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Podium Appoints New CPO and EVP of Engineering – Tire Review
Podium, a customer messaging platform, has appointed John Foreman as chief product officer and Tim Milliron as executive vice president of engineering.
Foreman joins Podium from his most recent post as the chief product officer at Mailchimp, where he started in 2011 as the chief data scientist, working his way up until he was guiding all product strategy and operations. His background includes authoring a book on demystifying data processes along with analytics work for large businesses (Coke, Royal Caribbean, Intercontinental Hotels) and the government (DoD, IRS, DHS).
Tim Milliron joins Podium from his most recent role as vice president of engineering at TripActions, where he led development at three international sites and helped drive product strategy and direction. With a background that includes key positions at some of Silicon Valleys most innovative companies, Milliron was executive vice president of product development at Lytro and continued leading multi-site engineering teams at Google following its 2018 acquisition of Lytro. Before that, he held engineering and product leadership positions at Twilio and worked for over a decade at Pixar as a technical director and director of engineering. He graduated summa cum laude from Princeton University with a bachelors degree in computer science.
These new additions follow the introduction of Gyre Renwick as Podiums new chief revenue officer in June 2020. Renwick joined the company following long stints at Lyft as vice president of Lyft Business, and Google, as head of industry for healthcare.
Podium has also appointed several other executives in recent months, including:
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Express Your Love With Candy And Engineering – Hackaday
Still dont have anything for Valentines Day? We wholeheartedly suggest that you fire up that printer and get ready to fall in love with engineering all over again, because [JBV Creative] has designed a super-sweet piece of machinery that would turn the gears of anyones heart. He calls this the most overly-engineered candy dispenser ever, and we have to agree. Its certainly one of the most beautiful weve ever seen.
Theres no electronics at all in this elegant design, just purely mechanical, hand-cranked fun. Turning the crank does two things at once it moves a little access panel back and forth underneath the chute that governs the number of candies given, and at the same time, moves the conveyor belt along to deliver the goods to the receiving area.
This entire design is absolute genius, especially the decoupling mechanism that shuts off the flow of candy but allows the belt to keep moving. Be sure to watch the build video where [JBV Creative] effortlessly snap-fits the machine together without a single tool, and stay for the follow-up video where he discusses the engineering challenges and shows just how much work went into it.
Of course, theres more than one way to overly-engineer a candy dispenser. Heres one that finds the holy grail of peanut M&Ms the ones that didnt get a peanut.
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Engineering Professor Aims to Promote Diversity and Inclusion Through Professional Society – University of Arkansas Newswire
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A University of Arkansas electrical engineering professor hopes to encourage more diversity and inclusion through her recent election to an administrative committee in the Institute for Electrical and Electronics Engineers, an international society.
For Magda El-Shenawee, the chance to serve on the administration committee, known as AdCom, for the IEEE Antennas and Propagation Society means more than a professional opportunity it's a way to open avenues for female representation in the field of electrical engineering.
The society focuses on several research topics, including antennas, analysis, design, and the interaction of electromagnetic waves with discrete and continuous media, and more. El-Shenawee said women continue to be underrepresented in electrical engineering, including in IEEE.
"It is an honor to serve on the AdCom for the APS Society, which governs all activities in the society," she said. "The number of women in this society is small, which is something I would like to help change."
Three women are currently serving in the AdCom, according to IEEE officials. The APS Society is one of 39 IEEE societies dedicated to serve under the mission of technology for the benefit of humanity.
"My goal is to promote gender, geographical, and technical diversities in the IEEE Antennas and Propagation Society, so it can serve the whole community and include everyone," she said.
Through her role, El-Shenawee will vote on various activities for the society, which include topics like technical items, conferences, education, publications, budget, and more.
"The goal of the AdCom is to serve all national and international members of the APS Society and provide needed resources all over the world," she said.
El-Shenawee was elected to a three-year term.
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The Best Examples of Badge Engineering: Window Shop with Car and Driver – Car and Driver
After senior editor Joey Capparella took last week off, the Window Shop regulars reassemble to take up a challenge from a viewer: Find the best badge-engineered car for under $15,000. The objective turns out to be more difficult than expected, and we spend a fair amount of time arguing over the definition of "badge engineered."
