Archive for March 2014
GE may usher refrigerator revolution with magnetic technology
GE Appliances has announced that it is focusing on advancing its technology for magnetic refrigeration–which replaces conventional compressors and refrigerants with magnetocaloric materials and magnets–and hopes to offer more energy efficient and environmentally friendly residential units within the next five years.
Read MoreNews from the glass and refractory ceramics world
Corning Incorporated announced that it will transfer the production of Corning Gorilla Glass from its manufacturing facility in Shizuoka, Japan to…
Read MoreThumbs up? Solar-powered drone maker could be worth $60 million to Facebook (with video)
If reports of Titan Aerospace’s acquisition by Facebook are true, the solar-powered drone company is about to acquire 60 million new friends.
Read MoreSolar-powered toilet uses quartz-glass rods and fiber optic cables to flush global sanitation concerns
A team of scientists at University of Colorado–Boulder have developed a solar-powered toilet, sans water and sewage lines, that can collect and sterilize waste and generate useful biochar.
Read MoreOther materials stories that may be of interest (with video)
Other materials stories that may be of interest (with video)
Read MoreBudget update: NSF presents 2015 request, unveils strategic plan
The National Science Foundation has formally presented a $7.3-billion budget request to Congress that “supports investments in fundamental research across all scientific disciplines, engineering and education that continue to enhance our national economy, security and quality of life.”
Read MoreGet outta my dreams, get into my car—Volvo tests magnets to guide driverless cars
Volvo Car Group announced it has completed a research project to investigate the use of road-equipped ferrite magnets to guide driverless cars.
Read MoreMind readers: ‘Glass brain’ makes big debut at SXSW, but does it actually reveal our thoughts?
The Glass Brain project showcased at the SXSW interactive festival provides a crystal-clear picture of what’s happening in our heads.
Read MoreSingh to receive Toledo Glass and Ceramic Award at April 17 event
The Michigan/NW Ohio Section of The American Ceramic Society will give its 2014 Toledo Glass and Ceramic Award to Mrityunjay (Jay) Singh on April 17.
Read MoreVideo: How the elements got their names
Joe Hanson, host of the PBS series “It’s Okay to Be Smart,” rhymes through the names behind elements of the Periodic Table.
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