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Commotion with Corrosion By : James Monahan To explain it further, corrosion is defined as the wearing away of materials in a slow blow by blow process. Capacitor: An Overview By : James Monahan Anybody in the field of electronics would doubtless be familiar with a capacitor, but what exactly is it? The Hitchhiker's Guide to Elliptical Galaxies By : James Monahan Elliptical galaxies are ellipsoidal agglomerations of stars, which usually do not contain much interstellar matter, and look smoothly like small wads when viewed through a telescope. Would You Care To Be Digitized? By : James Monahan Gibberish speaking, digitize, as explained in the field of computer science, is the conversion of any continuously different source of input, i.e., lines in a drawing, or a signal of sound, into a series of hidden units embodied in a computer through binary digits 0 and 1. The New Old Wonders of Electrodes By : James Monahan Electrodes are an everyday reality. It is so common that when you hold anything with a battery, you are in effect holding electrodes too. A History of Elasticity By : James Monahan Man has, since the early times, found out how useful elastic materials are. And today's man has improved on this idea and constantly finds ways to make more elastic materials to suit his everyday needs. Copper Makes the World Go Round Too By : James Monahan I'm pretty sure you know what copper is. After all, it's found in a lot of the things we come across in our day-to-day experiences. Need To Cool Down? Use A Dehumidifier! By : James Monahan A dehumidifier is a device which removes excess moisture in the air. This device performs this process by condensing the moisture on a cool surface. A dehumidifier is simply an air conditioner. The Hidden Truth Behind an Emblem By : James Monahan An emblem is a visual representation that defines an idea, thought, or an entity. It's synonymous with the words symbol and sign. How the Meter Came To Be By : James Monahan The meter follows a timeline dating back to the eighteenth century, when two approaches to the definition of the standard unit of length were broached. The Glass We Know By : James Monahan Glass is naturally made out of sand when it is striked by lightning, morphing into brilliant shapes and objects. Pump It Up! By : James Monahan Prototypes, The Granddaddy Of All Products By : James Monahan Prototypes are a working example of a new design. And before moving towards creating multiple copies of this prototype, the company will generally use the prototype to test its viability and quality. The Glitters of Gold By : James Monahan Wat is it in gold that makes it glitters? Is it because of its chemical components, its unique characteristics, or simply because it is just the way it is? Silver: Timeless Elegance By : James Monahan For those who value simplicity and elegance, and have more practical matters to consider, silver is a popular choice. And this is not even just for those who love jewelry. Secrets of Thermoforming By : James Monahan Thermoforming is one of the procedures being done to manufacture plastic. A plastic sheet or film is used that can be easily soften up when heated and becomes hard again when it cools down. Many Uses of Metal Detectors By : James Hunt Have you ever lost something at the beach or at a park and wondered for weeks what happened to it? Chances are that someone was walking with the ingenious invention... Magnets Are a Very Important Part of Our Lives By : James Hunt Do you remember as a child ever being fascinated by magnets? Such a simple thing yet complicated... What is a Water Softener? By : James Hunt It seems a little strange that water is soft or hard. However, these are two recognized types of water. A water softener is a machine that removes certain elements from hard water, thus softening it and making it a little better to use... How to Make a Thermometer By : James Hunt A thermometer is an instrument that measures the temperature. Depending on what country you live in, temperature is measured either in a scale called Fahrenheit or Celsius... Plastic Forming - Vacuum Forming Guide By : John Morris What is vacuum forming? What does it do? What are the methods used in forming vacuums? Vacuum forming is basically the procedure used in shaping any kind of plastic... Asteroids and Earth Impacts By : Herbert Young Science Fiction movies present stories about meteor impacts on the Earth. Is this possible? If so, when will it happen? The Biology 30 Curriculum By : Barney Garcia In Science students learn about the physical world, ecology and technology. Studying science also helps develop an understanding of the many applications of science in daily life. Get Ready For Hurricane Season 2006 By : Gregg Hall After the record setting year we had in 2005 and predictions that the 2006 season could hold more of the same, everyone in the hurricane ravaged areas along the Gulf Coast is on