CCS 'can compete with other low-carbon generation'Fri, 17 May 2013 13:32 GMT UK gas and coal power stations equipped with carbon capture, transport and storage have the potential to be cost competitive with other forms of low-carbon power generation. Nanoscale friction could lead to surface improvementFri, 17 May 2013 00:02 GMT Scientists in Germany have observed a previously unknown type of friction that occurs at the nanoscale. Shining a light on experimental laser acceleratorsThu, 16 May 2013 11:02 GMT The Engineer paid a visit to Southampton University to find out how cutting edge techniques for making fibre lasers could lead to the next generation of particle accelerators. Rarest natural element study could enable new radiotherapyThu, 16 May 2013 00:20 GMT Nuclear physicists have measured the properties of the rarest element on Earth, a development that could lead to improved radiotherapy. Camera tricks allow 3D digital model scupting by handWed, 15 May 2013 16:02 GMT Specialised computer algorithms and a depth-sensing camera have been used to create Shape-It-Up, a tool that lets designers manipulate 3D shapes using hand gestures. Hydrogel protects medical implants from immune attackWed, 15 May 2013 12:00 GMT A new material could help prevent medical implants from being isolated and attacked by the body’s immune system. Project aims to boost UK electronics industryWed, 15 May 2013 00:10 GMT The UK’s £23bn electronics industry is expected to benefit from a £5.6m project to develop the next generation of energy-efficient computing systems. Passenger aircraft flown 500 miles by ground controlTue, 14 May 2013 15:31 GMT Engineers believe they are writing a new chapter in aviation history with the first successful flight of an unmanned aircraft in all UK aerospace. Technology Strategy Board secures budget of £440mTue, 14 May 2013 15:16 GMT The Technology Strategy Board has secured a budget of £440m to support businesses and drive growth across the UK. |