on Don't call IQbuds Boosts hearing aids, but do give them a try By www.mnn.com Published On :: Mon, 07 May 2018 21:59:33 +0000 IQbuds Boost hearables are blurring the distinction between wireless earbuds and those so-called medical devices. Full Article Gadgets & Electronics
on Why our urge to answer the phone is long gone By www.mnn.com Published On :: Mon, 18 Jun 2018 21:20:46 +0000 It used to be the only form of instant two-way communication; now the telephone is just an obstacle. Full Article Gadgets & Electronics
on The new Apple Watch 4 is a boon for boomers By www.mnn.com Published On :: Tue, 09 Oct 2018 10:44:24 +0000 It's not just a watch, it is a whole new communications platform. Full Article Gadgets & Electronics
on Meet Boston Dynamics' family of strange and amazing robots By www.mnn.com Published On :: Fri, 12 Oct 2018 13:59:29 +0000 Boston Dynamics robots imitate human and animal movements, making them impressive — and a little creepy. Full Article Gadgets & Electronics
on This periodic table may make you think twice about your next phone upgrade By www.mnn.com Published On :: Wed, 30 Jan 2019 17:12:14 +0000 A new periodic table from the European Chemical Society spells it out: As rare earth elements are mined for use in smartphones, they're at risk of disappearing. Full Article Gadgets & Electronics
on Move over lithium-ion batteries, sodium-ion is the new hotness By www.mnn.com Published On :: Sat, 02 Feb 2019 04:06:36 +0000 Sodium ion batteries are cheaper and charge faster, but there are a few hurdles to their rise. Full Article Gadgets & Electronics
on Infotainment systems in cars are distractions for all, but even more so for older drivers By www.mnn.com Published On :: Mon, 05 Aug 2019 16:18:30 +0000 Entertainment systems in cars reveal a design problem, not an aging problem, and it should be fixed. Full Article Gadgets & Electronics
on What's that secret chip in the new iPhone? By www.mnn.com Published On :: Mon, 23 Sep 2019 13:28:48 +0000 It's another new technology that will be great for aging baby boomers; you and your stuff will never get lost. Full Article Gadgets & Electronics
on IrisVision is a VR headset that delivers reality to people with low vision By www.mnn.com Published On :: Fri, 25 Oct 2019 12:31:17 +0000 It's a great example of how phone technology is going to change everything about aging. Full Article Gadgets & Electronics
on Should I unplug my appliances and, if so, will I save money on my electric bill? By www.mnn.com Published On :: Fri, 01 Nov 2019 13:02:25 +0000 Appliances -- also known as energy vampires -- keep drawing power even when they're off. Full Article Gadgets & Electronics
on What's wrong with batteries? By www.mnn.com Published On :: Mon, 02 Dec 2019 17:02:33 +0000 This basic household item is full of hidden costs — from the environmental impact of mining to figuring out the safest way to dispose of them. Full Article Gadgets & Electronics
on How the smartphone changed our cities and our lives in the last decade By www.mnn.com Published On :: Mon, 30 Dec 2019 18:05:42 +0000 The way we use our cities has changed, the forces that drive them, all driven by the phone. It's also likely that we ain't seen nuthin' yet. Full Article Gadgets & Electronics
on Air-purifying headphones aim to help urban dwellers breathe easy By www.mnn.com Published On :: Wed, 12 Feb 2020 17:54:33 +0000 Vacuum manufacturer Dyson drops a patent for headphones that filter air to an integrated mouthpiece. Full Article Gadgets & Electronics
on Newly discovered shark puts on a light show to lure in its next meal By www.mnn.com Published On :: Mon, 22 Jul 2019 17:36:59 +0000 Scientists find a tiny pocket shark that glows in the dark in the Gulf of Mexico. Full Article Animals
on Squirrels rely on birds to let them know when it's safe to go out By www.mnn.com Published On :: Fri, 06 Sep 2019 12:25:37 +0000 Squirrels pay close attention to bird chatter to find out if there's a predator nearby. Full Article Animals
on Why male honeybees try to blind their queens By www.mnn.com Published On :: Tue, 10 Sep 2019 19:57:59 +0000 New research finds a protein in honeybee semen that makes the queen temporarily blind. Full Article Animals