edge. Miniature Telemetry Transmitter By : Keith Londrie Telemetry or "remote measurement" is a highly automated communications process by which measurements are made and other data collected at remote, inaccessible or dangerous places, and then relayed by a telemetry transmitter to receiving stations for display, monitoring, and recording. Healing the World: Telemetry Systems By : Keith Londrie Telemetry, derived from the Greek words, tele meaning remote, and metron meaning measure, is the technology of automatic measurement and transmission of information by wire, radio, or other means from remote sources, as from space vehicles, to receiving stations where the data may be evaluated. Sophisticated Telemetry Receivers By : Keith Londrie Telemetry, literally meaning "remote measurement" or remote collection of data is the study and measurement of the transmission of data over certain mediums. Wealth of Applications: Telemetry Equipment By : Keith Londrie Telemetry, literally meaning "remote measurement" or the remote collection of data, is an automated measurement process that enables data to be gathered at remote locations, and transmitted to receiving telemetry equipment for interpretation, display, and recording. Science Projects Should Be Fun and Informative By : Aaron Vaughn The key to a child's successful learning about science, or anything for that matter, is for the parents to do their part to guide, not drive. Beating the High Price of Gasoline with Biodiesel By : Joseph Then With the price of traditional fuel rising faster everyday, people everywhere are looking for alternatives. Electric cars were once touted as the way to save the environment and beat the cost of gasoline, but they are so expensive that very few people can afford to save money by purchasing one. Making Biodiesel For Fun and Savings By : Joseph Then All of us have a little chemist in us that likes to come out and play. Experimenting with different concoctions is part of what makes cooking so much fun, but can you imagine a chemistry experiment that could end up saving you thousands of dollars on your gasoline bills? Making Biodiesel at Home By : Joseph Then It is easy to make your own fuel at home. You need a few simple supplies, all of which are readily available at your hardware stores. Gather up 1 liter of vegetable oil, antifreeze, and lye. Make Your Own Biodiesel Fuel By : Joseph Then Wouldn't you love to go into your garage and whip up a batch of fuel for your car? Think of the money you would save if you could make fuel for your car from a product found in your garden? What is Biodiesel? By : Joseph Then Biodiesel is the fuel of the future, available today. This clean burning fuel alternative is produced from domestic resources, such as soybeans, that are entirely renewable. Biodiesel and You By : Joseph Then The idea of using an all natural biodegradable fuel source may seem a bit too science fiction or Hollywood for the average person. Climate Change - The Coming Crisis By : Jonathon Hardcastle While many contend that there are different reasons behind the changing of our climate, few can deny that our planet is going through a period of immense changes. Fumehoods Promote Speedy Criminal Evidence Processing By : Ray La Foy Saving precious time can sometimes be as simple as adding a proper fume hood station to a lab to enable local technicians to take over the jobs. Up, Up and Away! Look Forward to Space Travel by 2008 By : Sarah Deak Those who hate to fly would not be thrilled to hear about one of the newest ways to travel: spaceship. Learning About Snake Facts And Behaviors By : Stephanie Davies This article teaches you about why snakes behave the way they do, and how to handle a snake encounter. Also includes information on identifying venomous and non-venomous snakes. This Is How Solar Energy Works By : Isabel Baldry Sun is the primary source of energy in our solar system. It provides life to billions of living creatures on planet Earth. It is the source of light and provides life. So how does solar energy work? Teeth Whitening Can Create a Positive Outlook By : Jerry Cahill Teeth whitening is becoming more popular. It has minimal risks and offers people an opportunity to smile! Aluminum Anodizing Technology and Market Assessment By : Brian Reuter The strongest growth category for anodized aluminum appears to be that of transportation. An expected increase in the production of new aircraft to replace aging fleets and the auto industry's trend of increasing the use of aluminum for vehicle frames and bodies are expected to be the primary drivers of this growth. Women in Science By : Kadence Buchanan More than 25 years have gone by since the U.S. Congress passed the Women in Science and Technology Equal Opportunity Act, which states that it is "the policy of the United States that men and women have equal opportunity in education, training, and employment in scientific and technical fields." The Disintermediation of New