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fromSeangoedecke
1 day ago
Tech industry

Why are big tech companies so slow?

Big tech's inefficiencies are often misunderstood; many factors contribute to the complexity and time required for their projects.
fromHackernoon
3 months ago
Artificial intelligence

Escape the AIpocalypse: Essential Strategies for Developers | HackerNoon

Embrace AI's potential; adaptation is key for engineers in the evolving tech landscape.
fromSeangoedecke
1 day ago
Tech industry

Why are big tech companies so slow?

Big tech's inefficiencies are often misunderstood; many factors contribute to the complexity and time required for their projects.
fromHackernoon
3 months ago
Artificial intelligence

Escape the AIpocalypse: Essential Strategies for Developers | HackerNoon

Embrace AI's potential; adaptation is key for engineers in the evolving tech landscape.
more#software-development
#innovation
Medicine
fromNature
2 months ago

Why is it so hard to rewrite a genome?

Synthetic genomics has progressed significantly since the failed Big DNA Contest in 2004, demonstrating the importance of ambition and imagination in research.
Tech industry
fromTechzine Global
4 weeks ago

New Intel CEO gives engineers more space and cuts down on bureaucracy

Lip-Bu Tan is focusing on innovation at Intel by cutting middle management and engaging directly with engineers and customers.
fromYanko Design - Modern Industrial Design News
1 week ago
OMG science

Tiny, winged robot jumps instead of flying - Yanko Design

Robots are increasingly inspired by nature, leading to innovative movement technologies.
A new tiny robot uses wing-assisted hopping to achieve agility and energy efficiency.
fromYanko Design - Modern Industrial Design News
2 months ago
Bicycling

James Bruton's Omni-Directional Ball-Wheeled Bike: Re-Inventing Mobility with Spherical Wheels - Yanko Design

James Bruton's creation offers an innovative approach to biking with omnidirectional movement using spheres instead of wheels.
Medicine
fromNature
2 months ago

Why is it so hard to rewrite a genome?

Synthetic genomics has progressed significantly since the failed Big DNA Contest in 2004, demonstrating the importance of ambition and imagination in research.
Tech industry
fromTechzine Global
4 weeks ago

New Intel CEO gives engineers more space and cuts down on bureaucracy

Lip-Bu Tan is focusing on innovation at Intel by cutting middle management and engaging directly with engineers and customers.
fromYanko Design - Modern Industrial Design News
1 week ago
OMG science

Tiny, winged robot jumps instead of flying - Yanko Design

Robots are increasingly inspired by nature, leading to innovative movement technologies.
A new tiny robot uses wing-assisted hopping to achieve agility and energy efficiency.
fromYanko Design - Modern Industrial Design News
2 months ago
Bicycling

James Bruton's Omni-Directional Ball-Wheeled Bike: Re-Inventing Mobility with Spherical Wheels - Yanko Design

James Bruton's creation offers an innovative approach to biking with omnidirectional movement using spheres instead of wheels.
more#innovation
#infrastructure
fromLos Angeles Times
3 days ago
Los Angeles

A rare glimpse inside the mountain tunnel that carries water to Southern California

The San Jacinto Tunnel is a crucial water delivery system for Southern California, showcasing early 20th-century engineering ingenuity.
fromNature
2 months ago
Miscellaneous

Amazing Australopithecus - excitement from 1925 about a 'man ape' fossil find

A South African skull discovery sheds light on human evolution.
fromianVisits
3 weeks ago
London music

Second HS2 tunnel reaches Greenford, completing Western Northolt tunnel

HS2's Northolt Tunnel project successfully completes a 5-mile stretch using advanced tunnel boring technology and innovative engineering methods.
fromianVisits
2 months ago
Miscellaneous

HS2 railway bridge installed over busy Chilterns road in just one day

The HS2 railway bridge was successfully installed overnight over a busy road using innovative engineering techniques.
fromLos Angeles Times
3 days ago
Los Angeles

A rare glimpse inside the mountain tunnel that carries water to Southern California

The San Jacinto Tunnel is a crucial water delivery system for Southern California, showcasing early 20th-century engineering ingenuity.
fromNature
2 months ago
Miscellaneous

Amazing Australopithecus - excitement from 1925 about a 'man ape' fossil find

A South African skull discovery sheds light on human evolution.
fromianVisits
3 weeks ago
London music

Second HS2 tunnel reaches Greenford, completing Western Northolt tunnel

HS2's Northolt Tunnel project successfully completes a 5-mile stretch using advanced tunnel boring technology and innovative engineering methods.
fromianVisits
2 months ago
Miscellaneous

