Vertical take-off and landing (VTOL) aircraft have come a long way since the groundbreaking, 20-second flight of the Cornu helicopter in 1907. From that first flight in Normandy, France, to the…
read moreAn investor examining the performance of a firm she’s thinking about buying stock in. A government procurement officer who must confirm the hiring and diversity bona fides of a potential…
read moreHumankind has long been fascinated by what we would today call robots. Stories are found across the world, from the singing automaton of the Taoist Liezi and the bronze giant Talos who patrolled…
read moreDepending on how it’s formulated, steel will melt at a temperature between 2,500 and 2,800 F (1,370–1,538 C). Aluminum, on the other hand, will start to soften at just over 1,200 F (649 C). These…
read moreIf you work in a laboratory, and especially if you manage one, you know the challenges well. There is the constant effort to lower operating costs; extend equipment lifecycle as long as possible;…
read moreAs part of its 125th anniversary celebration, ASTM International invited case study submissions from committee members around the world, highlighting standards that have made a significant impact…
read moreAs part of its 125th anniversary celebration, ASTM International invited case study submissions from committee members around the world, highlighting standards that have made a significant impact…
read moreFor millennia, people have engaged in athletic pursuits. Ancient Egyptian monuments from 2400 B.C. depict the popularity of swimming and wrestling, while ancient Mesoamerican ball courts indicate…
read moreIt is difficult to overstate the significance of water. People are widely aware of its importance for human health, ecosystems, climate, transport, food, chemistry, leisure, and thousands of other…
read moreAs the warm days of summer grow shorter and the calendar ticks over into September, thoughts turn to school. New grade levels, new friends, new outfits — it’s an exciting time for everyone.
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