August
Engineering new materials to replace diamonds for drilling
Diamond drilling was a break-through approach mostly used in mining industry to exploit deposits that would otherwise remain inaccessible. It also en
July
Ancient engineering methods to address water shortages
According to a new study, published in Nature Journal, a 1,400-year-old system of canals that diverts water from mountain streams to natural ponds, increasing their water storage, can be used in modern engineering.
July
Geoengineering West Antarctic glacier to prevent a 3-meter sea level rise
A group of scientists suggests a revolutionary strategy to prevent the collapse of the west Antarctic ice sheet. The fact that the west Antarctic ice
July
How to reduce temperature in urban environments
A new study conducted by the Portland State examines how vegetation and reflective materials can lower the temperature in urban areas.
July
Climate change brings new challenges in road surfaces
According to a new study, the thickness of asphalt layers should increase by 7% to 32% in order to maintain long-term durability and serviceability.
June
A detailed study shows that cycling lanes have made the roads safer for everyone.
June
Earthquakes can aggravate sea water level rise
According to a new study published in the Journal of Geophysical Research: Solid Earth, earthquakes can cause sea level rise even faster than climat
