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New study links Raton Basin earthquakes to oil and gas wastewater injections
A series of earthquakes between 2008 and 2010 in the Raton Basin - along the southern Colorado and northern New Mexico border – was likely due to fluids pumped underground during oil and gas wastewate...
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Japanese researchers designed submerged marine turbines inspired by the movement of a dolphin’s fin
The innovative turbines, apart from harvesting wave energy, could also protect the coastline from erosion The innovative turbines, apart from harvesting wave energy, could also protect the coastline...
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3D-printed, ultra-quiet turbine blades designed after owl wings
The research of aeroacoustics specialists from Iowa State University could have a big impact on the design of wind turbines, aircraft and other machines The research of aeroacoustics specialists from...
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Scientists explore underwater active seismic fault
The international team of scientists just finished exploring the seabed of the Pacific Ocean, offshore Alaska and British Columbia, in an effort to understand better the Queen Charlotte-Fairweather fa...
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Scientists in Japan improve seismic resistance of metals
Researchers at Japan's Tohoku University have come up with a cheap way to improve the properties of some 'shape memory' alloys, often used in earthquake design due to their ability to return to their...
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Kaikoura Earthquake responsible for “slow motion” quakes in New Zealand
The 7.8 magnitude quake that hit New Zealand's South Island in November 2016, is responsible for a series of large slow slip events, according to a new study led by scientists at the University of Tex...
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Researchers have developed a miniaturized water quality sensor that can monitor drinking water quality in real time
This tiny and inexpensive device -built using a 3D printer- can be deployed anywhere in the water distribution system and even be used by individuals who want to monitor their own water supply This t...
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Australian researchers have developed a solar paint that turns water vapor into hydrogen
It draws moisture from the air, splitting it into oxygen and hydrogen, the cleanest source of energy It draws moisture from the air, splitting it into oxygen and hydrogen, the cleanest source of ener...
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Hybrid biomass and solar energy system for water desalination
The integrated desalination system could provide drinking water to poor and rural communities at a lower cost The integrated desalination system could provide drinking water to poor and rural communi...
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Planting trees using drones is being tested in India
Scientists from IISC Bangalore aim to make a 10,000-acre hilly area green again Scientists from IISC Bangalore aim to make a 10,000-acre hilly area green againOn June 5, World Environment Day,...
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