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Fuel-efficiency formula needs cars wired with better brainpower, less vroom Tuesday, August 31, 2010 @ 5:13PMA researcher says it's possible to triple fuel economy in gasoline-powered cars by 2035, but it'll mean getting our automotive kicks from smart electronic technology and other forms of virtual performance rather than horsepower.
Toyota Yaris falls from grace Tuesday, August 31, 2010 @ 5:11PMGood but not great subcompact once ruled the subcompact segment
2010 Nissan Altima Coupe Review Tuesday, August 31, 2010 @ 5:07PMThe refreshed Nissan Altima Coupe is an affordable 2-door sporty ride with new exterior styling and revised optional packages. Highlights include a 4.3-inch backup camera, iPod connectivity, two chrome exhaust tips and a 2.5-liter 4-cylinder with a fuel economy of 26-mpg.
Graphene Laboratories Inc. and CVD Equipment Corporation Offer Single-Layer CVD Graphene Products Tuesday, August 31, 2010 @ 5:05PMRONKONKOMA, N.Y.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--CVD Equipment Corporation (NASDAQ: CVV), and Graphene Laboratories, Inc., today launched a new line of Chemical Vapor Deposited (CVD) Graphene products. These products include large-area single layer graphene films grown on copper foils or copper-coated wafers. This is the first truly two dimensional material that has become commercially available on the market ...
Graphene Laboratories Inc. and CVD Equipment Corporation Offer Single-Layer CVD Graphene Products Tuesday, August 31, 2010 @ 5:00PMRONKONKOMA, N.Y.----CVD Equipment Corporation , and Graphene Laboratories, Inc., today launched a new line of Chemical Vapor Deposited Graphene products. These products include large-area single layer graphene films grown on copper foils or copper-coated wafers.
The Nation’s Best Bathroom? You Decide Tuesday, August 31, 2010 @ 4:48PMPity the poor bathroom. It's a pretty important piece of real estate, yet no one really gives it much attention. Now's your chance.
NEW BUSINESS LICENSES: Week of August 23, 2010 Tuesday, August 31, 2010 @ 3:41PMNEW BUSINESS LICENSES: Week of August 23, 2010
2011 IS range revealed Friday, August 27, 2010 @ 4:43AMThe IS range has undergone its most significant changes since launch says Lexus.
Honda CR-Z Achieves 5-Star Safety Rating Friday, August 27, 2010 @ 4:18AMTULLAMARINE, AUSTRALIA – Aug 27, 2010: The Honda CR-Z, due in Australia mid 2011, has been rated one of Europe’s safest cars, achieving a maximum 5-stars in the latest independent crash testing results from Euro NCAP.
Small is Safe: Ford Fiesta Earns 2010 Top Safety Pick Friday, August 27, 2010 @ 4:18AMSYDNEY – Aug 27, 2010: The 2011 Ford Fiesta is the first mini-car to earn a Top Safety Pick from the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) since the introduction of a new roof strength test. The award applies to vehicles built after July 2010.
Battery's early death fishy Friday, August 27, 2010 @ 4:01AMDear Tom and Ray: I purchased a new 2010 VW CC, and the car has 5,000 miles on it. During a long weekend, I left the car unused for four days, and the battery died. There were no lights on or external power drains.
Letterpress printers are an island of tradition in modern Berlin Friday, August 27, 2010 @ 3:23AMGermany is the birthplace of the modern printing press and, even today, Berlin is home to a number of letterpress printers. DW's Gerhard Schneibel found out why printed books hold a magic he'll never find on a screen.
There is something fishy with car battery's early death Friday, August 27, 2010 @ 3:14AMPublished: Friday, August 27, 2010 at 4:01 a.m. Last Modified: Friday, August 27, 2010 at 2:15 a.m. I purchased a new 2010 VW CC, and the car has 5,000 miles on it. During a long weekend, I left the car unused for four days, and the battery died. There were no lights on or external power drains.
Analog Devices’ Automotive Grade I2C Isolators Simplify Hybrid-Electric Automotive Designs Tuesday, August 24, 2010 @ 1:51PMNORWOOD, Mass.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--ADuM1250W is a hot-swappable digital isolator with non-latching, bidirectional communication channels compatible with I2C and AEC-Q100 qualification for automotive applications.
Analog Devices' Automotive Grade I2C Isolators Simplify Hybrid-Electric Automotive Designs Tuesday, August 24, 2010 @ 1:45PMNORWOOD, Mass.----Analog Devices, Inc. , a global leader in high-performance semiconductors for signal processing applications, is introducing the industry’s first automotive grade products to provide true bidirectional isolation for the lower cost I2C serial bus.
Prognosis good for Viera Hospital Tuesday, August 24, 2010 @ 1:27PMStill on track for a 2011 opening, the new 100-bed Viera Hospital continues to take shape, its five-story stucco façade already a striking presence near Lake Andrew Drive and Wickham Road.
