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3D computer models could be used to assess new wind farm schemes
3D laser map of Britain is made available online; map is captured from laser equipped aircraftSmarter methods for mathematical analysis, modelling and simulation
MapleSim and Maple to enhance modelling and simulation in space exploration projectsMeeting insulation requirements: 'on demand'
As energy costs drive up the demand for insulation, automated profiling systems give insulation fabricators the ability to deliver customised...
Oil & Gas
Strain gauges for critical measurements
Steve Hewitt assess measuring strain, stress, load, pressure and torque by using strain gaugesStrain gauges for critical measurements
Coating advances corrosion protection
An enhanced two layer corrosion protection process has been developed by AUMA actuatorsResponsible chemical development is required for fracture application
Jonathan J Wylde on a chemical additive used in hydraulic fracturing
Electronics
Vision sensor for quality inspection tasks
The VC Smart Inspect vision sensor is suitable for a wide range of industrial applicationsVision sensor for quality inspection tasks
High parallel vertical probe card applications
For applications such as DDR3 memory, the requirements for the flatness of boards at wafer level testing become crucialWireless autonomous data loggers LOG-HC2-RC
RF transmissions save the user wiring costs, and useful data can be recorded quickly and easily
Power
Novel energy storage system
Highview Power Storage uses liquid air as the storage mediumEuropean cogeneration market to pick up steam by 2018
Germany, Italy and Spain have made considerable strides in building a policy framework to support cogenerationLawyers send complaint to European Commission about subsidies for nuclear power
Plans for new nuclear power stations in the UK are threatened, says Energy FairHydrogen fuel cells
Studying dynamic behaviour of alkaline fuel cells being planned for the European Space Agency's Hermes spacecraft
Renewable Energy
3D computer models could be used to assess new wind farm schemes
3D laser map of Britain is made available online; map is captured from laser equipped aircraft3D computer models could be used to assess new wind farm schemes
Test lab verifies high break resistance of solar PV modules
Combination of thin, strong glass and lightweight design techniques provides break resistance not previously seen in solar modulesSolar energy - South Africa’s job creation powerhouse
Solar employment opportunities 'will be mainly created in engineering and design of solar plants'
Design
Researchers shed light on magnetic mystery of graphite
Finding how make graphite magnetic could be first step to utilising it as a bio-compatible magnetBiomass: Unlocking the supply chain
Forum for power producers, investors, technologists and reseach and developmentSmarter methods for mathematical analysis, modelling and simulation
MapleSim and Maple to enhance modelling and simulation in space exploration projectsFirst marine energy park for UK
'Fantastic potential' of wave and tidal power which could produce up to 27 gigawatts of electricity by 2050
Process
Improving liquid levels monitoring
Siemens introduces two enhancements to its radar level measurement the SITRANS LR250Improving liquid levels monitoring
