Blogs by Section

Automotive

The Automotive section of CR4 includes forum and blog entries about cars, motorcycles and trucks. Feel free to talk about your favorite rides, mod work, building kits, repairs, parts and baffling annoyances.

Blog	Last Blog Entry	Blog Entries	Comments
Autoholics Your daily fix of automotive news and car-crazy culture. The blog written by gearheads, for gearheads.	Could The Manual Be Making a Comeback? 05/11/2012 9:00 AM by CarDomain	218	2063
Automotive Technology The Automotive Technology Blog is the place for conversation and discussion about Electrical/Electronic Components; Materials; Design & Assembly; and Powertrain Systems. Here, you'll find ev ...	Unlocking Gridlock 01/04/2012 7:12 AM	120	2336
Hemmings Motor News Blog Hemmings Motor News has been around since 1954. We're proud of our heritage, but we're also more than the Hemmings full of classifieds that your father subscribed to. Aside from new editorial content ...	DIY Auto Restoration Made Easier: Expanded TechShop Workspaces 05/15/2012 9:00 AM by dstrohl	848	2236
Motorz How many times have you watched automotive how-to shows on cable TV and wondered how they make it look so easy, and where did they get all those expensive tools? If you're like most automotive enthu ...	How to Rebuild a Chevy 350's Bottom End 02/25/2012 12:00 AM by motorztv	38	69

BioMech & BioMed

The BioMech & BioMed Section of CR4 includes forum and blog entries about biomechanics, biomedical engineering, bionics, biomimetics and biomechatronics.

Blog	Last Blog Entry	Blog Entries	Comments
Animal Science The Animal Science Blog is the place for conversation and discussion about scientific and technological topics related to pets, livestock, and other animals. See how cutting-edge advances help - or hi ...	Dogs Recognize Family Members 04/23/2012 10:21 AM by SavvyExacta	179	1651
Biomedical Engineering The Biomedical Engineering blog is the place for conversation and discussion about topics related to engineering principles of the medical field. Here, you'll find everything from discussions about em ...	Silver Bullet for Oral Bacteria 05/15/2012 12:00 AM by Chelsey H	88	947
Courtship Chemistry CR4's only blog that helps you understand the science in human relationships. The pieces written by Chelsey H and HUSH, with some friends along the way, will provide a male/female dynamic that will ...	Your “Type” Is More Mind Than Media 05/03/2012 12:00 AM by Chelsey H	7	153
Healthcare Engineering The Healthcare Engineering Blog is the place for conversation and discussion about Infrastructure, Healthcare Devices and Products, Information Management, and Patient Safety and Security. Here, you ...	Is the Cloud Clear Enough for You? 01/06/2012 7:01 AM	36	104
Medical Equipment Design The Medical Equipment Design Blog is the place for conversation and discussion about medical grade materials and products, electrical and electronic equipment, computers, imaging & software, and h ...	Bones of Contention in 2011 01/12/2012 7:08 AM	107	566
Sports, Fitness, and Nutrition The Sports, Fitness, and Nutrition Blog is the place for conversation and discussion about topics related to sports and sports fitness, general fitness, bodybuilding, nutrition, weight loss, and ...	Drafting for Speed 05/09/2012 10:34 AM by HUSH	172	2840

Chemical & Material Science

The Chemical and Material Science section of CR4 contains forum and blog entries related to the development and use of plastics, ceramics, composites, metals and alloys, adhesives, etc.

