The steel was produced from iron reduced using 100% hydrogen instead of coal and coke.
Boeing astronaut capsule grounded for months by valve issue
Vollmer said moisture in the air somehow infiltrated 13 valves in the capsule’s propulsion system.
New process produces ammonia with zero carbon emissions
The new process uses renewable energy to produce ammonia at room temperature and normal pressure.
Video: Single step process converts ethanol to jet fuel
An advanced catalyst process converts alcohol sourced from renewable or industrial waste gases into jet or diesel fuel.
Dear discouraged engineering student
The trick is to connect with why you are here and then to work smarter.
Video: 3D-printed components deployed in operating nuclear reactor
Four 3D-printed fuel assembly channel fasteners have been installed and are now under routine nuclear power plant operating conditions.
UK unveils plans for a national hydrogen economy
The plan seeks to foster development of a low-carbon hydrogen economy, realize over 9,000 jobs and unlock a £4 billion investment by 2030.
A smarter approach to identifying sprocket wear
Pinpoint sprocket wear with Tsubaki Smart Tooth®
Lockheed Martin debuts robotically-driven manufacturing facility
Lockheed Martin has deployed Electroimpact's advanced robots to keep their operations more exact with quicker times.
For students considering an engineering degree
Whatever led you to consider engineering, I think it will be important for you to know what it means to be an engineer.
How to prevent costly spindle repairs
Introducing Deublin's patented SpindleShield® technology: Deublin 1103-WLSB (Wireless Leak Sensor Box).
Cold forging: Understanding the process and some key calculations
Cold forging is a metal shaping and manufacturing process that plastically deforms and compresses a piece of raw material under a punch and a die.
How to train 21st Century engineers
The trick is to strike a balance between two very important aspects of engineering education: strong technical foundations and market demand.
Carbon capture and storage demonstrated for renewable diesel plant
Sequestration tests demonstrate that carbon dioxide can be safely stored underground.
Open letter to the engineering student
Some friendly, nostalgic advice to the current crop of engineers in training.
3D imaging provides clear image of coral reef health
The new technique is based on adapted Structure from Motion (SfM) photogrammetry.