HS2 railway bridge installed over busy Chilterns road in just one day

The HS2 railway bridge was successfully installed overnight over a busy road using innovative engineering techniques.
more#infrastructure
#technology
fromMail Online
2 months ago
Miscellaneous

Terrifying robot dog can walk and backflip on almost any terrain

The Lynx robotic dog represents advanced technology capable of navigating diverse terrains, primarily aimed at search and rescue applications.
fromBusiness Insider
3 days ago
Silicon Valley

Who is Chris Malachowsky? Meet the Nvidia co-founder and inventor of the GPU

Chris Malachowsky's transition from pre-med to engineering was crucial to founding Nvidia, a leader in graphics computing.
fromSilicon Canals
2 months ago
Miscellaneous

Dutch-based Trymax Semiconductor acquired by Accuron

Accuron Technologies acquires Trymax Semiconductor to expand its semiconductor equipment portfolio and strengthen its European presence.
fromMail Online
2 months ago
Miscellaneous

Terrifying robot dog can walk and backflip on almost any terrain

The Lynx robotic dog represents advanced technology capable of navigating diverse terrains, primarily aimed at search and rescue applications.
fromBusiness Insider
3 days ago
Silicon Valley

Who is Chris Malachowsky? Meet the Nvidia co-founder and inventor of the GPU

Chris Malachowsky's transition from pre-med to engineering was crucial to founding Nvidia, a leader in graphics computing.
fromSilicon Canals
2 months ago
Miscellaneous

Dutch-based Trymax Semiconductor acquired by Accuron

Accuron Technologies acquires Trymax Semiconductor to expand its semiconductor equipment portfolio and strengthen its European presence.
more#technology
Tech industry
fromBusiness Insider
1 week ago

Windsurf CEO says vibe coding doesn't mean companies should hire fewer engineers: 'This actually means you hire more'

AI's coding capabilities don't automatically boost engineer productivity 10x.
#architecture
Higher education
fromIrish Independent
1 month ago

College applications rise by almost 9pc as most popular CAO course choices revealed

Health, arts, and business remain popular courses, while interest in engineering and construction is rising among CAO applicants.
Vue
fromArchDaily
1 week ago

The Orb / MARC FORNES / THEVERYMANY

The Orb represents innovation by merging architecture and art, serving as an interactive space reflecting Google's creativity.
fromPopular Science
2 weeks ago
Canada news

World's tallest bridge set to open in China very soon

Huajiang Canyon Bridge in China is the world's tallest bridge, standing 2,051 feet high and designed for challenging environmental conditions.
Higher education
fromIrish Independent
1 month ago

College applications rise by almost 9pc as most popular CAO course choices revealed

Health, arts, and business remain popular courses, while interest in engineering and construction is rising among CAO applicants.
Vue
fromArchDaily
1 week ago

The Orb / MARC FORNES / THEVERYMANY

The Orb represents innovation by merging architecture and art, serving as an interactive space reflecting Google's creativity.
fromPopular Science
2 weeks ago
Canada news

World's tallest bridge set to open in China very soon

Huajiang Canyon Bridge in China is the world's tallest bridge, standing 2,051 feet high and designed for challenging environmental conditions.
more#architecture
#design
fromYanko Design - Modern Industrial Design News
1 week ago
Design

Time Eternal: The 3D Printed Perpetual Calendar Clock That Defies Expectations - Yanko Design

The 3D-printed perpetual calendar clock combines intricate mechanical design with functionality, offering accurate timekeeping until March 2100 without updates.
Its skeleton design showcases the gears and workings of the clock, providing a visual insight into its complex timekeeping functions.
fromYanko Design - Modern Industrial Design News
1 month ago
London

Fully Functional LEGO Cuckoo Clock Has a Self-Winding Design, Pendulum, and Pop-out Cuckoo Bird - Yanko Design

The LEGO cuckoo clock combines complex mechanics with whimsical design, offering a richly detailed homage to traditional cuckoo clocks.
fromYanko Design - Modern Industrial Design News
1 week ago
Design

Time Eternal: The 3D Printed Perpetual Calendar Clock That Defies Expectations - Yanko Design

The 3D-printed perpetual calendar clock combines intricate mechanical design with functionality, offering accurate timekeeping until March 2100 without updates.
Its skeleton design showcases the gears and workings of the clock, providing a visual insight into its complex timekeeping functions.
fromYanko Design - Modern Industrial Design News
1 month ago
London

Fully Functional LEGO Cuckoo Clock Has a Self-Winding Design, Pendulum, and Pop-out Cuckoo Bird - Yanko Design