Blog	Last Blog Entry	Blog Entries	Comments
Chemical Manufacturing The Chemical Manufacturing Blog is the place for conversation and discussion about process equipment and control, biotech & environmental, specialty chemicals and nanoengineering. Here, you'll fin ...	Alternative Energy at Work 01/04/2012 7:12 AM	78	286
Coatings & Surface Engineering The Coatings & Surface Engineering is the place for conversation and discussion about coatings; substrate modifications; cleaning and surface preparation; and friction, lubrication and wear. Here, ...	Got a "Million Dollar" Idea? 01/24/2012 9:58 AM	78	391
Glass, Ceramics, Fibers & Fabrics The Glass, Ceramics, Fibers & Fabrics is the place for conversation and discussion about advanced ceramics, specialty glasses, industrial fibers, and engineered fabrics. Here, you'll find everythi ...	Is a Career Change in Your Future? 01/19/2012 7:24 AM	106	870
Metals & Alloys The Metals & Alloys Blog is the place for conversation and discussion about ferrous and nonferrous metals, metalworking processes, and specialty alloys. Here, you'll find everything from applicati ...	Do We Have to Grin and Bear the Rare Earth Supply Situation? 01/17/2012 9:45 AM	75	376
Oil & Gas Technology The Oil & Gas Technology Blog is the place for conversation and discussion about Drilling, Refining, Exploration, and Distribution. Here, you'll find everything from application ideas, to news an ...	Biofuel Bust? 01/18/2012 7:24 AM	50	589
Plastics & Resins Blog The Plastics & Resins Blog is the place for conversation and discussion about polymers, films, foams, engineered components, green plastics, composites, mold making and anything else related to th ...	Is Morbid Curiosity a Good Thing? 01/04/2012 7:13 AM	116	404
Plastics Fabrication The Plastics Fabrication Blog is the place for conversation and discussion about materials and components, molding machinery and processes, extrusion and machining, and energy and environment in the p ...	Cart Before the Horse? 01/19/2012 7:24 AM	74	269

Civil Engineering

The Civil Engineering section of CR4 contains forum and blog entries about construction and architecture, infrastructure, HVAC, etc.

Blog	Last Blog Entry	Blog Entries	Comments
Building & Design Blog The Building & Design Blog is the place for conversation and discussion about building projects, tools and equipment, materials and hardware, and environment & energy. Here, you'll find everyt ...	Photos Call for Seismic Engineering 01/10/2012 7:23 AM	118	946
Construction Tools & Equipment The Construction Tools & Equipment Blog is the place for conversation and discussion about Trucks, Cranes & Earth Moving Equipment; Construction Tools; Safety, Maintainence & Repair; and ...	Simulation Training Saves Money, Promotes Safety 01/05/2012 11:00 AM	42	244
HVAC Blog The HVAC Blog is the place for conversation and discussion about building HVAC control, energy conservation and efficiency, heating, and cooling. Here, you'll find everything from application ideas, t ...	Are Incentives Worth the Investment? 01/11/2012 7:06 AM	74	630
Plant & Facilities Engineering The Plant & Facilities Engineering Blog is the place for conversation and discussion about mechanical and electrical systems, automation and instrumentation, maintenance and management, and produc ...	Why is the U.S. Exporting Fuel? 01/17/2012 9:46 AM	100	559

Communications & Electronics

The Communications and Electronics section of CR4 contains forum and blog entries focusing on such diverse topics as controls and monitoring, embedded systems and buses, computer hardware, computer networking, telecomm and telephony, etc.

Blog	Last Blog Entry	Blog Entries	Comments
Appliance Technology The Appliance Technology Blog is the place for conversation and discussion about Consumer Electronics; Medical Products; Home & Office Equipment; and Power Tools, Lawn and Garden. Here, you'll f ...	No Cellphones When Driving 01/03/2012 7:09 AM	46	410
Data Acquisition The Data Acquisition Blog is the place for conversation and discussion about signal conditioning components and systems, digital and analog I/O modules, signal and data conversion and data acquisition ...	What Tops Your Innovation List? 12/27/2011 12:35 PM	80	676
Display Technologies The Display Technologies Blog is the place for conversation and discussion about LCD Displays, OLEDs and LEDs, Mobile Electronics and Touchscreens & Imaging. Here, you'll find everything from appl ...	CES of Your Dreams? 01/13/2012 8:26 AM	75	266
Electronic Components The Electronic Components Blog is the place for conversation and discussion about analog/mixed signal, discrete & power devices, processors, interface & logic, passives, and memory. Here, y ...	Are Electronics Manufacturers Planning for Future EMP Events? 01/11/2012 7:06 AM	84	591
Electronic Product Design The Electronic Product Design Blog is the place for conversation and discussion about EDA; DSP, SoC, programmable logic; power sources & conversion; interconnect & packaging; mechatronics; a ...	When Will a Cell Phone Run on Solar Power? 01/18/2012 7:23 AM	71	266
Left2MyOwnDevices The new stories of social computing are shared here. We're exploring mobile devices, embedded computing, wireless sensor networks, and social business from the perspectives of technology, business, ...	The Tablet of Doom, or Riptide 05/03/2012 9:30 AM by dondingee	26	176
Light & Laser Blog The Laser & Light Blog is the place for conversation and discussion about optoelectronics, fiber optics, lasers, light sources, optics, imaging, electro-optics, and anything else related to the ph ...	Will Lasers Really Make Effective Military Weapons? 01/18/2012 7:23 AM	116	999
Networking & Communications The Networking & Communications Blog is the place for conversation and discussion about power & apps, wireless technology, voice & internet, and network security as they relate to networki ...	Do New Communications Technologies Threaten Privacy for Enhance Convenience? 12/30/2011 7:15 AM	65	708
Solutions for Industrial Computing The Solutions for Industrial Computing Blog is the place for conversation and discussion about industrial computers, systems and controllers; communications and connectivity; software and control; and ...	Smart Energy Apps Move to ZigBee 09/22/2011 10:00 AM by embeddedreporter	181	735
TeknologikL "Plug it, play it, burn it, rip it" TeknologikL is a place for conversation and discussion about new technologies emerging in consumer electronics with a focus on high-definition video and audio. ...	Das Keyboard Model S Professional Mechanical Keyboard Review 05/09/2012 12:00 AM by Baxter	106	1004
Wireless Technology Blog The Wireless Technology Blog is the place for conversation and discussion about RF components, microwave systems, wireless networking anything else related to the wireless communication field. It cove ...	Is the Wireless Industry Overstepping on App Ratings? 12/27/2011 12:36 PM	86	2406

