Short stories of human inventions
Archive for November, 2009
Surface Science Engineering
Surface engineering is charismatically growing and highly acceptable science by a modern society. Few examples of such surface engineering are being commercially used in painting, designing, colouring, inks, interior house engineering.The most attractive practice of surface science is noted in incarving few structures on human body surface like tattoo and several other designs are being frequently noted on the body surfaces. Increasing trends of such practices in society, especially among young generation, infer that the surface engineering has become a source of pleasure and satisfaction.Probably there are many contributing factors for popularization of surface sciences. Number one factor is that the best and beautiful surfaces are freely available either with human body or within approachable resources without any pre-requist treatment. The desired designing could be made.The number two is that the surfaces are most visible either to a beneficiary or user of such sciences or to protect the outer surface of the objects.So investments to be made on such actions are quickly noticed and displayed. So these factors are contributory to other inventions like visionmeter, econoburette, survismeter, by man singh.These are highly useful for materials to be used… More >>
Gadgets and New Inventions – What to Look For
November 19, 2009
by merlin
in Technology
It can be declared without any hint of hesitation that mobile phone is the most happening gadget of this era. Gone are the days when mobile phones were just phones that are mobile. Today, it is a multi-purpose device that can be used as camera, video recorder, music player, remote control, radio, television, real-time map, and personal computer for surfing the internet. The list is incomplete as more and more functions are being added to the tiny handset at a frantic pace. But new gadgets and inventions are launched in several other fields also. The world of personal computer and the internet is another major breeding ground of such innovations. Brick and mortar business segments also witness useful innovations periodically.
Robots guided by artificial intelligence technology are attractive and useful gadgets. Such robots can wash your cloths, clean the floor, and do most of the household cleaning activities. The robot can do these works without the guidance of a human being. When this robot becomes popular and affordable, one can happily say goodbye to the servants. One will also need to… More >>
8th Grade Science Fair Project
Any topic can be selected for 8th grade science fair project provided it uses scientific process. It is better to take the simple one, which is experimental in nature and not designing a model. The topic selected for an 8th grade science fair project should not be a replica of an already tried experiment. The original experiment should not be represented as such with out any change. The individual, who works on the topic, should have complete knowledge about the topic undertaken. The project or experiment, even if it is small should be focused and the demonstration should be complete and easily understandable.The data and variables should be represented in the graph in a neat and appealing way. Equations can be used to show the relation between the variables. And vague expression of ideas by waving hands should be avoided. Unlike the middle school projects finding resources in encyclopedias or web resources will not be sufficient. Further references need to be done in the recent publications, high school texts etc in order to cover the adult audience. The 8th grade science fair project should be unswerving from the… More >>
LED Retrofit Technology
November 7, 2009
by merlin
in Technology
According to a recent market research, the sale of traditional light bulbs in several European countries had dropped by 35 percent in the first quarter of 2009, with LEDs accounting for 65 percent of sales. Quite naturally, it did not take long for the infamous incandescent lamp to be replaced by its greener counterpart who continues to play a key role in energy conservation through LED Retrofit technology.
Thanks to their diminutive dimensions, energy efficiency and assured longevity, light-emitting diodes, better known as LED, are opening up new opportunities for energy efficient lighting applications. LED Retrofit technology helps achieve environmental synergy through energy efficient lighting fixtures installed at commercial centers, buildings and homes. It is the quickest path to the greatest energy saving solution available today and greatly reduces the consumption of electricity which, in turn, reduces demand and accordingly controls harmful emissions from off-site power generators.
Unlike LED Retrofit technology, the generation and distribution of electricity is only 25% efficient as a result of which, almost 10 percent of all greenhouse gas emissions are said to emanate from household… More >>