Contributing editor Jonathon Ramsey ventures to the Land Down Under and returns with a Pontiac G8 GT. In a textbook case of bringing a modified gun to a knife fight, he touts the aftermarket bits added to Pontiacs performance sports-sedan swan songlike six-piston calipers and a Corvette badgeand then tries to sell the idea of an email tune for the automatic transmission. If you have never heard of an e-mail tune, consider yourself lucky.
Fresh from his week off, Capparella attempts to convince us that choosing a Mercury Mystique is a great idea because it's actually a badge-engineered car twice over, being a Europe-market Ford that became a U.S.-market Ford that became a Mercury. If that's confusing, watching the video isn't any better.
Deputy testing director K.C. Colwell finds a Lincoln Blackwood, which leads us to ask several questions: When is a Lincoln not a Ford? When is a Suzuki a Nissan? Is that wood? And is it Mr. Vader or Lord Vader?
Contributor John Pearley Huffman puts forth a legitimate example of badge engineering, but his internet skills yield two near-death project cars. Huffman continues his fruitless search during the show until we finally force him to stop. Finally, deputy editor and ringleader Tony Quiroga surprises the Zoom room with yet another Oldsmobile. His pick features deafening power locks, deer whistles that appear to have worked, and power locks that sound like a bolt-action rifle. In the end, we have some laughs, a winner is crowned, and we advance the culture.
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Leidos CEO Roger Krone Elected to National Academy of Engineering – PRNewswire
RESTON, Va., Feb. 12, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --Leidos (NYSE:LDOS), a FORTUNE500 science and technology leader, announced today that chairman and chief executive officer Roger A. Krone was recently elected to the National Academy of Engineering. Membership in the Academy is among the highest professional distinctions in engineering. Krone was elected to the Academy for his technical leadership in industry engineering and advances in aerospace and information technology programs.
"I am honored to represent the thousands of scientists and engineers at Leidos by serving in the Academy," Krone said. "As an engineer at heart, it's humbling to be recognized alongside the greatest names in our field. I thank the Academy members for their trust and recognition."
"Roger's work for our customers and his many accomplishments have left an incredible impact on our industry," said Bob Shapard, Lead Director of the Leidos Board of Directors. "He continually inspires the culture of innovation at Leidos and enables teams to develop novel solutions that make the world safer, healthier and more efficient. On behalf of the board of directors, we congratulate him on this outstanding and most deserved recognition."
The National Academy of Engineering announced the election of Krone on February 9.
Membership in the Academy is granted through nominations by current members only. Member candidates must be outstanding individuals with identifiable accomplishments in one or both of the following categories:
Krone will be formally inducted during the Academy's annual meeting on October 3, 2021.
Before joining Leidos, Krone served as president of Network and Space Systems for The Boeing Company, where he provided calculated direction for approximately 15,000 employees in 35 states and 12 countries. He joined McDonnell Douglas in 1992 serving as director of financial planning, vice president and treasurer after a 14-year career at General Dynamics, where he held positions in program management, engineering and finance.
Krone earned a bachelor's degree in aerospace engineering from the Georgia Institute of Technology, a master's degree in aerospace engineering from the University of Texas at Arlington, and a Master of Business Administration from the Harvard Graduate School of Business. A Six Sigma Green Belt, Krone is both a licensed commercial pilot and a certified public accountant. He is also a Fellow of the American Institute of Aeronautics and Astronautics and a Fellow of the Royal Aeronautical Society in the United Kingdom.
About Leidos
Leidos is a Fortune 500 information technology, engineering, and science solutions and services leader working to solve the world's toughest challenges in the defense, intelligence, homeland security, civil, and health markets. The company's 38,000 employees support vital missions for government and commercial customers. Headquartered in Reston, Virginia, Leidos reported annual revenues of approximately $11.09 billion for the fiscal year ended January 3, 2020. For more information, visit http://www.Leidos.com.
Statements in this announcement, other than historical data and information, constitute forward-looking statements that involve risks and uncertainties. A number of factors could cause our actual results, performance, achievements, or industry results to be very different from the results, performance, or achievements expressed or implied by such forward-looking statements. Some of these factors include, but are not limited to, the risk factors set forth in the company's Annual Report on Form 10-K for the period ended January 3, 2020, and other such filings that Leidos makes with the SEC from time to time. Due to such uncertainties and risks, readers are cautioned not to place undue reliance on such forward-looking statements, which speak only as of the date hereof.
