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Renewable energy sources such as wind-powered generators can be more reliable and efficient by better controlling the process of getting electricity onto the power grid, according to a United States patent based on research by Dr. Shuhui Li, associate professor of electrical and computer engineering at The University of Alabama.
Author: Associated Engineering Press / Published: December 2, 2013 / Posted in: Electrical and Computer Engineering, Faculty and Staff, Research, UA News / Features: Dr. Shuhui Li, Dr. Tim A. Haskew
Ten years, four buildings and $270,222,013 later, the Science and Engineering Quad on the northeast side of campus is home to new laboratories and state-of-the-art technology. Shelby Hall, named for…
Source: Crimson White / Published: December 2, 2013 / Posted in: Faculty and Staff, In The News, Outreach, Research, Students / Features: Dr. Charles L. Karr
Even though it’s still an emerging technology, 3D printing has begun to truly excite everyone when present, and discourage them when absent. Some are heeding the call, preparing 3D printing…
Source: Softpedia / Published: November 22, 2013 / Posted in: Faculty and Staff, In The News, Outreach, Research, Students
Earlier this week, the American Society of Mechanical Engineers (ASME) held its annual International Mechanical Engineering Congress and Exposition in San Diego. Paramount was a discussion on 3D printing and…
Source: USA Today / Published: November 21, 2013 / Posted in: Faculty and Staff, In The News, Outreach, Research, Students
A new lecture series to honor a University of Alabama emeritus professor aims to present high visibility topics in the fields of metallurgical and materials engineering and design to students and the public.
Author: Associated Engineering Press / Published: November 20, 2013 / Posted in: Awards and Honors, Faculty and Staff, Metallurgical and Materials Engineering, Outreach, UA News
Dr. Jeff Gray, a University of Alabama associate professor of computer science, has been invited to serve on Code.org’s Education Advisory Council.
Author: Associated Engineering Press / Published: November 12, 2013 / Posted in: Awards and Honors, Computer Science, Faculty and Staff, Outreach, UA News / Features: Dr. Jeff Gray
Dr. Ajay K. Agrawal, professor and Robert F. Barfield Endowed Chair in Mechanical Engineering at The University of Alabama, will receive the 2013 Blackmon-Moody Outstanding Professor Award Nov. 15 at the UA President’s Mansion.
Author: Associated Engineering Press / Published: November 4, 2013 / Posted in: Awards and Honors, Faculty and Staff, Mechanical Engineering, Research, UA News / Features: Dr. Ajay K. Agrawal
A University of Alabama engineering professor and recent engineering graduate received national recognition by the Society of Women Engineers.
Author: Associated Engineering Press / Published: October 30, 2013 / Posted in: Awards and Honors, Faculty and Staff, Students, UA News / Features: Dr. Beth Ann Todd
Three University of Alabama students and two professors will publish a book chapter detailing their research in developing a smart phone application for children with autism.
Author: Associated Engineering Press / Published: October 28, 2013 / Posted in: Computer Science, Faculty and Staff, Outreach, Research, Students, UA News / Features: Dr. Jeff Gray
A better understanding of the aerodynamic properties of butterfly wings may lead to improved human-made flight, according to research at The University of Alabama recently funded by the National Science Foundation.
Author: Associated Engineering Press / Published: October 23, 2013 / Posted in: Aerospace Engineering and Mechanics, Faculty and Staff, Research, UA News / Features: Dr. Amy W. Lang
In 1837, The University of Alabama became one of the first five universities in the nation to offer engineering classes. Today, UA’s College of Engineering has more than 5,800 students and more than 150 faculty. In recent years, students in the College have been named USA Today All-USA College Academic Team members, Goldwater, Hollings, Portz, Boren, Mitchell and Truman scholars.