Education and Engineering Careers

The Education & Careers Section of CR4 includes forum and blog entries about engineering and technology education including university courses, continuing education and certification programs, primary and secondary schooling, pedagogy and classroom collaboration. It also includes the topics of industry outlooks, personal and professional development, job growth and job searches, and organizational and professional communication.

Blog	Last Blog Entry	Blog Entries	Comments
"On This Day" In Engineering History Tune in to find out about significant engineering events that took place "on this day". The blog image is "Gestural Engineering, MIT Museum, Cambridge, MA", by pianoforte.	May 10, 1928: First Analog TV Programming from WGY in Schenectady, NY 05/10/2012 12:00 AM by SavvyExacta	226	799
Engineering Careers The Engineering Careers blog features news and information about job placement, personal and professional development, and industries and locations which are out-pacing the recession. ^Photo Credit:N ...	Would You Really Want to Work There? 10/17/2010 9:00 AM by KER_Recruiter	46	791
Engineering Communications Engineering Communications is the place for conversation and discussion about communicating effectively at work.	Is Office Email Going the Way of Snail Mail? 12/06/2011 1:52 PM by LakeGrl	16	140
Engineering Management The Engineering Management Blog is the place for conversation and discussion about engineering and project management, technology forecasting and planning, productivity tools, and safety and security. ...	How Loyal is Your Team? 01/18/2012 7:23 AM	91	800
Engineering...Beyond the Classroom The Engineering...Beyond the Classrom Blog is focused on engineering issues that are important to students and faculty in an educational setting. This is the place for conversation and discussion abou ...	Hybrid Powertrain Takes to the Sky 11/14/2011 8:36 AM	104	1311
Great Engineers & Scientists In 1676, Sir Isaac Newton wrote "If I have seen further it is by standing on ye shoulders of Giants." In this blog, we take Newton's words to heart, and recognize the many great engineers and scientis ...	Roger Boisjoly (1938-2012): Tried to Prevent Challenger Disaster 05/14/2012 12:00 AM by SavvyExacta	123	387
The Engineer's Book Club The Engineer's Book Club is a forum to discuss books that cover engineering topics or are of interest to engineers and technical professionals. Featured books will cover topics including engineering, ...	Book Review: The Checklist Manifesto 12/23/2011 9:30 AM by wilmot	21	378
WoW Blog Each week this blog will feature a prominent woman who made significant contributions to engineering or science. If you have any women you'd like us to feature please let us know and we'll do our best ...	Laura Scudder (1881 - 1959): Potato Chip Packaging Pioneer 05/10/2012 12:00 AM by SavvyExacta	139	412

Electrical Engineering

The Electrical Engineering section of CR4 includes forum and blog entries related to sensors and switches, power generation and distribution, test and measurement, alternative and renewable energy sources, etc.

