3-D simulations of sneezing, coughing help motivate social distancing
Not convinced yet that keeping your distance and wearing a mask is worth the trouble? Perhaps scientific evidence to the contrary will help.
May 14, 2020
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Engineers streamline jet engine design
Anyone who looks to the stars also dreams of going to space. Turning this dream into reality depends on countless technological advances. One of these is new rocket and aircraft engines, which are becoming easier and cheaper ...
Feb 07, 2020
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Supporting structures of wind turbines contribute to wind farm blockage effect
Offshore wind power generation has become an increasingly promising source of renewable energy. Much about the aerodynamic effects of larger wind farms, however, remains poorly understood. New work in this week's Journal ...
Dec 12, 2019
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Bloodhound's 461-mph speed is big but team eyes bigger record ahead
The Bloodhound, the darling of The Bloodhound LSR jet car project, has good reason to be praised as a speed rockstar, with speed now at 461mph (741km/h).
Nov 04, 2019 weblog
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Leaner, cleaner diesel engines
Diesel engines are widely used in transport the world over. Regulatory and legal efforts are afoot to reduce their use in some countries because of concerns about pollution. However, they are likely to remain a mainstay of ...
Jul 30, 2019
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Owls' wings could hold the key to beating wind turbine noise
A new study has revealed how inspiration from owls' wings could allow aircraft and wind turbines to become quieter.
Jul 04, 2017
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