Nexus Recognized by Cisco as a Video Surveillance Authorized Technology Provider Tuesday, August 24, 2010 @ 1:15PMNexus announced today that it has achieved Video Surveillance Authorized Technology Provider status from Cisco. Â This designation recognizes Nexus as having fulfilled the training requirements and program prerequisites to design, resell, install and maintain a full range of video surveillance and access-control solutions.
Max Eternity: Nina Simon and the Participatory Museum Model Monday, August 23, 2010 @ 4:24PMAs humankind takes another leap forward, this past century's art hierarchy will not escape certain changes in what they show and to whom and how they show.
Tips for Getting Ahead Monday, August 23, 2010 @ 4:13PMMy main job for Forbes these days is writing about careers. I do a weekly advice column, and I've pu
HI VISION™ Preirus™ Ultrasound Introduced to the U.S. Monday, August 23, 2010 @ 3:36PMTWINSBURG, Ohio--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Hitachi Medical Systems America, Inc. today announced the availability of the HI VISION Preirus ultrasound scanner to the U.S. market. The award winning design packages powerful imaging electronics with unique ergonomics into a compact, easy to use system. Preirus is the first ultrasound system to use Cell Processor technology and “Smart Touch” operation ...
HI VISION Preirus Ultrasound Introduced to the U.S. Monday, August 23, 2010 @ 3:27PMTWINSBURG, Ohio----Hitachi Medical Systems America, Inc. today announced the availability of the HI VISION Preirus ultrasound scanner to the U.S. market. The award winning design packages powerful imaging electronics with unique ergonomics into a compact, easy to use system.
Ferrari 458 Italia Has Enough Superlatives to Match the Sticker Saturday, August 21, 2010 @ 1:23AMMONTICELLO, N.Y.
Up in the Air Friday, August 20, 2010 @ 11:48PMLA PORTE — With only three weeks left until the county’s Community Corrections center may have to shut down due to its condition, its staff is scrambling to find a way to prevent that from happening.
Booq announces new Boa push iPad Bag Friday, August 20, 2010 @ 5:41PMBooq has announced a new product for its line of Boa iPad and laptop bags, the Boa push for iPad. The new compact carrying case allows users to protect their iPad during travel, as well as store a variety of accessories and other electronic devices ranging from pens to credit cards, as well as an iPhone. Features include a built-in iPad compartment lined with non-scratch fabrics, an exterior ...
What the council could learn from the BOE Friday, August 20, 2010 @ 3:58PM If you were one of the nearly 500 at the dedication of the new school last week you may have missed what was so conspicuous by its absence. Need a hint?
Is Sony working on touch-control game machine? Friday, August 20, 2010 @ 2:29PMSony will not comment on rumors that it is working on a new handheld game device with touch controls on the back. But a games analyst say that Sony is certainly working on a new iteration of the PlayStation Portable. Sony - PlayStation Portable - Handheld game console - Games - Video game
Digi-Key Sensors TechZone™ Magazine Available Online Friday, August 20, 2010 @ 1:36PMTHIEF RIVER FALLS, Minn.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Digi-Key Sensors TechZone™ Magazine Available Online
Economy tops agenda as voters prepare for Australia's election Wednesday, August 18, 2010 @ 6:46PMTHE ECONOMY has become the dominant topic as Australians prepare to vote in a federal election on Saturday.
Artificial Plant Harvests Kinetic Energy Wednesday, August 18, 2010 @ 6:21PMNew artificial plants harvest kinetic energy and store it for later use. Problem is, they don't really look like plants.
Attitudes must change Wednesday, August 18, 2010 @ 5:36PMOver the last several weeks, Bangkok has been hit hard by severe thunderstorms almost every evening, especially during rush hours.
MicroFirst Provides Gaming Solutions for Poconos' Mount Airy Casino Resort Wednesday, August 18, 2010 @ 5:25PMOAKLAND, N.J., Aug. 18 /PRNewswire/ -- MicroFirst, Inc., a leading provider of digital content and technology, has agreed to deliver an extensive line-up of gaming options for the Mount Airy Casino Resort, based in Mt. Pocono, Pa. The technology company has leveraged its in-house production team and considerable experience in graphic design to create an interactive experience that resort patrons ...
Synopsys Posts Financial Results for Third Quarter Fiscal Year 2010 Wednesday, August 18, 2010 @ 5:24PMMOUNTAIN VIEW, Calif., Aug. 18 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Synopsys, Inc. (Nasdaq: SNPS), a world leader in software and IP for semiconductor design, verification and manufacturing, today reported results for its third quarter of fiscal year 2010. For the third quarter of fiscal 2010, Synopsys reported revenue of $336.9 million, compared to $345.2 million for the third quarter of fiscal 2009 ...
Tangier Island’s new health clinic to be dedicated Wednesday, August 18, 2010 @ 5:17PMOn Aug. 29, the 500 or so residents of Tangier Island will celebrate the culmination of a long-time dream: the opening of a modern health center that replaces a decaying clinic that’s more than 50 years past its prime.