Technologies By : Kadence Buchanan In economics, disintermediation is the removal of intermediaries in a supply chain. Disintermediation is often the result of high market transparency, in that buyers are aware of supply prices direct from the manufacturer. The Meaning of Color By : Adrian Barrett Do you know your colors? Controversial Research: Embryonic Stem Cells and Obesity Vaccines By : David Stockwell When the results of the research are controversial, it draws people's attention. This can lead to the field itself, like Embryonic Stem Cell and Obesity research becoming controversial. But controversial research can lead to more new developments as researchers strive to address the controversy with new solutions. Astronomy Real Star Power By : Chris Campbell Astronomy has to be one the most humbling of all subjects to study. Just the thought of our universe, being like a grain of sand in a sandy shore of universes, is enough to make me want to crawl back under the sheets. The Process of Sleep in Humans By : Alex Rider This article briefly looks at the physiological and some of the chemical processes and changes associated with sleep. A Few Important Facts About International Video Standards Conversion By : Anna Woodward International video standards conversion presents a larger challenge to international viewing than does region coding. Biodiesel as an Alternative Fuel By : Joseph Then Biodiesel fuel is a fuel made from the oil of certain oilseed crops such as soybean, canola, palm kernel, coconut, sunflower, safflower, corn and a hundreds of other oil producing crops. The oil is extracted by the use of a press. The oil is then mixed in specific proportions with other agents which causes a chemical reaction. The results of this reaction are two products, biodiesel and soap. Scientist Hwang Woo Suk Falls Back to Earth By : Jonathon Hardcastle It's quite a sight to see a man rise to the very pinnacle of his vocation and then come falling back down to earth, disgraced, humbled and with his tail between his legs. BBQ Causes Cancer By : Sarah Jones BBQ can cause cancer to those that eat it. What Is Bulk Metallic Glass? By : Brian Reuter Bulk metallic glass, a.k.a. amorphous metal, appears to have a very bright future. Being twice as strong as titanium, tougher and more elastic than ceramics, and having excellent wear and corrosion resistance makes them attractive for a variety of applications. It can even be cast in a mold to near net shapes. The Effects Global Warming May Have On Our Planet By : Kadence Buchanan While many realize that global warming is occurring on our planet, few understand the implications that this may have on our way of life. These rising global temperatures are going to cause a host of changes on our planet, and we need to act now or prepare to adjust to some very profound changes. How Great Our Sun Is By : Adrian Barrett Have you ever actually imagined the size of our universe? Have A Look Around The Night Sky By : Adrian Barrett Relax once in a while and enjoy the stars. Canadian Scientists Discover Gene for Depression By : Dave Gosine Canadian scientists have identified a gene that makes some people susceptible to major depressive disorders. Your Rainy Weather Companion By : Jonathon Hardcastle Many are familiar with the image of an Anglo-Saxon gentleman, who walks in the rain while protected by an umbrella held by his servant over his head. Numerous representations, like the famous drawing of Thomas Wright "Domestic Manners of the English," portray the image of England's early seventieth century gentlemen. How You Dream Your World Into Existence By : Saleem Rana Since reality at the subatomic energy is only pure energy, we have to look to consciousness to define the structure of the world. When we do this, we find that we have a large role to play in the shape of things to come. DNA Testing - An Overview Of This Revolutionary Scientific Breakthrough By : Brooke Hayles There are advantages and disadvantages to undergoing DNA testing. The government and courts rely on DNA testing in solving crimes and finding leads. The method of DNA collection have proven guilt in crimes, as well as proven innocence in some wrongly accused of serious crimes or felonies. The Debatable DNA Testing - Discovering The Role Your Genes Play By : Brooke Hayles Deoxyribonucleic acid is the scientific terminology for DNA. DNA determines the cells behavior, function, and structure. What is great about DNA is that not only can it tell the identity of a person, but it can also give information about four thousand genetic conditions and diseases. Because DNA testing is becoming cheaper, this is the most popular form of testing. General Eating Habits Of Snakes By : Joaquin Reveron General habits and eating habits on general snake eating regimen How Do Fuel Cells Work By : Jason Uvios Fuel Cells are important emerging technologies today and have the potential to successfully replace the currently employed fossil