Amazon Kindle Paperwhite
A review of the latest e-ink Amazon e-book device. Continue reading
Category Archives: Design engineering
Software & workforce harmonisation
Do we understand the limitations of our tools? What can we learn from large scale disasters to improve system safety and competitive advantages? Continue reading
Dust causes equipment failure
Dust accumulation blocks cooling, causes short-circuits and ultimately causes explosions or electrical fires. Continue reading
Prudent use of heat by-products
Gigawatts of electrical energy are wastefully converted directly into heat! Support scientific research while heating your home, without extra cost. Continue reading
3D TV—is it good enough?
An investigation into the feasibility of high-fidelity 3D displays. Examines the history of 3D displays, the health implications of viewing low-quality 3D images, and the fundamental limits of 3D display quality in the context of current trends in the semiconductor market. Continue reading
Childproofing your computer
Instructions for disabling the power button and disc eject buttons on your computer, without preventing a trained adult from using those functions. Continue reading