Gray releases 'Fresh Start Plan' for Lexington Wednesday, August 18, 2010 @ 4:53PMMayoral candidate Jim Gray released a 36-page booklet Wednesday that outlines his plan for "put
US GOLD - US gold hits 7-wk high as safe haven Wednesday, August 18, 2010 @ 4:43PMNew York, 18 August 2010 - US gold futures posted late gains and settled near session highs on Wednesday as an early round of profit-taking gave way to a steady stream of safe-haven buying, despite a slightly stronger dollar and a stable stock market.
High Tech North to hold open house for prospective students Wednesday, August 18, 2010 @ 4:22PMHigh Tech North and Business Industry Services will have an open house from 6 to 8 p.m. Thursday at High Tech North, 360 Santa Barbara Blvd. N.
MicroFirst Provides Gaming Solutions for Poconos' Mount Airy Casino Resort Wednesday, August 18, 2010 @ 4:09PMOAKLAND, N.J. , Aug. 18 /PRNewswire/ -- MicroFirst, Inc., a leading provider of digital content and technology, has agreed to deliver an extensive line-up of gaming options for the Mount Airy Casino Resort, based in Mt. Pocono, Pa. The technology company has leveraged its in-house production team and considerable experience in graphic design to create an interactive experience that resort ...
Review: Griffin PowerBlock Plus Universal Wednesday, August 18, 2010 @ 9:39AMBoth of the PowerBlock Plus units are glossy white wall power adapters with one USB port on the bottom and a pass-through AC port (the “Plus” feature) on the face. As with Griffin’s earlier car power adapter PowerJolt Plus, the new PowerBlocks are designed to add a USB port to an existing wall outlet without precluding you from connecting something else to that outlet, as well. It bears mention ...
Clark School Cracks U.S. News Top 20 Wednesday, August 18, 2010 @ 9:34AMUniversity of Maryland Engineering School Enters the Ranks of the Nation's Best
School board deadlocked on teacher position Wednesday, August 18, 2010 @ 9:17AMBy Patti Slaughter BROOKVILLE - For the second time in two months, the Brookville Area School Board has voted not to hire a new kindergarten teacher.
2011 Kia Sportage Named '2010 Top Safety Pick' By Insurance Institute for Highway Safety Wednesday, August 18, 2010 @ 9:10AMJoining the 2010 Forte compact sedan, 2010 Soul urban passenger vehicle and 2011 Sorento compact crossover utility vehicle , the all-new 2011 Sportage CUV has been recognized as a "Top Safety Pick" by the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety in the small SUV category when built after March 2010. Â Arriving in Kia showrooms now, Sportage received the organization's top honor by earning "Good ...
World Micro Expands Market Reach in Southeast U.S. Territory Wednesday, August 18, 2010 @ 9:00AMGeorgia-based electronics distributor, World Micro, Inc., announced today that it is expanding its sales operations in the southeastern U.S. as part of its ongoing strategic growth plan.
PEZ-Tech: Sammy's Orbea Orca Wednesday, August 18, 2010 @ 8:36AMOn the Tour, many of the teams will have the team vehicles parked ‘wagon train’ style or have ‘crime scene’ tapes to keep the civilians at bay. Not at Euskaltel.
Dissident shareholders to appeal court decision to approve Magna plan of arrangement Wednesday, August 18, 2010 @ 8:25AMMAGNA TO VIGOROUSLY DEFEND POSITION ON APPEAL AURORA, ON , Aug. 18 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ - Magna International Inc. (TSX: MG.A, NYSE: MGA) today announced that certain dissident minority shareholders who contested court approval of Magna's plan of arrangement, have confirmed to Magna that they will appeal yesterday's decision of the Ontario Superior Court. Magna will seek to have the appeal ...
Dissident shareholders to appeal court decision to approve Magna plan of arrangement Wednesday, August 18, 2010 @ 8:25AMMagna International Inc. today announced that certain dissident minority shareholders who contested court approval of Magna's plan of arrangement, have confirmed to Magna that they will appeal yesterday's decision of the Ontario Superior Court.
Tektronix Named Candidate for Prestigious 2010 IABM Design Awards Wednesday, August 18, 2010 @ 8:10AMSentry Recognized for Upgraded Audio Level Monitoring Capabilities
SABB wins Internet banking awards Wednesday, August 18, 2010 @ 1:43AMIn its "World's Best Internet Banks 2010" awards, the publication selected SABB SABB as the winner of its "Best Online Consumer Credit Site" award for the fifth consecutive year.
Carnegie Center hosts New Albany Bicentennial logo contest Wednesday, August 18, 2010 @ 12:18AMThe logo contest winner will also receive a prize package which will include a $200 cash award and recognition in the official New Albany Bicentennial program booklet.
Top-secret work at electronics company mostly for military Tuesday, August 17, 2010 @ 11:31PMSARATOGA SPRINGS - One hundred and seventy people are busy atwork inside the gated compound on Ballston Avenue where secret workhas been going on for the past 50 years.
Family of Tesla plane crash victim sues dead pilot's estate Tuesday, August 17, 2010 @ 9:29PMSix months after a small plane crashed into several East Palo Alto homes and killed the three Tesla Motors employees onboard, the family of the youngest engineer has sued the estate of the dead pilot.