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Up-to-date information from the engineering industry: civil, electrical, mechanical, energy and manufacturing.

2019—2022

Latest innovations in civil engineering and construction industry

The civil engineering and construction industry is an ever-evolving field, and the innovations that are happening in the industry are nothing short of amazing. As a result, civil engineers must continually adapt…

Aimal Khan18 Apr 20226 min read

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Key Moments: When to Look for Global Engineering Companies for Your Project

The engineering industry in the world is actively developing, which means that it needs new personnel – including engineers. There are now over 650 large industrial enterprises in one city. These are engaged in…

Engineering Passion09 Nov 20215 min read

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11 Best Practices When Sourcing a CNC Manufacturer for Your Projects.

CNC milling machines are a manufacturing powerhouse that provides a high degree of scalability. However, the upfront cost of purchasing them and the recurring maintenance cost can prove to be a deterrent from owning…

Engineering Passion29 Jun 20217 min read

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AGV Technology, Applications & Advantages

With the rapid advancements in technology, industries are evolving at a higher pace. These advancements in technology such as self-driving vehicles, warehouse automation using artificial technology, and 3D printing…

Aimal Khan21 Jun 20214 min read

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Case Study: An Analysis of Defects in Conveyor Belt Systems

When it comes to material handling, the conveyor that transports the materials is just as important as the materials themselves. While the primary goal of most conveyor systems is to facilitate the inspection of…

Aimal Khan29 Mar 20213 min read

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Oil & Gas: Why Leak Detection & Repair is the Key to Increased Capacity

The oil & gas (O&G) industry is perhaps, more than any other, subjected to rapidly evolving and ever more stringent regulations. Adherence is mandatory and represents a significant and ongoing investment. Such…

Aimal Khan24 Mar 20213 min read

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Magnetically Coupled Vacuum Pumps for Maximum Efficiency

Vacuum pumps with magnetic couplings are a type of pump used in all industrial sectors where vacuum is required, from atmospheric pressure down to 1 x 10 ^ (-3) millibars. These pumps are used to pump wastewater…

Aimal Khan18 Mar 20213 min read

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5 Ways to Take your Construction Business to The Next Level In 2021

The construction industry is on the upswing. These days, you will find a number of building projects underway in the busy areas of your city. Construction companies create buildings and structures that are worth…

Aimal Khan25 Feb 20215 min read

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What is an Encoder in Control Systems?

In this article, we will cover encoders, types of encoders, and their applications in automation and control systems. An encoder is used in many industrial systems and machinery to provide feedback, it is an…

Aimal Khan22 Feb 20213 min read

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A $59,000 Prefabricated Tiny Smart Home – Cube 2

Cube 2 (C2) is a prefabricated tiny smart home designed by Singapore’s Nestron company. This futuristic tiny home comes with built-in artificial intelligence (AI) assistant called Canny and green energy resources. C2…

Aimal Khan05 Jan 20213 min read

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Design Considerations for Pumping Systems

Pumps transfer liquids from one point to another by converting mechanical energy from rotation into pressure energy (head). The pressure applied to the liquid forces the fluid to flow at the required rate and to…

Aimal Khan24 Nov 20203 min read

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CNC Machining is a Game Changer for the Manufacturing Industry

CNC, or ‘Computer Numerical Control’ machining, might not be the newest technology, but its widespread use within manufacturing and its truly transformational effects is something that’s only recently being accepted…

Aimal Khan09 Oct 20204 min read

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Best Tips for Maintaining Heavy Engineering Machinery

Constant maintenance is required to keep heavy machinery which includes Construction, Industrial, Mining, or Farming equipment, in good working conditions. Heavy machinery is expensive and thus it’s necessary to…

Aimal Khan21 Aug 20205 min read

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Advantages of Shot Blasting in Manufacturing Processes

Shot blasting has become among the more effective and possibly the most cost-effective method used for preparing surfaces before operations that include rubberizing, enameling, glass coating, electroplating, welding,…

Aimal Khan17 Aug 20203 min read

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Most Complex Engineering Endeavor in History – ITER Megaproject

ITER (originally the International Thermonuclear Experimental Reactor) is an engineering marvel. ITER is an international nuclear fusion research and engineering megaproject located in Cadarache, north of…

Aimal Khan29 Jul 20203 min read

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How Construction Companies Are Changing the Industry with Drones

Construction is an ever-evolving industry, with technological advances bringing new products, tools, and materials to the market each year. Drones are one of the latest tech gadgets that are changing the way…

Aimal Khan14 Jul 20204 min read

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Shipping Container Houses Explained

Shipping container architecture is a fast growing method of architecture using steel intermodal shipping containers as the main structural element of the intended design. Nearly, all shipping or cargo containers are…

Aimal Khan16 Jun 20206 min read

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Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing in Engineering Designs

Engineers are builders; they design and build the products we use in our daily life. Engineers create designs and models prior to production of the actual product and thus they need a common language to communicate…

Aimal Khan14 May 20203 min read

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Top Reasons to Conduct Underground Utility Surveys

Ultimately, every contractor usually aims to deliver their projects within the specified time frame and within the budget. One of the best ways to do this while making construction more cost-efficient is to always be…

Aimal Khan04 Feb 20203 min read

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Top Engineering Trends to Watch in 2020

The lifestyle and behavior of generations changes dominantly by the evolution of technology and engineering. During the 90s and early 2000s, millennials have experienced the drastic evolution of technology allowing…

Aimal Khan01 Feb 20204 min read

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Saudi Arabia’s 300 MW Utility-Scale Solar PV Plant Goes Live

The planet earth receives a huge amount of solar energy through solar radiation every day. Solar energy can be used to generate clean power. One such application is to convert sunlight into clean electricity using…

Aimal Khan28 Nov 20192 min read

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A battery that lasts a million-mile – Tesla’s new Milestone

Tesla CEO Elon Musk has promised earlier this year that Tesla will soon develop a battery that lasts 1 million miles over the course of its lifespan for its electric vehicle. With this newly developed battery the…

Aimal Khan26 Sept 20193 min read

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Top 10 Largest Engineering Construction Projects

Engineers have always build astonishing facilities and structures such as the Great Pyramids of Giza in Egypt and the Great wall of China. Engineers and architects work together to accomplish fascinating projects.…

Aimal Khan14 Sept 20195 min read

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Delivering New Concepts for Future Cities

We can think of a city as a living place for living organisms that need the inputs of energy, water, and nutrients as well as the removal of solid and liquid wastes. Delivering new concepts for future cities is a new…

Aimal Khan10 Sept 20193 min read