Blog	Last Blog Entry	Blog Entries	Comments
Acoustics & Audio Technology The Acoustics & Audio Technology Blog is the place for conversation and discussion about speakers and amplifiers, acoustic materials, signal measurement and processing and mobile & handheld de ...	Convenience Fee to Pay for Technology via the Same Technology 01/09/2012 11:07 AM	64	477
Electrical Components The Electrical Components Blog is the place for conversation and discussion about power generation, distribution and protection; connectors and relays; sensors, RFID & passive components; and magn ...	What Would Make Your Job Better? 12/29/2011 7:10 AM	117	1633
Lab Equipment Blog The Lab Equipment Blog is the place for conversation and discussion about clinical and research labware, environmental technology, test and metrology, and health and safety. Here, you'll find everythi ...	Single Cell Endoscopy 01/10/2012 7:23 AM	109	589
Power Generation and Distribution Blog The Power Generation and Distribution Blog is the place for conversation and discussion about electrical power generation, designing and installing power systems, high voltage power lines, power distr ...	Is SolarReserve Just Another Solyndra? 01/06/2012 7:01 AM	131	2710
Shock, Vibration and Noise Blog The Shock, Vibration and Noise Blog is the place for conversation and discussion about shock absorbers, dampers and gas springs; noise control and measurement; vibration/acceleration control systems; ...	Is Vibration Energy Harvesting a Good Idea? 12/29/2011 7:14 AM	71	936
Wire and Cable Technology Blog The Wire and Cable Technology Blog is the place for conversation and discussion about power cables; cable assemblies; cable manufacturing & testing; and cable ducts, trays and accessories. Here, y ...	Too Many Choices? 01/16/2012 9:45 AM	68	866

General

The General section of CR4 is essentially a catch-all. It includes forum and blog entries about subjects on the fringe of core engineering; such education and training, management, your job, the sciences, history; as well as anything that is ‘not engineering’ – sports, TV and movies, music, urban legends, etc.

Blog	Last Blog Entry	Blog Entries	Comments
Aerospace Blog The Aerospace Blog is the place for conversation and discussion about aeronautics, astronautics, fixed-wing aircraft, future space travel, satellites, NASA, and much more. Search for "Aerospace Blog" ...	Wi-Fi in the Sky? 01/05/2012 11:00 AM	197	1356
An Engineer in Paradise This blog was started by accident - a chance mention of silk in a Challenge Question set my mind racing and the first, brief episode was born. The reaction to this and the follow-up episode was positi ...	Episode 13: Biking across the Universe 12/08/2010 5:02 PM by English Rose	13	133
Caption This! Caption This! is a place for engineers to test their wit. Each week the CR4 team will post an interesting or amusing engineering picture. We're looking for your best captions in the comments below. ...	Caption This for 05/11/12 05/10/2012 4:45 PM by Kaplin	153	6466
Challenge Questions Stop in and exercise your brain. Talk about this month's Challenge from Specs & Techs or similar puzzles. So do you have a Challenge Question that could stump the community? Then submit t ...	Singing Like Pavarotti 04/30/2012 4:59 PM	291	25290
Defense & Security Technology The Defense & Security Technology Blog is the place for conversation and discussion about Materials; Communications & Surveillance; Electrical/Electronic Components; and Design & Assembl ...	On the Offensive in Cyberwar 01/16/2012 9:38 AM	62	1028
Engineering News Latest news of interest to engineers. Sourced from GlobalSpec's Engineering News	Researchers Seek to Improve Design of Hypersonic Engines 05/16/2012 9:30 AM	10107	33108
How to Select Industrial Products This is the place for engineers to learn about and teach others how to select industrial products. The blog is maintained by the Editorial team at GlobalSpec, the company that powers CR4.	Can You Take the Pressure? 05/14/2012 12:00 AM by Chelsey H	17	31
OH CR4P! "An expert is a man who has made all the mistakes, which can be made, in a very narrow field." -Niels Bohr These words frame the OH CR4P! blog, a place which encourages engineers to discuss, remini ...	Centralia Mine Fire - A Truly Silent Hill 05/09/2012 8:30 AM by cheme_wordsmithy	44	285
Relativity and Cosmology This is a Blog on relativity and cosmology for engineers and the like. You are welcome to comment upon or question anything said on my website (http://www.relativity-4-engineers.com), in the eBook or ...	Did Opera Spokesperson need to Resign? 04/03/2012 11:44 PM by Jorrie	130	3580
Rockaholic Adventures Rockaholic Adventures is the place for conversation and discussion about outdoor excursions. You'll also read reviews written from the perspective of today's technologically-advanced outdoorsman - ...	Go Green or Bust 01/04/2012 1:37 PM by Shawn	37	506
Roger's Equations This blog will include mathematics, philosophy, general science topics, or whatever I feel like writing about. I encourage discussion and debate as long as it is relevant and polite. Be warned...I am ...	The Scientific Method – Part IV (The Golden Age of Islam) 05/10/2011 2:22 PM by Roger Pink	66	911
TechnoTourist’s Engineering Expeditions Want to travel the world, but don't have time to leave the office? TechnoTourist is here to save the day! Tag along while TechnoTourist visits famous engineering feats around the world. TechnoTourist ...	TechnoTourist's Photo Album - Italy, Greece, Turkey 12/23/2011 9:09 AM by SavvyExacta	68	432
The CR4 Admin Blog The CR4 Admin Blog keeps you up-to-date with what's happening on CR4: The Engineer's Place for News and Discussion. Read about site updates, the site moderation team, and more.	CR4 Survey Results and Mug Winner! 05/15/2012 11:23 AM by Mizuti	43	580
The Engineer's Notebook The Engineer's Notebook is a shared blog for entries that don't fit into a specific CR4 blog. Topics may range from grammar to physics and could be research or or an individual's thoughts - like you'd ...	Working on the Railroad: Instruction Car 05/06/2011 8:30 AM by Steve Melito	320	5348
What Is It? What Is It? is a place for engineers to test their knowledge (and sense of humor). Each week the CR4 team will post an unidentified picture. We're looking for your best (or funniest) guesses at what i ...	What Is It? for 5/13/12 05/13/2012 12:00 AM	23	706