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Kelly, Thompson elected to National Academy of Engineering | UDaily – UDaily
Two University of Delaware alumni and current leaders Terri L. Kelly, vice chair of the UDBoard of Trustees,and Levi T. Thompson, dean of the College of Engineering have been elected to the National Academy of Engineering. Election to NAE is among the highest professional distinctions accorded to an engineer.
Thompson, who is also the Elizabeth Inez Kelley Professor of Chemical Engineering, was selected for advances in catalysis and energy storage, entrepreneurship and academic leadership.
Kelly, the retired president and CEO of W.L. Gore & Associates, was selected for leadership in product development and commercialization by advancing management practices that foster innovation.
This is a tremendous honor for two distinguished members of the UD family, said UD President Dennis Assanis, a member of NAE since 2008. The election of Levi and Terri demonstrates, once again, the power of a UD education to transform lives and put students on the path to success. While their NAE membership recognizes their contributions to engineering, entrepreneurship and innovation, we are so grateful for their ongoing contributions to the University as leaders in our community.
Thompson and Kelly are among 106 new members and 23 international members inducted into NAE this year. There are now 2,355 U.S. members and 298 international members of NAE. Thompson, Kelly and other members of the newly elected class will be formally inducted during the NAE's annual meeting on Oct. 3, 2021.
Thompson and Kelly are among numerous UD alumni in the NAE. Thompson received a bachelors degree in chemical engineering from UD in 1981; Kelly received a bachelors degree in mechanical engineering in 1983. The organizations president, John L. Anderson, is a UD alumnus. He received a bachelors degree in chemical engineering from UD in 1967.
Thompson joins seven other UD faculty members and emeritus faculty as members of the NAE: Terry Papoutsakis, Unidel Eugene du Pont Chair of Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering; Norm Wagner, Unidel Robert L. Pigford Chair in Chemical Engineering (2015); Babatunde Ogunnaike, William L. Friend Chair of Chemical Engineering (2012); UD President Dennis Assanis, who is also professor of mechanical engineering (2008); David L. Mills, professor emeritus of electrical and computer engineering (2008); Dominic Di Toro, Edward C. Davis Professor of Civil and Environmental Engineering (2005); and Stanley Sandler, H.B. du Pont Chair Emeritus of Chemical Engineering (1996).
My journey as an engineer started right here at the University of Delaware, where I learned and honed skills that launched my academic career and whetted my appetite for innovation, said Thompson. After spending 30 years at the University of Michigan, then returning as dean of the UD College of Engineering, I am honored and humbled to join my colleagues here at UD and back at UM as a member of the National Academy of Engineering. I will continue to work to educate and inspire the next generation of engineers at Delaware and beyond so that they can make a difference in this world. I am proud to be recognized by the NAE alongside Terri Kelly, a fellow UD-educated engineer who has improved countless lives through engineering. This is a great year for UD Engineering.
Kelly said of her NAE election, Throughout my education and my career, I have known that UD offers an exemplary education in engineering, as well as many other fields, which is why I continue to be engaged with the University. To be recognized by the NAE is humbling, and I consider it a testament to the strong education I received from UD.
Other UD alumni in the National Academy of Engineering include Rakesh Agrawal, Class of 1977; Kurt B. Akeley, Class of 1980; Arup K. Chakraborty, Class of 1989; Morton Collins, Class of 1958; Arthur J. Coury, Class of 1962; ; Thomas F. Degnan Jr., Class of 1977; Richard E. Emmert, Class of 1952; Arthur L. Goldstein, Class of 1959; Teh C. Ho, Class of 1977; Rakesh K. Jain, Class of 1976; Isaac C. Sanchez, Class of 1969; and David F. Welch, Class of 1981.
Thompson rejoined UD as the dean of the College of Engineering in 2018. He was previously the Richard E. Balzhiser Collegiate Professor of Chemical Engineering at the University of Michigan, Professor of Mechanical Engineering and director of both the Hydrogen Energy Technology Laboratory and the Michigan-Louis Stokes Alliance for Minority Participation. Since returning, he has led the college in a strategic planning process focused on growth for impact and establishing Delaware as the destination for people who want to improve the world through engineering. It is starting to pay dividends with improvements in diversity, increases in research expenditures and the launch of several major research centers.
Thompson, a Fellow of the American Institute of Chemical Engineers, is internationally recognized for his research on nanoscale materials for catalytic and energy storage applications and is an award-winning educator.
He co-founded a start-up called T/J Technologies, a developer of nanostructured materials for lithium ion batteries, and helped to spin off a second start-up, Inmatech Inc., from the University of Michigan to commercialize low cost, high-energy density supercapacitors.