The LEGO cuckoo clock combines complex mechanics with whimsical design, offering a richly detailed homage to traditional cuckoo clocks.
more#design
#creativity
fromHackernoon
2 years ago
Women in technology

Next Time You Prompt, Try Engineering it | HackerNoon

Creating meaningful AI art requires iteration and intentional design, rather than just following current trends.
fromHackernoon
2 years ago
Women in technology

Next Time You Prompt, Try Engineering it | HackerNoon

Creating meaningful AI art requires iteration and intentional design, rather than just following current trends.
more#creativity
#leadership
Tech industry
fromLogRocket Blog
2 months ago

Leader Spotlight: Leveraging the best of product and engineering, with Vamsee Chamakura - LogRocket Blog

Vamsee Chamakura highlights the importance of engineering knowledge in facilitating communication and collaboration between product and engineering teams.
fromSeangoedecke
1 week ago
Women in technology

Engineers who won't commit

Strong engineers must take a position in technical discussions to guide the team and prevent poor decisions, even with low confidence.
Tech industry
fromLogRocket Blog
2 months ago

Leader Spotlight: Leveraging the best of product and engineering, with Vamsee Chamakura - LogRocket Blog

Vamsee Chamakura highlights the importance of engineering knowledge in facilitating communication and collaboration between product and engineering teams.
fromSeangoedecke
1 week ago
Women in technology

Engineers who won't commit

Strong engineers must take a position in technical discussions to guide the team and prevent poor decisions, even with low confidence.
more#leadership
#robotics
OMG science
fromArs Technica
1 month ago

We've figured out the basics of a shape-shifting, T-1000-style material

Researchers developed cell-like robots that can shapeshift and interact in complex ways, inspired by biological systems.
fromScienceDaily
2 months ago
Artificial intelligence

A robust and adaptive controller for ballbots

A novel PID controller integrated with a radial basis function neural network enhances ballbot mobility and control.
fromCardplayer
2 weeks ago
Poker

College Students Build Poker-Playing Robot

A Northeastern University duo created a robot that plays live poker, showcasing advancements in robotics and algorithms for precise motion control.
fromArs Technica
1 week ago
Roam Research

RoboBee sticks the landing

RoboBee demonstrated successful takeoff and landing on uneven surfaces, marking progress towards autonomy.
fromScienceDaily
1 month ago
Bootstrapping

Squirrel-inspired leaping robot can stick a landing on a branch

Engineers are developing agile robots inspired by squirrel biomechanics to navigate challenging environments and improve disaster response capabilities.
OMG science
fromArs Technica
1 month ago

We've figured out the basics of a shape-shifting, T-1000-style material

Researchers developed cell-like robots that can shapeshift and interact in complex ways, inspired by biological systems.
Poker
fromCardplayer
2 weeks ago

College Students Build Poker-Playing Robot

A Northeastern University duo created a robot that plays live poker, showcasing advancements in robotics and algorithms for precise motion control.
Bootstrapping
fromScienceDaily
1 month ago

Squirrel-inspired leaping robot can stick a landing on a branch

Engineers are developing agile robots inspired by squirrel biomechanics to navigate challenging environments and improve disaster response capabilities.
more#robotics
fromBerlin Startup Jobs
1 week ago
European startups

Job Vacancy: Python/AI Senior engineers // Intermezzo Inc | IT / Software Development Jobs | Berlin Startup Jobs

Intermezzo seeks seasoned engineers for its payroll platform expansion in Germany, emphasizing cultural and technology fit.
The company values curiosity, customer focus, and specific technical skills in candidates.
Women in technology
fromHackernoon
9 months ago

Engineers, Stop Getting Promoted - It's a Trap | HackerNoon

Professional advancement often leads to a disconnect from technical skills, particularly for engineers who transition into management roles.
#space-exploration
OMG science
fromTheregister
1 month ago

More Voyager instruments shut down to eke out power supplies

NASA is shutting down instruments on the Voyager probes to extend their operational life into the 2030s.
OMG science
fromOpen Culture
2 weeks ago

A Forgotten 16th-Century Manuscript Reveals the First Designs for Modern Rockets

Conrad Haas pioneered early rocketry concepts in the 16th century, laying groundwork for multi-stage rocket design.
OMG science
fromTheregister
1 month ago

More Voyager instruments shut down to eke out power supplies

NASA is shutting down instruments on the Voyager probes to extend their operational life into the 2030s.
OMG science
fromOpen Culture
2 weeks ago

