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  Multi-university team, including researchers from  Lehigh University , reports catalysis breakthrough that could support oxidative coupling of methane (OCM) as an economically viable, more sustainable method for producing the essential chemical feedstock. Ethylene is sometimes called the most important chemical in the petrochemical industry because it serves as the feedstock for a huge range of everyday products. It’s used in the production of antifreeze, vinyl, synthetic rubber, foam insulation, and plastics of all kinds. Currently, ethylene is produced through an energy- and resource-intensive process called steam cracking, where extremes of temperature and pressure produce ethylene from crude oil in the presence of steam—and in the process, emit tons of carbon dioxide into the atmosphere. Another way in which ethylene can be produced, however, is through a process called oxidative coupling of methane (OCM). It has the potential to be a greener alternative to steam crackin...

  Biomedical engineering and robotics are changing the face of healthcare, combining the best of technology and human biology to solve real-world medical challenges. By blending engineering with the precision and intelligence of robotics, this collaboration is opening up exciting new possibilities for the future of medicine. Image Credit: Gorodenkoff/Shutterstock.com Why is Biomedical Engineering Vital for Robotic Innovation? The partnership between biomedical engineering and robotics is solving some of healthcare’s toughest challenges. Together, they are creating systems that enhance precision, efficiency, and safety while expanding access to advanced medical care. What is Bionic Engineering? Precision and Personalization in Care Biomedical engineering is a cornerstone of precision medicine, enabling robotic systems to cater to individual patient needs. Engineers leverage physiological data to develop technologies like personalized prosthetics and adaptive rehabilitation robots, d...

By Chu Daye Published: Aug 25, 2024 06:46 PM A vessel carrying China's heaviest offshore oil platform departed from Qingdao, East China's Shandong Province, on August 16, 2024, en route to Saudi Arabian waters. Photo: VCG Yin Jifu is a senior engineer with the National Engineering Research Center of Dredging Technology and Equipment under the state-owned construction giant China Communications Construction Company (CCCC). Yin, whole holds a doctorate degree, has been working hard. "The recently concluded third plenary session of the 20th Central Committee of the Communist Party of China filled me with great confidence. The reform-centric resolution of the plenum led me to believe that now it is the right time to do big things," Yin told the Global Times. According to a resolution adopted at the plenum, the country vowed to foster new quality productive forces, advance modern engineering technology, and establish mechanisms to ensure increased funding for future in...

  Last updated on   Apr 3, 2025 Becoming a research scientist is quite the dream role for many individuals passionate about discovering new things and pushing the boundaries of what is known. They’ve also become essential in advancing science, technology, and our understanding of the world. If you’re wondering, “How can I become a research scientist?”, this guide will explain what a  research scientist  does, how to become a research scientist, their importance, the skills required, the different types of research scientists, their average salary, career opportunities, and the future of this exciting field. What Does a Research Scientist Do? In summary, research scientists conduct experiments, analyze data, and develop new theories or products. Their work is often performed in laboratories through fieldwork and theoretical research. They specialize in specific study areas, mainly biology, chemistry, physics, environmental and climate, or social sciences. They design ...

  Artificial intelligence is redefining how organizations work, learn and defend themselves. But while the tech is moving fast, training strategies meant to prepare security professionals often lag far behind. That gap isn't just a novel problem for enterprises. It is persistent, pervasive and reshaping the very nature of cybersecurity careers. See Also:   OnDemand | Navigate the threat of AI-powered cyberattacks I just had the pleasure of participating in a  CyberEd.io webinar panel discussion  related to emerging technologies being layered on data security practices. When we layer AI onto shaky security foundations, we don't just introduce new risks, we expose and amplify every weakness we've been tolerating. What we came to understand through that discussion is the way we train people for these roles can be a critical vulnerability. Security Careers Are Entering a New Phase The traditional model - static certifications, annual compliance refreshers and generalized...

  May 13, 2025    -  By  Paul McBurney Est. reading time: 1:30 Photo: zhanghaitao / iStock / Getty Images Plus / Getty Images Question: What are the main challenges facing GNSS/GPS-based autonomous solutions in terms of signal integrity, jamming and spoofing, and how are these being addressed? Answer:  Outside of the military, interference is the most common threat to GNSS, with the dominant source being cellular transmission harmonics. It is commonly addressed with out-of-band filters. Non-terrestrial networks (NTN), like Global Star uplink at 1.6 GHz, are gaining traction in more mobile and wearable devices to fill gaps in cellular availability. However, it can create coexistence issues for devices for concurrent L1 GNSS reception during NTN uplink. In military cases, while intentional interference is effective, the increasing number of GNSS bands to cover requires more transmission power. Modernized GNSS signals with wider bandwidth signals require more ...

  Abstract Dielectric elastomer actuator (DEA)-based unimorphs that actively bend in one direction, can mimic the blooming motion of flower petals. Here we explore an application of such reconfigurable DEA to create tunable acoustic absorber capable of adapting to fluctuations in dominant noise frequency. The DEA-unimorphs consist of alternate layers of dielectric elastomers and compliant electrodes bonded to a Mylar sheet and were micro-slotted to form triangular petal-like structures that bend upon voltage activation. When arranged in an array, the micro-slotted dielectric elastomer bending actuators (MSDEBA) can open like flower petals, actively reconfiguring their open-ratio. Integrated with a base resonator comprising a micro-slotted panel (MSP) and a parallelly arranged varying-depth (VD) back-cavity, the MSDEBA forms a tunable acoustic absorber effective in the low-mid acoustic frequency range at inactive state. Meanwhile, upon voltage activation, it increased the absorber’s...