Besides bigger challenges on economy and foreign policy issues, Obama has also to cover much more sectors which have postponed crucial decisions till the election of new President. They all require immediate attention because they are going to lose a lot along with the delay. As science and technology is one of them, it is [...]
by Sean on November 14, 2008
A traction control system (TCS), on current production vehicles, is typically electro-hydraulic systems designed to prevent loss of traction and therefore the control of the vehicle when the driver applies excessive throttle or steering. Although similar to electronic stability control systems, traction control systems do not have the same goal. The intervention can consist of [...]
In telephony, call control refers to the software within a telephone switch that supplies its central function. Call control decodes addressing information and routes telephone calls from one end point to another. It also creates the features that can be used to adapt standard switch operation to the needs of users. Common examples of such [...]
by Sean on April 26, 2008
Plan 9 from Bell Labs is a distributed operating system, primarily used as a research vehicle. It was developed as the research successor to Unix by the Computing Sciences Research Center at Bell Labs between the mid-1980s and 2002. Plan 9 is most notable for representing all system interfaces, including those required for networking and [...]
by Sean on April 11, 2008
target=”_blank”>Die-casting is the process of forcing molten metal under high pressure into mold cavities. Most die-castings are made from nonferrous metals, specifically zinc, copper, and aluminum based alloys, but ferrous metal die-castings are possible. The die casting method is especially suited for applications where a large quantity of small to medium sized parts are needed [...]
When you look at its lattice deeply through some lattice viewing method, you will look at a honey comb shaped crystal lattice, standing there with equal dimensions and spacing. This is called Graphene, the material made of carbon atoms and their bonds. Graphene is a wonder material for the scientists working on nano technology. The [...]
by Sean on December 7, 2007
From the small creatures to human beings, every one on this planet is affected by ecological imbalance. Deforestation has damaged the brittle balance and can become life miserable for many species in future. The present situation can become worst for the future generations because of increase in pollution and due to effects of deforestation. Further [...]
by Sean on November 14, 2007