on Why we're so fixated on bringing back the woolly mammoth By www.mnn.com Published On :: Tue, 08 Oct 2019 12:41:24 +0000 Scientists have been working to resurrect the woolly mammoth for years now. How close are we, and should we even be doing it? Full Article Animals
on Doctors perform cataract surgery on gorilla By www.mnn.com Published On :: Wed, 08 Jan 2020 16:10:08 +0000 Experts at San Diego Zoo's medical center perform cataract surgery on Leslie the lowland gorilla to save her eyesight. Full Article Animals
on Ocean creatures keep millions of viruses at bay By www.mnn.com Published On :: Thu, 02 Apr 2020 18:45:15 +0000 A new study finds some marine animals are brilliant virus exterminators. Full Article Research & Innovations
on [Mitsubishi Hitachi Power Systems, Ltd.]<br />MHPS to Introduce MHPS-TOMONI® Digital Solutions for Geothermal Power Plant in Mexico -- Real-time Plant Monitoring and Diagnostics to Improve Efficiency, Enhance Operational Performance and Redu By www.mhps.com Published On :: Wed, 25 Mar 2020 11:00:00 +0900 ・ First introduction for a geothermal power plant ・ Enhancing the operation and performance of power generating facilities in close cooperation with customers Full Article
on [Mitsubishi Hitachi Power Systems, Ltd.]<br />MHPS Announces Changes in Group Company Personnel By www.mhps.com Published On :: Thu, 26 Mar 2020 13:30:00 +0900 YOKOHAMA, JAPAN (March 26, 2020) - Mitsubishi Hitachi Power Systems, Ltd. (MHPS) announced the following group company personnel changes effective March 31 and April 1, 2020. Full Article
on [Mitsubishi Hitachi Power Systems, Ltd.]<br />MHPS Announces Changes in Executive-level Personnel By www.mhps.com Published On :: Thu, 26 Mar 2020 13:30:30 +0900 YOKOHAMA, JAPAN (March 26, 2020) - Mitsubishi Hitachi Power Systems, Ltd. (MHPS) announced the following executive-level personnel changes effective June 19, 2020. Full Article
on MHI Announces Nominations for Outside Directors By www.mhi.com Published On :: Tue, 31 Mar 2020 13:30:00 +0900 Tokyo, March 31, 2020 - At its Board of Directors meeting held today, Mitsubishi Heavy Industries, Ltd. (MHI) decided to nominate three Outside Directors (excluding membership on the Audit and Supervisory Committee) for approval at its 95th Ordinary General Meeting of Shareholders scheduled for June 26, 2020. Full Article
on [Primetals Technologies, Ltd.]<br />Primetals Technologies equips Baosteel CC3 continuous caster with new Integrated Control Center By www.primetals.com Published On :: Tue, 31 Mar 2020 14:26:43 +0900 New Integrated Control Center (ICC) for controlling and monitoring the entire continuous casting plant Full Article
on MHPS, MHIENG and MGC selected to conduct research on effective recycling of CO<sub>2</sub> to produce methanol<br>-- The collaborative research project commissioned by NEDO aiming at developing carbon capture and utilization (CCU) techno By www.mhi.com Published On :: Tue, 31 Mar 2020 15:30:00 +0900 Mitsubishi Hitachi Power Systems (MHPS), Mitsubishi Heavy Industries Engineering (MHIENG) and Mitsubishi Gas Chemical Company (MGC) were selected by the New Energy and Industrial Technology Development Organization (NEDO) to conduct joint research on the effective recycling of carbon dioxide (CO2) emitted from the refinery at Tomakomai City, Hokkaido Japan where the CO2 is captured and stored by the existing demonstration plant. Further utilizing of the demonstration plant currently employed for CO2 Capture and Storage (CCS), the three companies will collaborate on research activities for CO2 Capture and Utilization (CCU) in order to produce methanol from captured CO2. The research is expected to run until February 2021. Full Article
on [Mitsubishi Hitachi Power Systems, Ltd.]<br />Second Commercial-use MEGAMIE System Begins Operations at HAZAMA ANDO Technical Research Institute -- Supplying Clean Power with Low CO2 Emissions -- By www.mhps.com Published On :: Thu, 09 Apr 2020 11:00:00 +0900 ・ Supporting an energy management system with low-CO2 distributed power generation and self-consignment ・ Switch to CO2-free hydrogen fuel planned for the future Full Article
