Podcasts : Daily News Podcast Library
Listen to audio reports from our editors covering a wide range of new technologies and trends.
John Coster-Mullen on the Engineering behind the First Atomic Bombs
John Coster-Mullen of Waukesha, WI has built a highly accurate replica of the atomic bomb through an amazing piece of engineering research.
Solar Energy Will Power Phoenix Mars Lander
Tim Gasparrini of Lockheed Martin describes the mechanical engineering challenges of building a Lander that will function on the Martian North Pole from May to November. 8:17
Project Leader Peter Smith Describes Phoenix Mars Mission
The Phoenix Lander is scheduled to land on the Martian North Pole May 25, beginning a five- or six-month quest to determine through experiments if life is possible on Mars. 13:44
Navy Specifies New Fastening System for Hovercrafts
Hear Loren Ball describe a new vibration-proof fastening system that is expected to dramatically reduce maintenance and improve performance of the U.S. Navy's Hovercrafts. Read the full article here.
Bosch CEO Upbeat about 2008 Business Outlook
DN Editor-in-Chief John Dodge interviewed Bosch Rexroth Corp. CEO and president Berend Bracht yesterday about the quality of American engineers coming out of school and about the business outlook for 2008. His assessment is upbeat, especially about wind turbines, solar and regenerative braking for hydraulically powered vehicles. 16:53
The Personal CAD Market Explained
Alibre Chairman Paul Grayson, a long time graphics software veteran, believes low-cost CAD tools are now within the reach of engineers working at home on either work-related or personal projects. Grayson and Alibre CEO Greg Milliken call it the "Personal CAD" market. DN Editor-in-Chief John Dodge interviewed the pair at the Design News offices Thursday. 5:45
Pros and Cons of Focused Engineering Degrees
Professor Robert Malloy of UMass Lowell says focused degrees in plastics engineering earn high praise from many graduates, but they aren't for everyone. Who can choose professions at 17? 9:13
Nano Antennae Collect Solar Energy
A new method for collecting solar energy uses nano-sized antennae printed on thin sheets. Researcher Steve Novak discusses the process for this method and the timeline for implementation. 8:56
Material Connexion Consults on Green Material Designs
Material Connexion is a materials library and consultancy with four locations spread across the globe. Vice President Dr. Andrew Dent talks about Material Connexion and new trends in materials and design. 6:28
New LED Color Technology Debuts in Tahoe
Buttons and knobs in the Chevy Tahoe SUV use patented fluorescing dyes molded in polycarbonate resin to achieve new custom lighting effects at a 65-percent cost savings. 10:14
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