fuels, towards a cleaner, greener, more efficient and more capable source of energy. A GPS System Will Take You Anywhere By : Ray La Foy The GPS (Global Positioning System) is a "constellation" of 24 well-spaced satellites that orbit the Earth and make it possible for people with ground receivers to pinpoint their geographic location. Making Haste with Waste By : Jason Uvios One of the major sources of biomass is waste, in all its organic form and splendor. Our society has away of producing tons and tons of waste in all possible forms and anything organic in that waste tumbling out of our garbage bags. A Look Into The Cosmos: How Telescopes Work By : Ray La Foy Since Galileo gifted the world with the telescope, technology has driven it along to becoming very hi-tech and very modern. Function of Enzymes as Biological Catalysts By : Jason Uvios What's so crucial about enzymes? Are they life-sustaining unit of the living organism? No, yet they can't be ignored from life's existence. As long as life is present on earth, the enzymes will retain their importance. Enzymes are basically proteins existing in chain-like structure in the form of amino acids. How is Enzyme Action Regulated in a Body Cell By : Jason Uvios It's very interesting. On one hand you know enzymes function as catalysts. So they are responsible for regulating and controlling any chemical reaction. But doesn't this strike to your mind whether something is required to regulate the enzymatic actions as well? Of course, a control mechanism is also set to operate the activities of enzymes. Sports Science & Improving Sporting Performance By : Derek Both Sport science is a collection of scientific disciplines that work together to improve the performance of a given athlete. Middle School Science Fair Projects By : Zhang Xiao Hong Science fair projects need not be boring and considered a chore, with a little bit of imagination you can come up with a science fair topic that can be exciting and very interesting. The Availability of the Clamp on Flow Meter By : Scott Fromherz It is truly important to understand that there is not only one clamp on flow meter, but rather you are able to determine the type of flow meter that you need and/or want, and then you usually have the option of choosing a clamp on flow meter for that particular type of flow meter that you have chosen. What Are Flow Meters? By : Scott Fromherz Basically speaking, flow meters are devices which are used to measure the velocity of a gas or liquid in the given passage. There are many, many types of flow meters, each having their own specific use. What Is Combinatorial Chemistry? By : Kevin Dark Combinatorial chemistry is the technology that creates the molecules and then tests these molecules for properties that are desirable rapidly and then continues rapidly branching out. Easy Science Fair Porjects - Good Topics By : Zhang Xiao Hong What to do and what is an easy science fair project? Picking a topic for easy science fair projects is a huge deal for a kid, no matter what the age. Here are some great ideas for your easy science fair topic Past Achievements, Future Plans for Space Exploration By : Ben Franklin The space race was a challenge between the USSR and the United States to see who could land a man on the moon first. The Importance Of A Liquid Flow Meter By : Scott Fromherz Measuring the flow of liquid is important in any industrial or residential setting because of the amount of liquid that could be flowing and because of the potential for waste. Multiphase Flow Meter Really Three In One By : Scott Fromherz Measuring the flow of any product can be carried out with the use of flow meters. Steam Flow Meter Used For Industrial Applications By : Scott Fromherz Optical sensors used in a steam flow meter can provide safer, more accurate measurements without the need for electricity or wires, reducing the potential for fire or explosions. The Theory of a Variable Area Flow Meter By : Scott Fromherz There are many different types of flow meters that are available and that are out there today, and so it is incredibly important to recognize the particular flow meter that you want and need. Understanding About Water Meter Flow Rate By : Scott Fromherz There are many factors that you need to take into consideration in regards to water meter flow rate. Area Velocity Flow Meter: How It Works By : Scott Fromherz Although the term 'area velocity flow meter' may sound rather complicated to some, the basics of how it works are actually not all that complicated. Electromagnetic Flow Meter: A Critical Instrument For Accuracy By : Scott Fromherz An electromagnetic flow meter is something that is very necessary for every company that runs water or wastewater treatments. Outlining Mechanical Engineering By : Derek Both Although maybe not one of the most "glamorous" of trades, mechanical engineering is definitely one of the most important, and also frequently used, though you may not realize just