Engineering News

University of Warwick in the UK and the York University in Canada scientists have developed a molecular communications system for sending messages and data in difficult environments like tunnels, pipelines, underwater and inside the body. They were to develop the capability to turn a generic message into binary signals.

Two bills allowing the testing of autonomous cars on Michigan state roads are awaiting the Governor’s signature before they’re passed into law. They were both passed almost unanimously approved by both chambers in the Michigan state legislature.

The General Motors Foundations provided Penn State University with a $130,000 check to support several student-centered efforts at the Engineering and Business colleges. The College of Engineering will receive $92,000, while the Smeal College of Business receives $38,000.

A group of researchers at the University of Waterloo are developing technology to turn vibrations into energy as a way to reduce the number of open heart surgeries for people with pacemakers.

The IEC announced the release of a technical specification that covers critical aspects of external chargers for notebook computers, connector and plug, and safety, interoperability, performance and environmental concerns.

The Federal Communications Commission has proposed fines of $3.56 million against Consumer Telcom, Inc. (CTI), for engaging in deceptive slamming, cramming and billing practices.