Thompson was on the American Institute of Chemical Engineers (AIChE) Board of Directors from 2014 to 2016 and was a consulting editor for the AIChE Journal. He also served on the National Academys Chemical Sciences Roundtable, National Science Foundation Engineering Directorate External Advisory Committee and Standing Committee on Chemical Demilitarization, Board on Army Science and Technology. He currently serves on the Department of Energys Hydrogen and Fuel Cell Technical Advisory Committee (HTAC), Editorial Committee for Annual Review of Chemical and Biomolecular Engineer, and several college and departmental advisory committees.
After graduating from UD in 1981 with a bachelors degree in chemical engineering, Thompson went to the University of Michigan, where he earned two masters degrees, in chemical engineering and nuclear engineering, and a doctoral degree in chemical engineering.
Kelly is the retired president and CEO of W.L. Gore & Associates, a multi-billion dollar enterprise that employs more than 8,000 associates in 45 plants around the world.
She serves as vice chair of UDs Board of Trustees, which she joined in 2009, and is a trustee of the Unidel Foundation. In 2014, she was honored with the UD Alumni Wall of Fame award. She also serves on the UD College of Engineering External Advisory Council.
Kelly joined Gore as a process engineer in 1983 after graduating from the University of Delaware with a bachelors degree in mechanical engineering. In 1998, Kelly became part of the leadership team for the global Fabrics Division. In this role, she helped establish a fabrics manufacturing plant in Shenzhen, China Gores first fabrics plant in Asia. While in the Fabrics Division, Kelly also served on the Enterprise Operations Committee working closely with the CEO and other leaders to help guide the strategic direction of the company. Kellys leadership abilities have driven her success in a company known for its non-hierarchical lattice structure.
At Gore, associates become leaders based on their ability to gain the respect of their peers and to attract followers. Terri earned the title of president and CEO in 2005 one of the few titles within the enterprise following a peer-driven selection process.
Kelly is a member of the Management Executives Society, the Forum of Executive Women of Delaware and the International Womens Forum. She also is a trustee of the Alfred I. duPont Charitable Trust, whose primary beneficiary is the Nemours Foundation one of the nations leading childrens health care systems and is a member of the boards of United Rentals and ASML.
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Worldwide Tissue Engineering Industry to 2027 – Advancements in Medical Equipment Technologies are Driving Growth – ResearchAndMarkets.com – Yahoo…
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Were well into the first quarter of 2021 now, and its a good time to take stock of whats behind us, and how it will impact what lies ahead. Goldman Sachs strategist Jan Hatzius believes that we are on an upward trajectory, with better times ahead. Hatzius sees the developed economies expanding as the corona crisis recedes. For the US, particularly, he is impressed by the very substantial fiscal support implies in the latest COVID relief package. Even with that, however, Hatzius believes that Q4 was a weaker period, and we are still not quite out of it. Hes putting Q1 growth at 5%, and says that were going to see further expansion concentrated in the spring, and an acceleration to 10% growth rate in Q2. And by accelerations, Hatzius means that investors should expect Q2 GDP in the neighborhood of 6.6%. Hatzius credits that forecast to the ongoing vaccination programs, and the continued development of COVID vaccines. The Moderna and Pfizer vaccines are already in production and circulation. Hatzius says, in relation to these programs, That fact that we are developing more options and that governments around the world are going to have more options to choose between different vaccines [means] production is likely to ramp up in pretty sharply in incoming months Its definitely a major reason for our optimistic growth forecast. In addition to Hatzius' look at the macro situation, analysts from Goldman Sachs have also been diving into specific stocks. Using TipRanks' database, we identified two stocks that the firm predicts will show solid growth in 2021. The rest of the Street also backs both tickers, with each sporting a Strong Buy consensus rating. Stellantis (STLA) Weve talked before about the Detroit automakers, and rightly so -- they are major players on the US economic scene. But the US hasnt got a monopoly on the automotive sector, as proven by Netherlands-based Stellantis. This international conglomerate is the result of a merger between Frances Groupe PSA and the Italian-American Fiat-Chrysler. The deal was a 50-50 all stock agreement, and Stellantis boasts a market cap exceeding $50 billion, and a