Instrumentation

The Instrumentation Section of CR4 includes forum and blog entries about measurement and testing systems, laboratory equipment and scientific instruments, controllers, PLCs and oscilloscopes.

Blog	Last Blog Entry	Blog Entries	Comments
Electronic Test Equipment Blog The Electronic Test Equipment Blog is the place for conversation and discussion about test instruments, board & assembly test, inspection & test, test equipment, and anything else related to t ...	Get the Most Out of Your People 01/20/2012 7:51 AM	85	329
Quality Control The Quality Control Blog is the place for conversation and discussion about product inspection technology, quality control methods & software, quality standards and compliance testing, defect prev ...	How Good is Your Service? 01/10/2012 7:22 AM	99	799
Scientific Instruments The Scientific Instruments Blog is the place for conversation and discussion about Spectroscopy & Chromatography; Microscopy & Imaging; Indsutrial Applications; Metrology & Calibration. He ...	New Year's Resolutions for the Lab? 01/05/2012 10:58 AM	71	379
Sensors & Switches The Sensors & Switches Blog is the place for conversation and discussion about thermal, mechanical & pressure sensors, optical & ultrasonic sensors, electrical and electromagnetic sensors, ...	Could Hackers Take Over Your Car? 01/17/2012 9:46 AM	92	998
Test & Measurement The Test & Measurement Blog is the place for conversation and discussion about materials and product testing, bench testing, inspection, and test equipment & strategies. Here, you'll find ever ...	Pet Peeves 01/11/2012 7:05 AM	94	743

Manufacturing

The Manufacturing Section of CR4 includes forum and blog entries about factory floor work, machine shop production, tools and tooling, industrial assembly, packaging and labeling, automation and robotics, etc.

