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Automation Update
Wind project in holding pattern The world's biggest wind farm located in the Texas Panhandle is now on hold. More...
Solar cell costs coming down Solar power's heavy cost continues to be the downside to any kind of growth as a potential energy source. More...
Without fangs, robo bats to the rescue Tiny flying machines can work for everything from indoor surveillance to exploring collapsed buildings, but there are times when they just will not fit. More...
Underwater robots can communicate threats Underwater laser networking and imaging technologies are now in development that could provide rapid identification and communication of potential threats in murky coastal waters. More...
3-D nano measurements When it comes to micro and nano structures, precision is the name of the game. More...
Technology can see through a disguise A disguise may work to fool the naked eye, but a new computerized face recognition system may be able to see through any kind of masking. More...
CSA deals for U.K. testing firm CSA Group will pay $12.9 million (£8 million) for U.K.-based SIRA Test and Certification Limited. More...
Looking for the 'messiah' vehicle It is no secret the American automobile industry, specifically the "Big Three" companies of General Motors, Ford and Chrysler, has suffered deeply during the current recession. More...
Global perspectives: Russian oil company boosting refinery Russian oil firm Tatneft, controlled by the regional administration of the Republic of Tatarstan, wants to get $1-$1.2 billion additional financing this year for its Nizhnekamsk refinery project. More...
Market Research
Want more power? Go fly a kite High flying kites may someday power up the bright lights of New York. More...
People in Automation
Tongue can drive powered wheelchair With a huge boost from technology, individuals can now maneuver a powered wheelchair or control a mouse cursor using simple tongue movements. More...
Columns
Pinto's Point: Software as a service Over a decade ago "The Network is the Computer" was Sun Microsystems' slogan. Now the concept is emerging with a new wave of explosive growth. More...
Calendar of Events
24-27 JULY Automation World Show, New Delhi, India. http://www.kmgindia.com/aws09_profile.php.
29-30 SEPTEMBER Wireless Technologies Conference, Stuttgart, Germany. http://www.mesago.de/en/WT/main.htm. Additional Calendar Events
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