A Forgotten 16th-Century Manuscript Reveals the First Designs for Modern Rockets

Conrad Haas pioneered early rocketry concepts in the 16th century, laying groundwork for multi-stage rocket design.
more#space-exploration
fromHackernoon
4 years ago
Bootstrapping

The Markup and the Curious Case of the Tricky Timeout Bug | HackerNoon

The Markup's Blacklight tool encounters a timeout bug that disrupts user privacy analysis, prompting a team effort to enhance its scanning capabilities.
fromMedievalists.net
2 weeks ago
History

Medieval City Had Sophisticated Sanitation System Unmatched for Centuries, Study Finds - Medievalists.net

Córdoba's sanitation infrastructure was remarkably advanced for its time, not surpassed in Europe until the 20th century.
#stem-education
more#stem-education
#innovative-design
fromYanko Design - Modern Industrial Design News
1 month ago
Gadgets

This Tiny Precision-Engineered Fractal Vise Is the Coolest Desk Toy You Didn't Know You Needed - Yanko Design

The MetMo Fractal Vise blends functionality and beauty, reshaping how we engage with tools designed for both heavy use and aesthetic appeal.
fromYanko Design - Modern Industrial Design News
4 weeks ago
Design

Blueprint to Bezel: How Rolex's Revolutionary Movement Shaped the Land-Dweller - Yanko Design

The Rolex Land-Dweller exemplifies innovative design, where the movement architecture directly influences the overall form and functionality of the watch.
fromYanko Design - Modern Industrial Design News
1 month ago
Gadgets

This Tiny Precision-Engineered Fractal Vise Is the Coolest Desk Toy You Didn't Know You Needed - Yanko Design

The MetMo Fractal Vise blends functionality and beauty, reshaping how we engage with tools designed for both heavy use and aesthetic appeal.
fromYanko Design - Modern Industrial Design News
4 weeks ago
Design

Blueprint to Bezel: How Rolex's Revolutionary Movement Shaped the Land-Dweller - Yanko Design

The Rolex Land-Dweller exemplifies innovative design, where the movement architecture directly influences the overall form and functionality of the watch.
more#innovative-design
fromJeremymikkola
4 weeks ago
UX design

A UI might not make it easier

Self-serve access to systems is beneficial but not universally applicable; complexity can hinder its effectiveness.
fromArs Technica
1 month ago
Media industry

Did Red Bull build an undriveable car? Questions from the Chinese Grand Prix.

F1 emphasizes its nature as entertainment, not solely a sport or engineering competition.
fromzeroheight
1 month ago
UX design

Design Systems Report 2025 - Brought to you by zeroheight

The 2025 report reveals increasing involvement of engineers in design system discussions.
Brooklyn
fromCbsnews
1 month ago

Honoring the legacy of Emily Warren Roebling, who helped build the Brooklyn Bridge

Emily Warren Roebling played a crucial role in the completion of the Brooklyn Bridge, taking over after her husband's illness.
#community-engagement
fromianVisits
1 month ago
UK news

People living near railways offered disturbance alerts

A new notification scheme lets nearby residents know about railway engineering work that may disturb their sleep or weekends.
fromianVisits
1 month ago
UK news

People living near railways offered disturbance alerts

A new notification scheme lets nearby residents know about railway engineering work that may disturb their sleep or weekends.
more#community-engagement
Tech industry
fromTechzine Global
1 month ago

New Intel CEO Lip-Bu Tan continues plan of predecessor

Lip-Bu Tan's leadership aims to transform Intel into an engineering-focused company while continuing its commitment to chip production for competitors.
#spacex
Toronto startup
fromTechCrunch
1 month ago

SpaceX Starship spirals out of control in second straight test flight failure | TechCrunch

SpaceX's Starship experienced a major failure during its latest test flight, losing multiple engines and control.
Bootstrapping
fromArs Technica
1 month ago

SpaceX readies a redo of last month's ill-fated Starship test flight

The FAA has issued a launch license for SpaceX's Starship Flight 8 after satisfactory safety reviews.
SpaceX is implementing critical hardware modifications following the investigation of Flight 7's failure.
NYC startup
fromFuturism
1 month ago

SpaceX Has a Major Problem: New Versions of Starship Are Performing Worse Than Older Ones

Starship Block 2's development faces major issues as both recent flight tests ended in explosions, indicating significant setbacks for SpaceX.
Toronto startup
fromTechCrunch
1 month ago

SpaceX Starship spirals out of control in second straight test flight failure | TechCrunch

SpaceX's Starship experienced a major failure during its latest test flight, losing multiple engines and control.
Bootstrapping
fromArs Technica
1 month ago