Blog	Last Blog Entry	Blog Entries	Comments
BRM's Flexible Honing, Surface Finishing, and Deburring Blog BRM's Flexible Honing, Surface Finishing, and Deburring Blog is the place for conversation and discussion about how to solve difficult finishing problems. For over 50 years, Brush Research Manufacturi ...	Surface Finishing for Automotive Parts 05/16/2012 10:36 AM by Brush Research	44	46
Fastening, Joining & Assembly The Fastening, Joining and Assembly Blog is the place for conversation and discussion about fasteners and hardware, design for assembly, adhesives and sealants, and welding and joining technologies. H ...	Your Own Personal Robot 01/19/2012 7:24 AM	61	337
Food & Beverage Technology The Food & Beverage Technology Blog is the place for conversation and discussion about Processing, Packaging/Storage/Preservation, Materials Handling, and Inspection/Quality. Here, you'll find ev ...	What's Really Natural? 01/13/2012 8:39 AM	39	592
Industrial Automation The Industrial Automation Blog is the place for conversation and discussion about Machine Control; Information & Intelligence; Motors & Drives; Instruments, Sensors & Networking. Here, you ...	The Threat of Negligence 01/12/2012 7:08 AM	86	1594
Industrial MRO The Industrial MRO Blog is the place for conversation and discussion about inventory and asset management, products and services, cost & energy savings and maintenance systems & solutions. Her ...	Does Maintenance's Opinion Matter? 12/30/2011 7:14 AM	71	653
Industrial Processing Equipment Blog The Industrial Processing Equipment Blog is the place for conversation and discussion about fluid and gas handling equipment; thermal processing; solids handling; and filtration, separation and recycl ...	Is Hydro Fracking Causing Earthquakes? 01/24/2012 9:57 AM	87	543
Machine Tools & Metal Working Blog The Machine Tools & Metal Working Blog is the place for conversation and discussion about metal cutting, tools & fixturing, metal forming, grinding, industrial machine control and anything els ...	Does Presetting Pay Off? 01/11/2012 7:06 AM	119	521
Material Handling & Supply Chain Technology Material Handling & Supply Chain Technology is the place for conversation and discussion about conveyors, overhead handling; purchasing & logistics; warehousing & distribution; lift trucks ...	Consumer Electronics on the Shop Floor 01/11/2012 7:06 AM	151	549
Packaging & Labeling The Packaging & Labeling Blog is the place for conversation and discussion about Automation & Control; Rigid & Flexible Containers; Labeling & Coding; Packing Machinery as used in the ...	How Good is Green? 12/27/2011 12:35 PM	88	840
Robotic Systems Blog The Robotic Systems Blog is the place for conversation and discussion about industrial robots, programming and controls, sensors & tooling, and robotic safety. Here, you'll find everything from ap ...	Salaries of Automation Professionals 01/20/2012 7:51 AM	116	609
Speaking of Precision Speaking of Precision is a knowledge preservation and thought leadership blog covering the precision machining industry, its materials and services. With over 36 years of hands on experience in ste ...	Nylon 12, Tsunamis and Lean Supply Chains 04/27/2012 8:30 AM by Milo	151	1144

Mechanical Engineering

The Mechanical Engineering Section of CR4 includes forum and blog entries on motion and control, mechanical components, power transmission, etc. This is the place to talk about the function and design of motors, bearings, gears, heaters, pumps, etc.

Blog	Last Blog Entry	Blog Entries	Comments
Drives Blog The Drives Blog is the place for conversation and discussion about Drive Advances & Applications; AC & DC Motor Drives; Drive Tools & Technology; Drives for Motion Control. Here, you'll fi ...	Resolve to Work Smarter in 2012 01/05/2012 11:00 AM	65	878
GEA's Global HVAC Technology Blog GEA's Global HVAC Technology Blog covers a range of topics including: * HVAC Technologies * The Global HVAC Industry * Lean/Flow Manufacturing Technologies * World Class HVAC Factories * Enviro ...	HVAC-Speak: Now I Understand! 05/09/2012 10:30 AM by larhere	67	237
Hydraulics Blog The Hydraulics Blog is the place for conversation and discussion about pumps and valves, flow control, cylinders, actuators and components, and mobile hydraulics as they relate to hydraulics. Here, yo ...	Got Apps? 01/12/2012 7:07 AM	59	449
Mechanical Components Blog The Mechanical Components Blog is the place for conversation and discussion about parts, tools, and hardware such as bearings and bushings, tools and testing, materials and industrial hardware. Here, ...	The Dream Engineering Job 01/05/2012 11:00 AM	118	899
Mechanical Power Transmission The Mechanical Power Transmission Blog is the place for conversation and discussion about Gears & Gearbox Assemblies; Belts, Pulleys, Chains & Sprockets; Brakes, Clutches & Couplings; Desi ...	Hybrid (Flying) Car? 12/28/2011 12:38 PM	65	634
Motion Control Components The Motion Control Components Blog is the place for conversation and discussion about positioning and sensing, motion system hardware, motion controllers and drives and actuators. Here, you'll find ev ...	The People's New Power 01/12/2012 7:07 AM	98	927
Motors Blog The Motors Blog is the place for conversation and discussion about gears all types of motors including AC motors; DC motors; servo, stepper and linear motors; and motor maintenance and efficiency. Her ...	Does Your Company Play the Blame Game? 01/17/2012 9:46 AM	66	1253
Pneumatics Blog The Pneumatics Blog is the place for conversation and discussion about cylinders and actuators; valve manifolds; compressed air and vacuum systems; sensing & measurement; and air supply. Here, you ...	How Important is 'Sustainability'? 12/28/2011 12:38 PM	91	608
Pump Technology Blog The Pump Technology Blog is the place for conversation and discussion about industrial pumps including water and wastewater pumps; controls, operation, maintenance; pump applications. Here, you'll fin ...	Pump Engineer Turned Clever Sleuth 01/18/2012 7:23 AM	74	538
Valve Technology Blog The Valve Technology Blog is the place for conversation and discussion about valve actuators & control; industrial applications; water & wastewater; and power & energy among many others. H ...	Thoughts on the Valve Industry for the New Year? 12/27/2011 12:35 PM	67	517
Workbench Creations Workbench Creations is the place for conversation and discussion about do-it-yourself (DIY) projects. This DIY blog will feature projects completed by its owner as well as projects completed by other ...	Eco Exotic Sports Car - Zoleco Project 02/03/2012 12:00 AM by cheme_wordsmithy	135	1585

