Tuesday, March 27, 2012

Pulp and paper mill waste could be used in cheaper batteries

Pulp and paper mill waste could be used in cheaper batteries: "Scientists have discovered that lignin, a plentiful byproduct of the pulp and paper industry, can be used to store an electrical charge. They've used the material to create a prototype lignin-based rechargeable battery, and suggest that it could one day be used as a less expensive, safer alternative to the precious metals currently utilized in battery cathodes."

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Ant behavior inspires more efficient warehouse robots

Ant behavior inspires more efficient warehouse robots: "When it comes to groups that work together to get a job done, ants have pretty much got the process perfected. That’s why computer scientist Marco Dorigo studied the creatures’ behavior, and created his Ant Colony Optimization model – an algorithmic technique that can be applied to human endeavors, when efficiency is the order of the day"

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Carrozzeria's modern reinterpretation of the 1952 Alfa Romeo Disco Volante

Carrozzeria's modern reinterpretation of the 1952 Alfa Romeo Disco Volante: "Hollywood isn’t the only industry fascinated with remakes, reimagining and sequels these days. The motor world has its share of revivals and updates too. Case in point, Italian car maker Alfa Romeo and the Milan-based coachbuilding firm Carrozzeria Touring have teamed to unveil their latest collaboration: the Alfa Romeo Disco Volante 2012."

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