Run silent, run (not so) cheap

Article Abstract:

Polar oceanographers are conducting research from a nuclear submarine under the ice at the North Pole. The researchers may avoid using magnetic and seismic devices because they could reveal the location of the submarine. These submarines cost $8 million to $15 million per year to operate.

Usage, Nuclear submarines, Oceanographic submersibles

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Phantom touch: imbuing a prosthesis with manual dexterity

Article Abstract:

Testing is being done at Rutgers University's department of biomedical engineering on what could be the first nimble prosthesis. A 10-year old amputee so far ranks as the only one who can wield the electric signals designated by the irregular lines on the computer screen.

Care and treatment, Testing, Prostheses and implants, Prosthesis, Amputees

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Micron machinations

Article Abstract:

Microscopic machines constructed from silicon could be as important to the development of new technologies as the transistor. The contributions of major micro-mechanics researchers are discussed.

Innovations, Semiconductor chips, Integrated circuits, History, Micromechanics, Micromechanics (Engineering)

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