how frequent and common. Take the chair you're currently sitting on reading this article - you can bet there's at least some kind of mechanical engineering process in its design to make it as comfortable as possible. Die Casting: The Process And The Techniques By : Adrian Adams What is die casting? Essentially, die casting uses steel molds called dies which molten metal is forced into using extremely high pressure. The 2007 Pet Food Crisis: Was it Preventable? By : Andrew Stratton Canada-based Menu Foods, whose wet pet foods are sold under dozens of familiar brand names, had allowed a lethal substance known as melamine to enter their products. This error wasn't discovered until over 60 million potentially contaminated units were in stores and sudden and epidemic kidney failure among cats and dogs was reported. The ensuing pet food recall affected pet owners nationwide. Biodiesel Testing - Quality and Purity Testing Increase Confidence And Assure Results By : Andrew Stratton Biodiesel and biofuel production is growing at an ever growing rate as new production facilities appear across Europe, Asia, and the Americas every month. Manufacturers of biodiesel testing equipment are responding to these growing demands to supply the market at every level. Melamine Toxicity Testing - Practical or Political, Its Here to Stay By : Andrew Stratton Interest in melamine testing has skyrocketed with the recent scares in the United States after pork and chicken were given contaminated feed imported from China. With unprecedented scrutiny on the various industries which use melamine, operators may need the services of a testing laboratory. Cheltenham Festival '07 By : Dr Andrew Impey A brief look at some of the highlights at this year's Cheltenham Science Festival. Destination: Saturn By : Dr Andrew Impey Ever thought about Saturn as a holiday destination? Me neither, but if you were to choose Saturn as your next holiday destination there are a few things that you will need to know about your trip.... Is Fiber Optics Dangerousfor Us? By : Rodger Bailey, MS We are living in a modern age where advances in technology are the driving force that is moving us forward as a civilization. It seems that with each passing year new kinds of information give way to new kinds of technology that unravel and give way to more and more advances that push us into an age that may, to some critics, become so dependent on technology that we might be beyond help. Laser and fiber optics, computerized technology, and everything between are at the center of this technological revolution. Understanding Fiber Optics By : Rodger Bailey, MS How does Fiber Optics Work? Science Of Laser Printing By : Michael Stollery Science behind laser printers and how they get the image or text onto the paper. Fiber Optic: Past and Future By : Rodger Bailey Facts About Data Fiber Optics Passive Solar Energy - Is It Right For Your Home? By : Kevin Rockwell Every exposed part of a structure walls, floors, windows, roofs' absorbs and stores or reflects away the heat radiated by the sun. Passive solar systems do this without any mechanical means (pumps or fans); they rely purely on design and positioning to work, which may include shutters or thermal curtains, dampers and vents, or other simple mechanisms. Alternative Energy Systems May Create Low Cost Power By : Dave Millington Real alternatives to conventional power sources Soil Testing for the Health of Your Land By : Andrew Stratton Soil testing can yield important information for growers and grazers about the general health, fertility, structure, and physical properties of any given land and its suitability for different crops. Smell the Benefits Of Pheromones By : Scott Fromherz Pheromones are a way of communicating that many people are not aware of. They are chemicals that are produced by the body that allow communication between two people through the sense of smell. Is Global Warming True Or False ? By : wealthsuccess Is Global Warming real? Indeed some believe Global Warming is a lot of rubbish. We all know of the doom and gloom predictions of Global Warming and Climate Change with rising sea levels, super storms and it all sounds like a lot of hot water we will be in? The New Global Warming Debate By : wealthsuccess Climate Change and Global Warming are indeed a huge debate topic in all its controversy and media hysteria. The majority of people are up in arms over the thought of global warming and indeed they want the United States to sign the Kyoto Treaty and agree to reduce our emissions of greenhouse gases. The Man Who Discovered How Blood Circulates By : Don Alexander Prior to William Harvey, many scientists hypothesized that blood didn't move at all, but simply pulsed in response to the heart. These were good predictions, but others taught that arteries and veins were helping the blood flow, and that the blood was being absorbed into the body's system.
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