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Preparing A Workforce For Advanced Manufacturing
March 4, 2013 2:43 pm | by Science Nation | CommentsThe Advanced Technological Education (ATE) Program at the National Science Foundation (NSF) focuses on the education of technicians for high technology fields. ATE supports rigorous educational programs that incorporate industry recognized skills and competencies to prepare a qualified technical workforce for industries that are vitally important to the nation's prosperity and security.
Futuristic Google Glass Has Tech World Buzzing
March 4, 2013 2:37 pm | by NBC News | CommentsA video demonstrating the gadget, a pane of glass that projects images right in front of your face, has earned more than 13 million views in less than a week. Google plans to release Glass before the end of the year. NBC’s Mara Schiavocampo reports.
Brazil's Booming Biz Building Private Jets
March 1, 2013 4:40 pm | by CNN Money | CommentsEmbraer, Brazil's number one exporter of manufactured goods, is now building private jets for the rich around the world. Chances are if you've flown on a commuter carrier in North America or Europe, you've the plane came from this factory in Brazil.
Sequester Defense Cuts To Impact Thousands In AL
February 28, 2013 1:13 pm | by NBC News | CommentsIf lawmakers cannot find a way to avoid the sequester, thousands of workers at the Anniston Army Depot and Redstone Arsenal in Alabama will take a pay cut. The effect would be particularly devastating in Huntsville, AL, because the local economy is so dependent on Redston.
Crash Course: Machine Train Alignment
February 27, 2013 4:01 pm | by LUDECA | CommentsA machine train is a series of machines that are axially connected to each other by their shafts. In this video LUDECA provides background knowledge on machine train alignments, along with tips and procedures for efficiently completing the alignment.
Audi Allroad: Better Than An SUV
February 27, 2013 3:58 pm | by CNN Money | CommentsThese days, everybody has crossover SUVs - Audi even has two of them. But for 2013, Audi has brought the 'allroad' back to its lineup. An all-wheel drive station wagon with extra ground clearance that's more fun to drive than crossover SUVs.
Nissan - EPORO Robots Come To America
February 27, 2013 3:54 pm | by John Murphy | CommentsSeven small robots made by Nissan Motor Company could help change the fundamental way we get around forever. EPOROs - or zero emission robot car concepts - have made their debut in America and these little chick-like creatures run on electricity and use algorithms to move in harmony and in solitude.
School Helps Bring Manufacturing Jobs Back To The U.S.
February 27, 2013 3:51 pm | by AFTHQ | CommentsAustin Polytechnical Academy was founded as a partnership between labor and business to train students for high-end manufacturing jobs that often remain unfilled for lack of trained talent. The goal of this school is to educate students in all areas of manufacturing.
Consumer Reports: Best Cars For 2013
February 27, 2013 12:19 pm | by CNN Money | CommentsLots of car awards are given out every year but if you talk to anyone in the industry, probably none matters more than getting the nod from Consumer Reports. Consumer Reports recently announced their Top Pick vehicles for 2013, which received the highest scores in their self-administered tests. Detroit automakers didn't make the cut.
The Brilliant Phone Samsung & Apple Didn't Dream Up
February 26, 2013 12:54 pm | by Reuters | CommentsThe smartphone market may be massive, but most handsets basically look identical. That's because the big boys are scared of taking risks, says the man behind Russia's innovative YotaPhone, which includes a flip side, battery sipping E-ink display.
New Poll Shows Wide Support To Hike Minimum Wage
February 25, 2013 12:56 pm | by NBC News | CommentsNBC News contributor and formed chief economist to Vice President Biden, Jared Bernstein discusses the big debate over the benefits of raising the minimum wage to $9 an hour. A new poll finds wide support for raising the minimum wage by a nearly 3:1 margin.
Ford Adds 450 Jobs At Cleveland Plant
February 22, 2013 12:00 pm | by CNN Money | CommentsFord's Americas President Joe Hinrichs talks with CNNMoney about Ford's plan to bring manufacturing back to the United States, Ford's eco-boost engine overcapacity in Europe, and the growing North American demand for the eco-boost engines. This growing demand for fuel-efficient vehicles has prompted Ford to expand engine production in the U.S., adding 450 jobs at one of the company's Ohio plants.
Anger After U.S. Boss Insults France's Workers
February 21, 2013 4:23 pm | by Reuters | CommentsFrench workers have hit back at scathing comments made about them by an American tycoon. Maurice Taylor, the CEO of U.S. tire company Titan International told France's industry minister in a letter published by French media that he didn't want to take over a struggling tire plant as the workforce ''works only three hours.''
Tour PlanetSolar
February 20, 2013 3:12 pm | by spectrummag | CommentsPlanetSolar is the first boat to travel around the world on sunlight alone. Christian Ochsenbein, the on-board electrical engineer during the 19-month journey, shows off the yacht's power system. For more information visit http://spectrum.ieee.org.
Toyota Avalon: No Longer A 'Retiree's Car'
February 20, 2013 3:10 pm | by CNN Money | CommentsThe Toyota Avalon has always been a bit of a snooze, but the 2013 is actually not as boring as its predecessors. CNNMoney's David Valdes-Dapena reports that the new model is still a big, comfortable car but now it also is a nice drive as well. Take a look.