portfolio of near-legendary nameplates, including Alpha Romeo, Dodge Ram, Jeep, and Maserati. The deal that formed Stellantis, now the worlds fourth largest automotive manufacturer, took 16 months to accomplish, after it was first announced in October 2019. Now that it is reality the merger was completed in January of this year the combined entity promises cost savings of nearly 5 billion euros in the operations of both Fiat-Chrysler and PSA. These savings look to be realized through greater efficiency, and not through plant closures and cutbacks. Stellantis is new in the markets, and the STLA ticker has supplanted Fiat-Chryslers FCAU on New York Stock Exchange, giving the new company a storied history. The companys share value has nearly tripled since its low point, reached last March during the corona recession, and has stayed strong since the merger was completed. Goldman Sachs analyst George Galliers is upbeat on Stellantis future, writing, We see four drivers which, in our view, will enable Stellantis to deliver. 1) PSA and FCAs product portfolios in Europe cover similar segment sizes at similar price points 2) Incremental economies of scale can potentially have a material impact on both companies... 3) Both companies are at a relatively nascent stage [in] electric vehicle programs. The merger will prevent duplication and deliver synergies. 4) Finally, we see some opportunities around central staffing where existing functions can likely be consolidated... In line with this outlook, Galliers rates STLA a Buy and his $22 price target indicates room for 37% growth in the year ahead. (To watch Galliers track record, click here) Overall, this merger has generated plenty of buzz, and on Wall Street there is broad agreement that the combined company will generate returns. STLA has a Strong Buy consensus rating, based on a unanimous 7 buy-side reviews. The stock is priced at $16.04, and the average target of $21.59 is congruent with Galliers, suggesting a 34.5% one-year upside potential. (See STLA stock analysis on TipRanks) NRG Energy (NRG) From automotive, we move to the energy sector. NRG is a $10 billion utility provider, with dual head offices in Texas and New Jersey. The company provides electricity to more than 3 million customers in 10 states plus DC, and boasts a over 23,000 MW was generating capacity, making it one of North Americas largest power utilities. NRGs production includes coal, oil, and nuclear power plants, plus wind and solar farms. In its most recent quarterly report, for 3Q20, NRG showed $2.8 billion in total revenues, along with $1.02 EPS. While down year-over-year, this was still more than enough to maintain the companys strong and reliable dividend payment f 32.5 cents per common share. This annualizes to $1.30 per common share, and gives a yield of 3.1%. Analyst Michael Lapides, in his coverage of this stock for Goldman Sachs, rates NRG a Buy. His $57 price target suggest an upside of 36% from current levels. (To watch Lapides track record, click here) Noting the recent acquisition of Direct Energy, Lapides says he expects the company to deleverage itself in the near-term. After NRGs acquisition of Direct Energy, one of the larger electricity and natural gas competitive retailers in the US, we view NRGs business as somewhat transformed. The integrated business model owning wholesale merchant power generation that supplies electricity that gets used to serve customers supplied by NRGs competitive retail arm reduces exposure to merchant power markets and commodity prices, while increasing FCF potential," Lapides wrote The analyst summed up, "We view 2021, from a capital allocation perspective, as a deleveraging year, but with NRG creating almost $2bn/year in FCF, we see a pick up in share buybacks as well as 8% dividend growth ahead in 2022-23." Were looking at another stock here with a Strong Buy analyst consensus rating. This one based on a 3 to 1 split between Buy and Hold reviews. NRG is trading for $41.84 and its $52.75 average price target suggests a 26% upside from that level on the one-year time frame. (See NRG stock analysis on TipRanks) To find good ideas for stocks trading at attractive valuations, visit TipRanks Best Stocks to Buy, a newly launched tool that unites all of TipRanks equity insights. 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When Should You Buy GS Engineering & Construction Corporation (KRX:006360)? – Simply Wall St
GS Engineering & Construction Corporation (KRX:006360), might not be a large cap stock, but it received a lot of attention from a substantial price increase on the KOSE over the last few months. As a mid-cap stock with high coverage by analysts, you could assume any recent changes in the companys outlook is already priced into the stock. However, could the stock still be trading at a relatively cheap price? Lets examine GS Engineering & Constructions valuation and outlook in more detail to determine if theres still a bargain opportunity.
