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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
A University of Alabama graduate student from the College of Engineering claimed the top prize in the University’s inaugural 3 Minute Thesis competition, while another engineering graduate student won the “People’s Choice” award Wednesday night.
Author: Associated Engineering Press / Published: November 22, 2013 / Posted in: Awards and Honors, Civil, Construction and Environmental Engineering, Research, Students, UA News
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
The days just before Christmas, as people rush to buy presents and travel to holiday destinations, can be more dangerous on roadways than the days surrounding Thanksgiving and New Year’s, according to a recent study of traffic data by The University of Alabama Center for Advanced Public Safety.
Author: Associated Engineering Press / Published: November 19, 2013 / Posted in: Center for Advanced Public Safety, Research, UA News / Features: Dr. David Brown
From a student-run company offering small-loans to fellow entrepreneurs to a faculty member’s approach to lowering replacement costs for electric vehicle batteries, a variety of innovative approaches will be outlined during The University of Alabama’s first Innovation Day set for Friday, Nov. 15.
Author: Associated Engineering Press / Published: November 11, 2013 / Posted in: Outreach, Research, UA News
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
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
A University of Alabama start-up company developing technology to charge cell phones and other portable devices wirelessly was a winner in a state-wide business competition.
Author: Associated Engineering Press / Published: October 2, 2013 / Posted in: Electrical and Computer Engineering, Outreach, Research, UA News / Features: Dr. Jaber Abu-Qahouq
Dr. Richard C. Bradt, professor emeritus at The University of Alabama, was recognized for his lifetime achievements in ceramic science and engineering.
Author: Associated Engineering Press / Published: September 27, 2013 / Posted in: Awards and Honors, Faculty and Staff, Metallurgical and Materials Engineering, Research, UA News
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.
