Seamless tubes are tubes without welding seams, which makes them stronger and more reliable than welded tubes. However, due to the complex process of production of seamless tubes, they are also more expensive. Seamless tubing is completely welding-free – the pipes are produced using extrusion and connected via threads. Seamless tubing is mostly used in […]
Read MoreRolls-Royce is one of the largest manufacturers of aircraft engines in the world. However, like most companies that work on engines that use fossil fuels, it faces increased public backlash. Airplane engines produce a lot of CO2, which warms the planet ever so slightly. Luckily, they already work on electric airplanes. Their prototype is only […]
Read MorePeople seem to be scared of the idea of Cyborgs. Enhancing our bodies with technology makes us ask some existential questions and cringe at the thought. That said, some argue that we are already doing that. Our smartphones are almost always in our hands, helping in various ways. You can navigate with your smartphone, pay […]
Read MorePipe Schedule (SCH) is a standard that measures the nominal wall thickness of a pipe, given by the ANSI / ASME B36.10M standard for Stainless Steel Pipe dimensions, and API 5L standard for seamless and welded steel pipes. The pipe schedule number is non-dimensional and depends on the nominal pipe size, internal pipe working pressure, […]
Read MoreIn a big breakthrough, researchers from the University of Houston have developed a device that can both efficiently capture solar energy and store it until it is needed. This innovative device can be used for a wide range of applications ranging from power generation to distillation and desalination. This revolutionary device is described as a […]
Read MoreElon Musk, the founder of ‘The Boring Company’, has stated on Twitter that he is very confident about the progress of the Las Vegas project. As he said, he expects the first tunnel to be completed and fully operational by March 2020, serving as a demonstration of what these underground systems can do for large […]
Read MoreScrap metal is unavoidable in any manufacturing process, but it is also a costly part of it. Sure, most scrap metal is recyclable, but to make it into a new piece, the factory needs to invest in more labor time and an entirely new manufacturing process. Reducing scrap metal is crucial for creating a lean […]
Read MoreFlying long distances always includes changing airplanes midway. Naturally, that’s a hassle for everybody, especially if you need to wait a few hours between flights. Luckily, things might change for the better – Qantas just completed the longest flight, ever. The company claimed the record from Singapore Airlines, which held the record for a flight […]
Read MoreA lot of well-respected automotive and aircraft companies are already working on flying cars, bringing the long-awaited dream to reality. However, the first such product might be launched by a startup. The Munich-based company called Lilium already showed a video of a working air taxi prototype, which they want to launch in 2025. The Lilium […]
Read MoreLondon-based startup “Magway”, suggests a new kind of a hyperloop transportation system that will help move various goods around on freight wagons. The concept involves the deployment of linear motors that would propel the pods over a network of pipes that would extend to cover most of the nation. The delivery crates would allegedly reach […]
Read MoreAfter Tesla launched the Model 3, their “bread and butter” electric car for the people, it was only a question of time when the established car manufacturers will fight back. Ford did just that, launching the Mustang Mach-E, a car that might be a real thorn in the eye of Tesla’s upcoming Model Y compact […]
Read MoreYou’ve probably encountered the abbreviation NPS previously on our or similar websites. It means “Nominal Pipe Size,” and it is the North American standard for measuring pipe sizes used for various pressures and temperatures. The NPS standard is widely accepted in the USA, but some things have to be observed correctly in order to find […]
Read MoreThe UK government has decided that the risk of gas fracking is too unpredictable to accept any more, and so they have announced the ban of the controversial well stimulation technique. Officially, the decision was based on the findings of a report by the Oil and Gas Authority (OGA). The report concludes that it is […]
Read MoreTesla is the most popular car manufacturer today, even though they have only three models in their lineup. In the next few months, we should see the first examples of the Model Y, a small crossover that should be the bread and butter of the company, and everybody is eagerly waiting for the Roadster supercar. […]
Read MoreFrom the moment robots started to emerge in popular culture, several decades ago, people imagined how they can help with household activities. Today, we are still waiting for those robots to show up when we need them, but the wait may be finally over. Toyota, one of the frontrunners in robotic technology, just showed us […]
Read MoreElectric mobility continues to grow rapidly; this sector is seeing some phenomenon growth at an incredible pace. There is an increased demand for the minerals needed to produce lithium-ion battery cells, including lithium, nickel, and copper. Mineral shortages could restrict the rapid growth of the electric vehicle According to Germany’s Karlsruhe Institute of Technology (KIT), […]
Read MoreEver since Microsoft discontinued the Windows Mobile platform and its Lumia brand of smartphones, fans hoped for a Surface Phone. After years of speculation, Microsoft finally presented a home-brewed smartphone. Sort of. The Surface Duo can do everything that a typical smartphone can do, and then more. The main takeaway here is that the Duo […]
Read MoreToyota isn’t new to AI technology in cars, even though their efforts are still in concept form. The original concept named “LQ” is the second generation of their AI efforts, a successor to the Toyota Concept-i presented two years ago. The Toyota LQ was presented on the Tokyo Motor Show and is a testament to […]
Read MoreDaimler AG, the German car manufacturer who sells automobiles under the brands of Mercedes-Benz, Smart, Maybach, and more, has announced their intention to stop developing petrol and diesel engines. From now on, they will focus all their research and development efforts on electric vehicles. This announcement got a lot of attention and even drew a […]
Read MoreThe definition of welding is the process of fusing materials by applying heat and pressure to the materials being combined. Today, many welding processes are automated, but it’s still important to understand the differences between welding techniques in order to pick the right welding technique for the job. Some main fields of welding are grouped below: Boilermakers […]
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