Archive for September, 2007

Non-stick Molds

Monday, September 10th, 2007 Posted in Uncategorized | Comments Off

Aircraft wings and dashboards are shaped in metal molds. These have to be 'greased', just like cake tins, before each molding process so that the plastic parts can be extracted ... Read more..

Engineers Rescue Aging Satellites, Saving Millions

Saturday, September 8th, 2007 Posted in Uncategorized | Comments Off

Researchers have used a new technique to save $60 million for broadcasters by extending the service life of two communications satellites. The technique works by applying an advanced simulation and ... Read more..

Air Quality In Airplanes: Blame Ozone And Natural Oils On Skin

Thursday, September 6th, 2007 Posted in Uncategorized | Comments Off

Airline passengers and crews who gripe about poor cabin air quality could have a new culprit to blame: the oils on their skin, hair and clothing. A new study suggests ... Read more..

Airplane Monitors Great Lakes Algae

Saturday, September 1st, 2007 Posted in Uncategorized | Comments Off

A rare bird has been flying over the Great Lakes recently, and it isn't migrating or searching for prey. This hawkeyed species is a Learjet aircraft outfitted with an advanced ... Read more..