Many of the new combined cycle power plants that have sprouted up in the last two decades have open recirculating cooling systems, i.e., cooling towers, for turbine exhaust steam and auxiliary cooling ...

Everyday materials such as paper and plastic could be transformed into electronic 'smart devices' by using a simple new method to apply liquid metal to surfaces, according to scientists. The study ...

Cast Steel Perfection: The Flattest Work Surface in the Shop explores the importance of having a perfectly flat surface for precision work in any shop. Cast steel surfaces, known for their durability ...

In manufacturing metal parts, the quality of the finished products hinges on the precision of every step, especially surface cleaning. Before metal parts undergo treatment such as coating, painting, ...

Keeping work surfaces clean during meat processing is a challenge. Bacteria from meat can attach, grow, and build up to create a biofilm that is difficult to remove, even on stainless steel surfaces ...

WEST LAFAYETTE, Ind. — Bacterial pathogens can live on surfaces for days. What if frequently touched surfaces such as doorknobs could instantly kill them off? Purdue University engineers have created ...