SpaceX readies a redo of last month's ill-fated Starship test flight

The FAA has issued a launch license for SpaceX's Starship Flight 8 after satisfactory safety reviews.
SpaceX is implementing critical hardware modifications following the investigation of Flight 7's failure.
NYC startup
fromFuturism
1 month ago

SpaceX Has a Major Problem: New Versions of Starship Are Performing Worse Than Older Ones

Starship Block 2's development faces major issues as both recent flight tests ended in explosions, indicating significant setbacks for SpaceX.
more#spacex
#mountain-biking
fromBikeMag
2 months ago
Bicycling

The Inspiring Story of Designing a Mountain Bike at 15-Years-Old

Carter, at 15, is turning his mountain bike design dreams into reality through Euler Bikes.
fromBikeMag
1 month ago
Bicycling

These Beloved USA-Made MTB Components Just Got Even Better

The Hydra2 hubs from Industry Nine enhance durability while maintaining high performance for modern mountain biking.
fromBikeMag
2 months ago
Bicycling

The Inspiring Story of Designing a Mountain Bike at 15-Years-Old

Carter, at 15, is turning his mountain bike design dreams into reality through Euler Bikes.
fromBikeMag
1 month ago
Bicycling

These Beloved USA-Made MTB Components Just Got Even Better

The Hydra2 hubs from Industry Nine enhance durability while maintaining high performance for modern mountain biking.
more#mountain-biking
Growth hacking
fromTechCrunch
1 month ago

HackerPulse wants to help enterprises spot engineering bottlenecks | TechCrunch

HackerPulse helps enterprises identify and resolve productivity bottlenecks in engineering teams by integrating various tools for better insights.
Tech industry
fromITPro
2 months ago

Enterprises are set to waste $44.5 billion on needless cloud spending this year - the growing disconnect between FinOps and engineering teams is a key factor

Enterprises face significant cloud spending inefficiencies due to disconnects between engineering and FinOps teams.
Retirement
fromCornell Chronicle
2 months ago

Don Turcotte, professor emeritus, tectonics pioneer, dies at 92 | Cornell Chronicle

Don Turcotte, influential geoscientist and engineer, passed away at age 92, remembered for his innovative work in mantle dynamics and extensive contributions to geoscience.
History
fromwww.thehistoryblog.com
2 months ago

Santini Codex returns to Ducal Palace of Urbino

The Santini Codex, a unique 15th-century manuscript, has returned to the Ducal Palace in Urbino, showcasing advanced machinery designs of the Renaissance.
Tech industry
fromTechCrunch
2 months ago

Exclusive: Despite recent layoffs, Meta is expanding in India

Meta is cutting 5% of its employees while expanding its engineering presence in Bengaluru, hiring for critical positions in internal tools development.
Artificial intelligence
fromHackernoon
2 months ago

Why Smart Power Systems Still Have Big Problems to Solve | HackerNoon

The study highlights the gap between theoretical methods' capabilities and real-world performance, emphasizing the need for further research in addressing these discrepancies.
fromCaribbean Life
2 months ago
Education

BMCC, Morehouse College strengthen partnership with new pipeline opportunities - Caribbean Life

BMCC and Morehouse College established a partnership to facilitate transfers for BMCC students into Morehouse, enhancing educational opportunities and pathways.
fromSecurityWeek
2 months ago
Information security

UK Engineering Giant IMI Hit by Cyberattack

IMI reported a cyberattack involving unauthorized access to its systems, retaining external experts to investigate and respond.
fromCornell Chronicle
2 months ago
Science

Arthur Ruoff, professor and high-pressure scientist, dies at 94 | Cornell Chronicle

Arthur L. Ruoff was a pivotal figure in high-pressure research, contributing significantly to materials science at Cornell University.
fromThe New Yorker
2 months ago
Business

Donald Trump's Combative Pursuits in Panama

The Panama Canal remains an engineering marvel that significantly reduces shipping time and costs between the Atlantic and Pacific.
fromsfist.com
2 months ago
Mission District

Roller-Skating Engineer's Public Bench Project Spawns 210 Community Benches To Date

Chris Duderstadt has created 210 community benches over the last decade to enhance public spaces in the Inner Sunset.
fromPragmaticengineer
3 months ago
Miscellaneous

How Anthropic built Artifacts

Anthropic's Claude 3.5 Sonnet shows substantial improvement for coding tasks, signaling a potential shift in LLM leadership.
The new Artifacts feature promotes collaboration by enabling users to create and share interactive content easily.
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