on MHI Thermal Systems Launches New Air Conditioner Ads on Concept of "Comforting the World with Heat," Featuring Popular Actress Keiko Kitagawa <br>-- First New Ad for Residential-use Lineup in 20 Years -- By www.mhi.com Published On :: Thu, 09 Apr 2020 11:00:01 +0900 ・ Broadcasts to get underway from April 10 to mark 50th anniversary of launch of "BEAVER" brand ・ Residential-use ad to focus on outstanding comfort from diverse advanced features; commercial-use ad to highlight IoT-based operating control and energy efficiency Full Article
on MHI Launches Full-scale Operations at New Subsidiary in Jakarta, Indonesia<br>-- New Subsidiary Will Ramp Up Sales and Services for Social Infrastructure Projects in Indonesia -- By www.mhi.com Published On :: Wed, 15 Apr 2020 11:00:00 +0900 ・ PT. MITSUBISHI HEAVY INDUSTRIES INDONESIA will strengthen functions of previous Jakarta liaison office ・ Enhanced status will boost MHI's presence in Indonesia Full Article
on [Mitsubishi Hitachi Power Systems, Ltd.]<br />MHPS Receives Order from Taiwan Power Company for Steam Turbine Facilities for the Datan Power Plant -- Equipment to Convert the Unit 7 Natural Gas-fired Simple Cycle Generator to a GTCC System -- By www.mhps.com Published On :: Wed, 22 Apr 2020 11:00:00 +0900 ・ Combined cycle operations scheduled to begin in November 2023 ・ Total plant output to increase 50%, from the current 600 MW to 900 MW Full Article
on [Mitsubishi Hitachi Power Systems, Ltd.]<br />MHPS the Global Market Share Leader in 2019 for Flue Gas Desulfurization Systems -- Market Research from the McCoy Power Report -- By www.mhps.com Published On :: Mon, 27 Apr 2020 13:30:00 +0900 ・ Top share with 37.2% of the global market, fifth time since 2014 ・ Contributing to a significant reduction in air pollutants, and improvement in the global environment Full Article
on Mitsubishi Heavy Industries Ltd. and Bombardier Inc. have agreed on a June 1, 2020 closing date for the transaction pertaining to the acquisition of Canadair Regional Jet Program.<br />-- Program to be operated under new name of MHI RJ Aviation Grou By www.mhi.com Published On :: Thu, 07 May 2020 10:00:00 +0900 Tokyo, May 7 (Montreal, May 6), 2020 – Mitsubishi Heavy Industries, Ltd. (MHI) (TOKYO:7011) and Bombardier Inc. (Bombardier) (TSX: BBD.B) of Canada have agreed that all closing conditions have been met and the transaction pertaining to the acquisition of Canadair Regional Jet (CRJ) Program will close on June 1, 2020. The Program will be operated under the newly created group entities of MHI RJ Aviation Group (MHIRJ) and will commence upon closing. Full Article
on Cape Hatteras National Seashore: A user's guide By www.mnn.com Published On :: Fri, 15 Jul 2011 11:57:15 +0000 North Carolina's Outer Banks area offers opportunities for a wide range of activities, from quiet reflection to any water-based recreational activity you can dr Full Article Wilderness & Resources
on Cumberland Island National Seashore: A user's guide By www.mnn.com Published On :: Sun, 17 Jul 2011 11:53:58 +0000 The largest of Georgia's barrier islands was once the winter playground for wealthy industrialists and now is a fruitful nesting ground for loggerhead turtles. Full Article Wilderness & Resources
on Great Egg Harbor National Wild & Scenic River: A user's guide By www.mnn.com Published On :: Wed, 20 Jul 2011 11:01:26 +0000 The tea-colored Great Egg Harbor River is a great way to access the wilderness known as the Pine Barrens. It flows pretty much as it always has — a rest stop Full Article Wilderness & Resources
on Golden Gate National Recreation Area: A user's guide By www.mnn.com Published On :: Thu, 21 Jul 2011 11:00:00 +0000 The Golden Gate National Recreation Area is a strand of green gems stretching 70 miles north and south of San Francisco and the famed Golden Gate Bridge. You’ Full Article Wilderness & Resources
on Piedmont Park in Atlanta: A user's guide By www.mnn.com Published On :: Fri, 22 Jul 2011 11:05:28 +0000 Some urban parks are a spot of green in a landscape of gray concrete and steel, the only spot for blocks and blocks with trees and grass. Atlanta has lots of tr Full Article Wilderness & Resources
