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  • Open sourcing civilization

    Posted April 18, 2011 - 8:00 am

    Every once in a while, you stumble across something so basic, yet so cool, you wonder how the world ever got by without it before. One fusion physicist-turned-farmer is leading a project to give the world 50 basic machines to build a civilization.

  • Community is Not Crowdsourcing

    Posted November 19, 2010 - 1:53 pm

    Open source or open source-sympathetic companies seem to have this notion that communities are a tool to get something done. Whether it's building an app, improving some software, or just trying to establish product loyalty, communities can be seen as just a means to an end.

  • Maple seeds inspire new unmanned drone

    Posted October 26, 2009 - 8:11 am

    When it comes to the ideal spinning blades for a flying machine, "Nature has worked on this for millions of years and perfected it and it has optimal dynamic properties," says Darryll Pines, dean of the University of Maryland's Clark School of Engineering.

  • Engineer unemployment rate spikes

    Posted April 6, 2009 - 5:19 pm

    The unemployment rate for engineering and computer occupations is rising faster than for other professionals, according to the IEEE, which says first quarter labor statistics reveal a significant increase in the jobless rates among engineers.

  • Mommas don't let their babies grow up to be engineers

    Posted February 9, 2009 - 6:00 pm

    More than 85% of students today aren't considering careers in engineering, a new survey found, as more parents encourage girls specifically to become actresses than IT professionals.
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