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Red-hot research could lead to new materials
Apr 09, 2009 |
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(PhysOrg.com) -- Recent experiments to create a fast-reacting explosive by concocting it at the nanoscopic level could result in more spectacular firework displays. But more impressive to the Missouri University ...
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If you can't measure the heat...
Jul 29, 2008 |
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Accurate measurement of thermal performance is crucial if new government legislation aimed at producing dramatic reductions in CO2 emissions is to be successful. The UK's National Physical Laboratory (NPL) is offering constructi ...
Baked Slug: New Method to Test Fireproofing Material
Oct 02, 2008 |
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In a high-temperature blaze, how well does a fireproofing material shield a building’s important steel structures from heat? Answering this question has been surprisingly difficult, but it is important information ...
Prototype hydrogen storage tank maintains extended thermal endurance
Jun 04, 2008 |
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A cryogenic pressure vessel developed and installed in an experimental hybrid vehicle by a Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory research team can hold liquid hydrogen for six days without venting any of ...
Space shuttle Endeavour arrives at space station
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Jul 17, 2009 |
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(AP) -- Space shuttle Endeavour has arrived at the international space station.
Researchers produce insulation with lowest thermal conductivity ever
Dec 14, 2006 |
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A new insulation material with the lowest thermal conductivity ever measured for a fully dense solid has been created at the University of Oregon and tested by researchers at three other U.S. institutions. While far from ...
Researchers develop new test method to measure stored heat in firefighter suits
Apr 14, 2009 |
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For decades, researchers have evaluated the thermal performance of protective clothing worn by firefighters. A particular area of current interest is how to address the burns received by firefighters when they are not directly ...
Seals like it hot
Sep 10, 2009 |
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(PhysOrg.com) -- Using innovative thermal imaging techniques and CCTV recording, a St Andrews academic has shed new light on previously unseen aspects of the life of seals.
Diviner Observes LCROSS Impact
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Oct 12, 2009 |
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The LRO Diviner instrument obtained infrared observations of the LCROSS impact. LRO flew by the LCROSS Centaur impact site 90 seconds after impact at a distance of ~80 km. Diviner was commanded to observe ...
Water heater choice and maintenance can reduce energy costs
Nov 13, 2008 |
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(PhysOrg.com) -- Between 16 and 18 percent of home energy is used to generate hot water, so hot water tank maintenance can pay big dividends on your energy bill.
Astronauts inspect space shuttle in case of damage
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Nov 17, 2009 |
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(AP) -- Space shuttle Atlantis' astronauts scoured their ship Tuesday for any signs of launch damage while pursuing the International Space Station.
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