Standardization of Money
The origin of money begins with the same event that initiated almost everything else in modern society: the onset of agriculture. At the end of…
ANSI/ISA 18.2-2016, Alarm Systems for the Process Industries
Alarm systems are needed to communicate abnormal process conditions or equipment malfunctions before they have the chance to cause any severe problems. Unfortunately, for industries…
Future Job Losses from Automation
Automation drastically increases the efficiency of many processes, simplifying and even reducing the cost of different necessities in our society. Despite the advantages brought forth…
Troubleshooting for PCB Fabrication Processes
IPC 9121A, Troubleshooting for Printed Board Fabrication Processes is a new standard that acts as a comprehensive resource for those involved in the manufacturing of…
Turmeric: A Lead Contaminated Superfood
For years now, the spice turmeric has been blessed with a growing popularity in the United States, where it has been given the exalting label…
Formation of Sand in Beaches and Industry
Few things are so synonymous with the beach that they are practically always expected to be present no matter the location of the shore-based point…
Forensic Dental Data Set
Teeth vary by individual, and unique features, such as fillings, dentures, and tooth eruptions, can help to identify someone postmortem. This is possible by comparing…
Stuck Elevators: Guidelines for Prevention and Management
If you find yourself trapped inside an elevator (lift), it is essential not to worsen the situation. Experts state that the moment after an elevator…
Solar Impulse: An Exploration of Potential of Clean Energy
On July 27, 2016, Bertrand Piccard successfully touched down Solar Impulse 2 in Abu Dhabi, completing its around-the-world voyage in the same exact spot it…