There’s No Place Like Dome
Due to the low temperatures and harsh environment, it’s easy to say life in the arctic is tough. A large amount of fuel is needed to support those who brave the harsh conditions. The cost…
Architecture
Civil Engineers Trim Century-Old Cloverleaf Interchanges
Number of Vehicle Miles in US Four Times Greater Than in 1960 Anyone who has driven for even a short amount of time has probably encountered a cloverleaf interchange. These expressway interchanges have loop ramps…
The Future of U.S. Engineering: Framing a National Agenda
From its inception to the present day, the strength and prosperity of the United States are the result of its diverse, diligent and creative workforce. Equally important has been the penchant of its citizens for…
China Clears the Air about Its 2016 CO2 Emissions Plan
China recently announced that it will cap its CO2 emissions beginning in 2016. While this is a great step forward by the world’s worst carbon polluter, many believe China’s new five-year plan won’t actually stop the…
UAVs Delivering Critical Infrastructure Inspections with Actionable Intelligence
New software and portable measurement devices are allowing manufacturers to do 3-D inspections of parts and assemblies on the factory floor, offering up a significant decrease in errors. The recent use of CAD software to…
See a Sunken Aircraft Carrier Pump $92 Million a Year into Florida’s Economy
Money in “Them Thar” Artificial Coral Reefs Last summer, IndustryTap wrote “Underwater Robots To Help Coral Reefs Recover” in which a company called “CoralBots” developed a robotic device to move along the ocean floor, planting…
Your Hotel Suite is Ready to Board
Ask anyone who flies regularly, especially long haul flights, and they’ll tell you that getting comfortable in your seat for the journey can sometimes be impossible. Not all of us can go business class but…
Abandoned Quarry to Become Home of $568 Million Geothermal-Powered Hotel
China has been a front runner in the building the biggest skyscrapers in the world. But giving a fresh twist to the idea, China has started working on a huge underground hotel project in Shanghai.…
6 of the Coolest Office Designs in the World
Everybody wants to work in an awesome office, featuring cool design features and encouraging creativity. Unfortunately, only a select few actually get the opportunity to work in office spaces such as a transformed warehouse or…
Apple’s New Store in Istanbul Is Stunning! Take a Sneak Peek…
Apple’s new Istanbul store, which opened in April, is a thing of beauty and a good preview for Apple stores of the future from architect Norman Foster. Check out some of the stunning photos: The…