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The share price seems sensible at the moment according to my price multiple model, where I compare the company's price-to-earnings ratio to the industry average. Ive used the price-to-earnings ratio in this instance because theres not enough visibility to forecast its cash flows. The stocks ratio of 10.58x is currently trading slightly below its industry peers ratio of 11.13x, which means if you buy GS Engineering & Construction today, youd be paying a reasonable price for it. And if you believe that GS Engineering & Construction should be trading at this level in the long run, then theres not much of an upside to gain over and above other industry peers. So, is there another chance to buy low in the future? Given that GS Engineering & Constructions share is fairly volatile (i.e. its price movements are magnified relative to the rest of the market) this could mean the price can sink lower, giving us an opportunity to buy later on. This is based on its high beta, which is a good indicator for share price volatility.
Future outlook is an important aspect when youre looking at buying a stock, especially if you are an investor looking for growth in your portfolio. Although value investors would argue that its the intrinsic value relative to the price that matter the most, a more compelling investment thesis would be high growth potential at a cheap price. GS Engineering & Construction's earnings over the next few years are expected to double, indicating a very optimistic future ahead. This should lead to stronger cash flows, feeding into a higher share value.
Are you a shareholder? A006360s optimistic future growth appears to have been factored into the current share price, with shares trading around industry price multiples. However, there are also other important factors which we havent considered today, such as the financial strength of the company. Have these factors changed since the last time you looked at A006360? Will you have enough conviction to buy should the price fluctuate below the industry PE ratio?
Are you a potential investor? If youve been keeping tabs on A006360, now may not be the most advantageous time to buy, given it is trading around industry price multiples. However, the positive outlook is encouraging for A006360, which means its worth further examining other factors such as the strength of its balance sheet, in order to take advantage of the next price drop.
With this in mind, we wouldn't consider investing in a stock unless we had a thorough understanding of the risks. For example, we've discovered 4 warning signs that you should run your eye over to get a better picture of GS Engineering & Construction.
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Installation of final beam, time capsule highlight UMaine Ferland Engineering Education and Design Center ceremony – UMaine News – University of Maine…
The University of Maine will celebrate the placement of the last beam atop the structural steel frame of the new Ferland Engineering Education and Design Center during a virtual Topping Off Ceremony.
The livestreamed ceremony, a tradition in building construction, is tentatively scheduled for 1 p.m. Friday, Feb. 12, pending weather conditions and the construction schedule. Confirmation of the event date will be available on the University of Maine Foundation website.
Earlier this month, Consigli Construction made the painted beam available on campus for members of the UMaine community to sign in person, following all health and safety protocols. In addition, a virtual beam signing is online.
A time capsule welded to the beam will include messages, as well as a Crosby Clip. Patented by Dexter, Maine native and UMaine mechanical engineering alumnus Oliver Crosby, Class of 1876, the Crosby Clip is still in use today as an essential tool in steel construction. The Crosby Clip will be used to hoist the beam into place during the Topping Off Ceremony. Oliver Crosbys company, American Hoist & Derrick, made the worlds first crawler mounted crane, like the one being used to lift the beam.
Construction of UMaines 108,000-square-foot engineering facility began in May 2020, with workers following appropriate COVID-19 health and safety guidelines.
This is a fantastic milestone for the UMaine community and the state, says UMaine President Joan Ferrini-Mundy. When the Ferland Center is dedicated in August 2022, it will provide amazing opportunities for collaborative, cross-discipline learning, and the creation of practical innovations by our students and faculty, such as those patented by alumnus Oliver Crosby. This Engineering Education and Design Center will be key to helping meet Maines workforce and economic needs. And we will have a beautiful facility to help attract diverse and innovative students from Maine and beyond.
The Ferland Engineering Education and Design Center will house the Department of Mechanical Engineering, Biomedical Engineering Program, and teaching laboratories for the Mechanical Engineering Technology Program. It also will provide collaborative learning classrooms that will serve the entire campus, and work space for UMaine engineering majors to complete their senior capstone projects.
A record $78 million in public and private support has been raised for the Ferland Center, which will have tremendous impact on the sons and daughters of Maine, says Jeffery Mills, President of the University of Maine Foundation.
The buildings $10 million naming gift, one of the largest gifts in UMaine history, came from Skowhegan natives E. James Jim Ferland 64 and Eileen P. Ferland, and was announced in 2018.
This facility is key to advancing the Maine College of Engineering, Computing and Information Science, the University of Maine System and our state, says Chancellor Dannel Malloy. Continuing to increase enrollment in engineering and computing to produce the talent needed by industry is critical to Maines economy. The project itself is a jobs-creator and includes UMaine engineering alumni returning to their alma mater to contribute to its design and construction. This facility ushers in a transformation for higher education in Maine.
