Australian scientists rapid fluidic flow technique could mix immiscible liquids In one of the grand challenges of science, a Flinders University device which previously ‘unboiled’ egg protein is now unravelling the mystery of incompatible fluids; a development that could enhance many future products, in...
Swiss researchers explore reducing Railway Noise Pollution Railway noise is unhealthy. Hundreds of millions has already been invested in noise barriers, quieter braking systems and other measures with the goal to protect at least 80 percent of the Swiss population from emissions by the year 2025 – but b...
New carbon-negative technology could turn waste gases into valuable chemicals A team of scientists from LanzaTech, Northwestern University and the Department of Energy’s Oak Ridge National Laboratory have developed carbon capture technology that harnesses emissions from industrial processes to produce a...
Hyundai finds disability solution for Patrik’s excavator in Sweden Swedish machine operator Patrik Ketti was left paralysed from the chest down as a result of a terrible accident in 2011. Patrik was understandably concerned for his future as an excavator operator and felt doubts about how, and if...
Magway launches Crowdcube fundraiser for their zero-emission parcel delivery system Magway Limited, the award-winning zero-emission parcel delivery system, has today launched its latest round of fundraising. Powered by Crowdcube, the company is now seeking investment of £750,000 to accelerate growth, sc...
Idaho National Laboratory explores how teeth can teach us about modern materials As unlikely as it sounds, a simple tooth could play a significant role in the world’s clean energy future. Dental enamel has unique properties that make it both rigid and resilient, it has a range of valuable applications b...
Engineering and Ethics to maintain society’s trust A new report, ‘Engineering Ethics: maintaining society’s trust in the engineering profession’, has been published today to ensure that ethical culture and practice become embedded in the engineering profession in the same way as health...
Sydney Build Expo 2022 program highlights Mental Health issues With the national construction industry suffering further pandemic-related setbacks in recent months, Australia’s leading construction exhibition, Sydney Build Expo, has announced the program for its 2022 edition, with a distinct focus...
The Intelligent Traffic Systems sector and Supply Chain strife Just in time manufacturing has been the preference for many companies across the globe for decades – a system which relies on a steady influx of components and short turnaround times to keep production going and customers happy. But a comple...
The best Plastics Sustainability innovations to be decided at GRIPS Innovators in plastics sustainability are invited to submit their work for the GRIPS Most Innovative Award, by 5.30pm GMT on Friday 25 February. The world-leading Global Research Innovation in Plastics Sustainability (GRIPS) conference,...
Anderton Concrete looks at the UK infrastructure market and its future Tim Fields, Structural Projects Manager at Anderton Concrete, discusses the current challenges and opportunities facing the infrastructure industry, while also discussing key market drivers expected going forward: “Throughout 2021, t...
ACO’s patented blue roof attenuation system to be showcased at Futurebuild A blue roof attenuation system to be showcased by ACO Building Drainage at this year’s Futurebuild will help increase building resilience and futureproof performance during increasing extreme weather conditions, thanks to i...
Pioneering culvert expansion enabled by GRUNDORAM Drainage is always a critical element when constructing a new housing development and the landowner must understand the water course under the land to plan the evacuation of excess water. The project managers of a new housing estate in Barnstaple, Devon...
Education is the key to solving the Construction Labour Shortage The construction industry, like many others, has struggled greatly throughout the past two years. While the challenges presented in 2020 and 2021 were difficult to overcome, there is another looming issue quickly reaching crisis levels: th...
Artificial Intelligence enables hydropower smart planning across Amazon basin An international team of researchers has for the first time demonstrated how artificial intelligence can be harnessed for sustainable hydropower development across the entire Amazon basin – stretching across South America. The...
The Executive Hire Show celebrates a successful return The 15th annual Executive Hire Show took place on 9th & 10th February at the Coventry Building Society Arena. This year’s event comprised 155 exhibitors, with 42 companies making their show debuts. Unique visitor numbers totalled 2,751 over the...
Finnish Scientists use world’s largest indoor ice tank to test Wind Turbine design In the great outdoors, ice can form, break, melt and refreeze many times over a season. Add the realities of a warming climate, and predicting how tons of frozen H20 behave is tricky business. An international team...
Yotta and Community Models aim to bring a social angle to highways maintenance Yotta, the leading global connected asset management and services provider, has joined forces with consultancy, Community Models, to help local authorities to make more informed decisions around highways investment, managemen...
British Antarctic Survey puts Geotab Telematics Fleet Management solution to work Geotab Inc., a global leader in IoT and connected transportation today announced it is implementing a fleet management platform for British Antarctic Survey (BAS), an interdisciplinary research organisation with research s...
Coventry City Council prioritises road maintenance with JCB PotholePro investment Coventry City Council has become the latest local authority to invest in a JCB PotholePro following a successful trial of the rapid road repairer. The Uttoxeter-manufactured machine was put through its paces by the council...
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