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August 3, 2021

Swarms of robots work better with fewer opinions

by jason ford in Uncategorized

Swarms of robots could tackle forest fires and other hazards more efficiently if decision making in the group is undertaken by a smaller number of machines, a study has found. Led by Dr Andreagiovanni Reina from Sheffield University’s Department of Computer Science, the study published in Science Robotics could improve how swarms of robots work […]

August 2, 2021

Solving the UK’s hydrogen infrastructure problem

by jason ford in Uncategorized

A lack of investment in infrastructure and innovation to support the use of hydrogen energy and hydrogen-based fuels must not become a roadblock to the net zero energy future, says Andrew Thompson, partner and cleantech sector specialist at Withers & Rogers. While prioritising wider use of clean energy, policy makers and investors will have an important role […]

August 2, 2021

Best Biomedical Engineering Schools in the US

by Engineering Recruiting in Uncategorized

These are the top undergraduate schools where the highest engineering degree offered is a doctorate.

August 2, 2021

Talent Talk: Bringing More Women into the Plastics Industry Makes Sense on So Many Levels

by Engineering Recruiting in Uncategorized

The shortage of talented professionals means that employers must aggressively pursue recruitment strategies across multiple platforms. Attracting more women, who are underrepresented in the industry, should be a priority.

August 2, 2021

Want Summer Fireworks? Design News Lights Up July

by Engineering Recruiting in Uncategorized

EVs, robots, and roller coasters, oh my! July stories from Design News will brighten your summer.

August 2, 2021

Quote and order CNC machined parts in a more efficient way

by jason ford in Uncategorized

Manufacturing parts has been a time-consuming process for a long time. With the Xometry tool, you can now get a free quote online in seconds and instantly access the world’s largest manufacturing capacity. Screenshot of Xometry’s Instant Quoting Engine A game changer in custom manufacturing With demand for custom manufacturing on the rise, Xometry runs […]

August 2, 2021

Reprogrammable Eutelsat Quantum satellite launched

by jason ford in Uncategorized

The European Space Agency (ESA) has announced the launch of Eutelsat Quantum, a telecommunications satellite that can be completely reprogrammed in orbit. Developed under an ESA Partnership Project with manufacturer Airbus and satellite operator Eutelsat, the flexible software-defined satellite was launched on board an Ariane 5 on 30 July from Europe’s Spaceport in French Guiana. […]

August 2, 2021

Solving the clean heat conundrum

by jason ford in Uncategorized

A UK developed heat battery aims to provide a fresh solution to the growing need for decarbonisation in how we heat our homes. Melissa Bradshaw reports The Caldera Warmstone zero carbon boiler and heat battery stand in the garage of Caldera CEO, James Macnaghten. Image credit: Luke MacGregor Amongst the many pieces of the puzzle that […]

August 1, 2021

Drone project could lead to microwave propulsion

by jason ford in Uncategorized

Researchers have kept drone aloft using microwave-powered propulsion, an advance they want to apply to real-world applications such as space flight. Image: Adobestock In a study published in the Journal of Spacecraft and Rockets, researchers led by the University of Tsukuba in Japan have demonstrated wireless power transmission via microwaves for a free-flying drone and […]