WBRC Architects Engineers, based in Bangor, and Ellenzweig of Boston designed the Ferland Engineering Education and Design Center; Consigli Construction of Milford, Massachusetts and Portland, Maine is leading its construction.
Ferland EEDC will become the heart of engineering education at the University of Maine, says Dana Humphrey, dean of the College of Engineering. It will help to retain talented Maine students, as well as attract even more from out of state. This talent pool will provide the engineering graduates and new innovations critical to moving Maines economy forward.
Contact: Margaret Nagle, nagle@maine.edu
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Clear Creek ISD 61st Annual Science and Engineering Fair Results are Announced – TAPinto.net
WEBSTER The Clear Creek Independent School District released a news update related to the District and Science Fair.
Several months of hard work on independent research projects paid off for students who advanced to the District Science & Engineering Fair. The future scientists and engineers quickly adjusted to this years virtual fair environment and in the end, there were 224 secondary students and 113 elementary students whose projects placed in the 61stAnnual CCISD Science & Engineering Fair Awards Program held virtually on January 28, 2021.
Sponsored by long-time Science & Engineering Fair supporter, SAIC, the 2021 fair was the first in CCISD history where an intermediate school student won a Grand Award. Brookside Intermediates Ella Schreiter won the Jesse A. Dorrington 2021 Grand Award for her project on a wearable metronome. Last year, Schreiter placed first in the Junior Division of the Science & Engineering Fair of Houston (SEFH) and was the 3M Young Scientist Lab State Merit Winner for Texas.
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In the January 28 video awards program, Superintendent of Schools Dr. Eric Williams directly addressed the student competitors in his opening remarks. Your passion for science and engineering shined even in an all-virtual environment this year, he said. I wish we could call you to the stage this evening and hand you your well-deserved ribbons, medals and trophies with your family and teachers in the audience. But while this format may be different this year, our pride and heartfelt congratulations are just as sincere.
Even the judging occurred remotely for the 2021 event. Clear Creek ISD is grateful for the more than 150 volunteer judges who generously shared their time and expertise. After they received the student projects via email, judges had several days to pre-evaluate the students work. Judges then gathered together in a virtual meeting platform for final judging and placements.
The District announced that 152 students in grades 7-12 qualified to advance to the Science & Engineering Fair of Houston. Winners will be announced the week of February 15, 2021.
The 2021 CCISD Science & Engineering Fair Grand Award Winners are:
Jesse A. Dorrington 2021 Grand Award Life ScienceBrandon Moree, Clear Lake High SchoolExploring Alternative Method for Pipeline Leak Detection
Jesse A. Dorrington 2021 Grand Award Runner-Up Life ScienceMelina Kumar, Brookside Intermediate SchoolReducing the Risk of Diabetes: A Novel Approach for the Development of a Sensitive Glucagon ELISA
Jesse A. Dorrington 2021 Grand Award EngineeringElla Schreiter, Brookside Intermediate SchoolA Wearable, Silent, Dynamic Device Controlled by a Conductors Movements
Jesse A. Dorrington 2021 Grand Award Runner-Up EngineeringEmmy Li, Clear Lake High SchoolHighly Porous Materials for C02 Capture Absorption and Desorption
2021 iYar Fine Arts Award:Sound Music through Science Universal Peace through Music
Senior Division: Sulochana Pattabhiraman AwardDavid Corvaglia, Clear Springs High SchoolWhat are the best materials for the sound dampening of various frequencies found on the violin?
Junior Division: Pattu Rajagopalan AwardElla Schreiter, Brookside Intermediate SchoolA Wearable, Silent, Dynamic Device Controlled by a Conductors Movements
Clear Creek ISD also recognizes and congratulates students who committed to completing a science fair project every year of their K-12 education journey:
13-Year Science Fair Participants:
Rachel Passantina, Clear Creek High SchoolJoelliance Langevine, Clear Lake High SchoolAnna Pinchen, Clear Brook High SchoolMuhammad Zain, Clear Brook High SchoolMelvin Briscoe IV, Clear Creek High School
Click hereFor a complete list of student winners at theelementary levelandherefor allsecondary winnersof the 2021 CCISD Science & Engineering Fair.
As the opportunity to walk across the stage was missed this year, students were encouraged to instead take a photo with their earned award.Click herefor photos of student winners.
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