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MIT engineers build load-bearing structures using tree forks instead of steel joints

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Discarded tree forks could replace load-bearing joints in architecture projects using a construction technique developed by researchers at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology. The post MIT engineers build load-bearing structures using tree forks instead of steel joints appeared first on Dezeen.

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Solar cars will be "normal within 20 years" says Lightyear's head engineer

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According to Cornagliotti, who is Lightyear's lead solar engineer, solar-assisted cars like this will be "normal within 20 years" once mass production is scaled up and prices are brought down. The hope is that this fledging technology will help to close the efficiency gap between cars running on fuel and those running on electricity.

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World's largest cruise ship sets sail amid sustainability concerns

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The use of LNG, also known as methane, cuts down on dangerous pollutants like sulfur and nitrogen oxides, and is estimated to produce about 30 per cent less carbon dioxide emissions than the heavy fuel oils currently used in cruise ships.

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Elon Musk proposes Tesla tunnel in Miami to "solve traffic and be an example to the world"

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If approved, the tunnel system will have seven stations and could transport around 7,500 passengers an hour. Musk argues that Loop systems like this could offer a more efficient alternative to traditional public transport, which he described as " a pain in the ass ". Elon Musk (above) is planning a tunnel in Miami. billion and $8.5

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Daniel Statham Studio creates fully automated Future Car Park

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The car park is located in central Hangzhou "Future Car Park invents a new way people commute to urban hubs, while creating an urban oasis that is a synthesis of the latest automated parking technologies, public space, event spaces and hanging gardens for the public," the studio said.

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Ubiquitous Energy aims to make transparent solar windows a global standard

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Ubiquitous Energy describes its technology as being the only transparent photovoltaic glass coating that is "visibly indistinguishable" from traditional windows. Any surface could become a solar panel. Why not improve them so that they can actually generate renewable energy themselves without changing their appearance?". "Why

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Henning Larsen creates gridded facade for Minneapolis Public Service Building

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Structural engineer and security consultant: Buro Happold. Mechanical and electrical engineers: Buro Happold. Plumbing and fire protection engineers: Obernel Engineering. Civil engineers: EVS. AV/IT consultant: Technology Management Corporation. Vertical transportation consultant: Lerch Bates.