on Rock Creek Park in Washington, D.C.: A user's guide By www.mnn.com Published On :: Sun, 24 Jul 2011 11:00:33 +0000 You don’t have to go to the boondocks to go hiking or horseback riding in deep woods teeming with deer, raccoons and even coyotes. You can do that in Rock Cre Full Article Wilderness & Resources
on Arches National Park: A user's guide By www.mnn.com Published On :: Mon, 25 Jul 2011 11:00:51 +0000 Arches National Park near Moab, Utah, may be the world’s largest sculpture garden — a place where Mother Nature has used wind and water to carve more than 2 Full Article Wilderness & Resources
on Little River Canyon National Preserve: A user's guide By www.mnn.com Published On :: Tue, 26 Jul 2011 12:16:09 +0000 You can take the rugged outdoors approach (rock-climbing, anyone?) or simply enjoy the views from one of eight overlooks at this scenic Alabama park. Full Article Wilderness & Resources
on Palo Duro Canyon State Park: A user's guide By www.mnn.com Published On :: Thu, 28 Jul 2011 12:12:09 +0000 The Grand Canyon of Texas is more accessible than its famous Arizona cousin — with trails for hikers, bikers and horseback riding. Full Article Wilderness & Resources
on Mammoth Cave National Park: A user's guide By www.mnn.com Published On :: Fri, 29 Jul 2011 12:14:32 +0000 The mysterious, ancient caves are the star attraction of this Kentucky park, but 70 miles of above-ground hiking trails and 30 miles of paddling opportunities w Full Article Wilderness & Resources
on Canyon de Chelly National Monument: A user's guide By www.mnn.com Published On :: Sun, 31 Jul 2011 13:24:08 +0000 This northeast Arizona park boasts three major canyons and because it lies on Navajo tribal land, you'll need a Navajo guide or ranger to get a better look at t Full Article Wilderness & Resources
on Indiana Dunes National Lakeshore: A user's guide By www.mnn.com Published On :: Tue, 02 Aug 2011 12:03:59 +0000 When you think of beach, Indiana may not spring to mind, but this area boasts plenty of uncrowded waterfront — and even views of the Chicago skyline. Full Article Wilderness & Resources
on Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore: A user's guide By www.mnn.com Published On :: Wed, 03 Aug 2011 12:15:57 +0000 The red and orange sandstone cliffs are best viewed from a kayak — but with 111 miles of hiking trail, you'll see many snapshot-worthy sites on foot, too. Full Article Wilderness & Resources
on Apostle Islands National Lakeshore: A user's guide By www.mnn.com Published On :: Thu, 04 Aug 2011 12:04:50 +0000 The 21 islands that make up Apostle Islands National Lakeshore will reveal a whole new side of Wisconsin — just be sure to bring your kayak for the best view. Full Article Wilderness & Resources
on Cuyahoga Valley National Park: A user's guide By www.mnn.com Published On :: Sat, 06 Aug 2011 12:07:36 +0000 Cuyahoga Valley National Park — a swath of green river valley stretching from Akron north to the southern edge of Cleveland — is Ohio’s only national park Full Article Wilderness & Resources
on Rocky Mountain National Park: A user's guide By www.mnn.com Published On :: Sun, 07 Aug 2011 12:15:47 +0000 With a mix of soaring granite peaks, lush alpine meadows, high country lakes and waterfalls, Rocky Mountain National Park is a park straight out of central cast Full Article Wilderness & Resources
on Chattahoochee River National Recreation Area: A user's guide By www.mnn.com Published On :: Mon, 08 Aug 2011 11:57:35 +0000 This Georgia river is a refuge for metro Atlanta, providing opportunities for biking, hiking, canoeing — and some blissful silence. Full Article Wilderness & Resources
on Kenai Fjords National Park: A user's guide By www.mnn.com Published On :: Thu, 11 Aug 2011 12:04:09 +0000 Kenai Fjords National Park in Alaska is three fingers of Mother Nature poured over ice. A place where glaciers creep to the sea and the Harding Icefield, which Full Article Wilderness & Resources
on Hot Springs National Park: A user's guide By www.mnn.com Published On :: Fri, 12 Aug 2011 11:31:27 +0000 The therapeutic qualities of these springs have drawn visitors for more than 200 years — and the history and architecture of this Arkansas hot spot provide ev Full Article Wilderness & Resources