New Technologies & Research

The New Technologies and Research Section of CR4 include forum and blog entries focusing on R&D, clinical research and patents, cutting edge technologies such as nanotech and femtotech, etc.

Blog	Last Blog Entry	Blog Entries	Comments
Nano Technology Blog The Nano Technology Blog is the place for conversation and discussion about materials and structured products, devices, manufacturing and commercialization, and R&D. Here, you'll find everything f ...	Should We Update the Calendar? 01/13/2012 8:37 AM	108	560
Semiconductor & MEMS Fabrication The Semiconductor Fabrication Blog is the place for conversation and discussion about manufacturing processing equipment, semiconductor test and measurement, products & services, and semiconductor ...	Do You Need Downtime When You Are Off-duty? 01/04/2012 7:11 AM	110	299

Software & Programming

The Software and Programming Section of CR4 includes forum and blog entries on application software, software development, computer programming and the Internet.

Blog	Last Blog Entry	Blog Entries	Comments
Design & Analysis Software The Design & Analysis Software Blog is the place for conversation and discussion about Computer Aided Design (CAD); Computer Aided Manufacturing (CAM) & prototyping; Computer Aided Engineering ...	Useful Tools for Sustainable Design 01/24/2012 9:58 AM	98	843
OpenSource Solutions for Computer Aided Engineering The OpenSource Solutions for Computer Aided Engineering Blog is the place for conversation and discussion about OpenSource Computer Aided Engineering (CAE) resources available for modern personal co ...	OpenSource Rapid Prototyping (3D Printing) 05/07/2012 9:00 AM by cwarner7_11	10	232

Sustainable Engineering

The Sustainable Engineering section of CR4 contains forum and blog entries about engineering concepts that produce buildings, products and services in ways that reduce the use of non-renewable resources, minimize environmental impact, and lower the barriers between people and their environment.

Blog	Last Blog Entry	Blog Entries	Comments
Alternative & Renewable Energy Blog The Alternative & Renewable Energy Blog is the place for conversation and discussion about solar power; fuel cells and hydrogen cells; biofuels such as ethanol; wind, water and geothermal energy; ...	Demand Another Option for Grid Integration 01/17/2012 9:45 AM	184	2324
E&E Exchange Welcome to the Energy & Environment (E&E) Exchange, a blog dedicated to science and engineering topics that are (generally) related to energy and the environment. This blog is meant to encou ...	SolarCity’s Solar Market Success 05/09/2012 8:00 AM by cheme_wordsmithy	43	499
Environmental Technology The Environmental Technology Blog is the place for conversation and discussion about refuse and recycling, pollution control solutions, hazardous waste and remediation, and environmental sensors. Here ...	Sustainability as a Science 01/03/2012 7:10 AM	95	993
Water & Wastewater Systems Water & Wastewater Systems is the place for conversation and discussion about resource management & supply, treatment, facility management & engineering, and conservation. Here, you'll f ...	The Most Promising Water/Wastewater Technology 12/27/2011 12:36 PM	21	251

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