A team of researchers from Drexel University has developed an innovative approach to rigorously test and improve the robustness of autonomous driving systems. Their study, presented this summer at ...

In my May 2020 CW column, I introduced a new test method for measuring the fracture toughness within the facesheet-to-core interface region of sandwich composites. This proposed test method, referred ...

Agile methods software development (also called Agile Modelling, denoted AG for short) reduce software lifecycle time (thus speeding up development) by firstly creating a prototype version, then ...

The "poker chip" method, created by TxDOT and the University of Austin, has been adopted by AASHTO as a new national binder testing standard.

President, Wyoming Test Fixtures Inc. However, Subcommittee D30.10 meetings are typically held in conjunction with meetings of the American Concrete Institute (ACI) Committee 440 on Fiber Reinforced ...

The use of simulation for product development a virtual test environment is becoming increasingly common. Punch Powertrain applies a range of simulation tools which can augment traditional physical ...

This appendix presents a brief overview of the defense acquisition process. 1 The diagram below from the U.S. Department of Defense (2008:12 enclosure 2) depicts the development of defense systems as ...

In the past year, we have seen a growing interest and commitment to the environment at both the business and consumer levels. More businesses are focused on providing environmentally friendly products ...