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Federal Fuel Economy Standards Program Should Be Retooled

Although the federal program that sets fuel economy standards for cars and light-duty trucks has helped reduce U.S. dependence on imported oil and lower emissions of greenhouse gases, changes to the program could further cut the nations petroleum dependence and provide more flexibility to carmakers.




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Dispersants Can Be an Effective Tool for Managing Impacts During a Major Marine Oil Spill, Report Concludes

A new report from the National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine examines the effects and efficacy of using dispersants in marine oil spill response.




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Introducing Nimfilt: A reverse-engineering tool for Nim-compiled binaries

Available as both an IDA plugin and a Python script, Nimfilt helps to reverse engineer binaries compiled with the Nim programming language compiler by demangling package and function names, and applying structs to strings




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Beware of fake AI tools masking very real malware threats

Ever attuned to the latest trends, cybercriminals distribute malicious tools that pose as ChatGPT, Midjourney and other generative AI assistants




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Cyberespionage the Gamaredon way: Analysis of toolset used to spy on Ukraine in 2022 and 2023

ESET Research has conducted a comprehensive technical analysis of Gamaredon’s toolset used to conduct its cyberespionage activities focused in Ukraine




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AI has made testing tools and systems more responsive and agile

Managers in Industry 4.0 will need risk management skills, says Rekha Sethi, director-general of AIMA




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Connecting the world with powerful collaboration tools

Through five short use cases this powerful four-minute video shows BT innovating to use interactive video conferencing in managing operations and communicating externally and internally across Asia, Africa and the Middle East. Ruth Rowan and Kevin Taylor of BT Global Services describe how high definition video and Dolby quality sound is enabling enhanced and effective collaboration for BT teams serving customers across this geographically diverse 99-country region.




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New laser provides ultra-precise tool for scientists probing the secrets of the universe

Researchers have developed a new laser that makes it possible to measure electron transition energies in small atoms and molecules with unprecedented precision. The instrument will help scientists test one of the bedrock theories of modern physics to new limits, and may help resolve an unexplained discrepancy in measurements of the size of the proton.

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  • Physics & Chemistry

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Apple announces software tools for developers to create apps for Vision Pro

Apple has announced that starting today, its global community of developers will be able to create spatial computing apps for Vision Pro.




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Microsoft announces AI-powered shopping tools in Bing, Edge

The new tools help users to harness the power of AI "to make it easier to discover, research, and complete your purchase, all in one place with information you need from expert sources," the tech giant said in a blogpost on Thursday.




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Microsoft announces AI-powered shopping tools in Bing, Edge

The new tools help users to harness the power of AI "to make it easier to discover, research, and complete your purchase, all in one place with information you need from expert sources," the tech giant said in a blogpost on Thursday.




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New tools assess the future of wind power

Using software tools developed by Near Zero, a research group hosted by the Carnegie Institution for Science's Department of Global Ecology, a team of researchers has completed the largest expert survey yet on any energy technology, in this case wind energy.

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  • Mathematics & Economics

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Generative AI biggest weapon and tool for cybersecurity: Microsoft's Brad Smith

Addressing cybersecurity attack concerns raised by generative AI, Smith said that there will be an increasing number of organisations and governments that will use the technology to develop cybersecurity threats.




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Understanding industry cloud and its role as business innovation tool

Enterprises are leveraging cloud technology to innovate and deliver key business outcomes such as growth, customer loyalty, network effect creation, and profitability. However, the monolith core of their application portfolio often hinders meeting these goals.




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Fortress Technology launches multi-metal detector data reporting tools

Fortress Technology has launched its new suite of connectivity software to streamline data collection procedures.




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Grain diversity helps build a bigger toolbox for bakers

It has never been a better time to be in artisan baking. We are living in a time of heirloom wheat rediscovery and renewed appreciation for ancient grains.




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Signode unveils BXT4 plastic strapping tool

The handheld device can be used to secure cartons and other items in various packaging environments.




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Sodium reduction tools help create healthier snacks, bakery products

Consumers aim to reduce sodium in their snack and bakery products.




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ADM launches insights tool for sugar reduction trends

On average, 83% of consumers are limiting or avoiding sugars in their diets, but the products of particular concern vary widely.




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Siemens announces special offer for machine tools users with SINUMERIK CNC onboard

Siemens recently announced a limited-time offer, effective until May 31, 2017. Under this program, users of any machine tool with SINUMERIK CNC onboard will receive a variety of additional services, plus training and a 10% discount on spare parts orders. 




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Tool Tips: Soldering near drywall

Tool Tips—August 2018




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Tool Tips: Securing a retainer clip

Tool Tips—September 2018




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Tool Tips: Removing a lead poured joint

Tool Tips—October 2018




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Tool Tips: Descaling manifolds

Tool Tips—November 2018




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Tool Tips: Fixing a leak in a tight space

Tool Tips—December 2018




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Tool Tips: Dislodging wood plugs from hole saw

Tool Tips—January 2019




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Tool Tips: Replacing broken shower arms

Tool Tips—February 2019




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Tool Tips: Replacing faucet parts

Tool Tips—March 2019




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Tool Tips: Potty Training Pads

Tool Tips—April 2019




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Tool Tips: Tightening wing nuts

Tool Tips—May 2019




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Tool Tips: PVC trap trick

Tool Tips—June 2019




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Tool Tips: Recycling a broken tool

Tool Tips—July 2019




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Tool Tips: Going fishing

When it comes to a well pump that has fallen off the pitless to the bottom of the well due to a broken adapter, it can cost a homeowner a lot to fix.




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Tool Tips: Drain line flushing

A lot of times a snake cable will just stir up the sludge and I have seen cables in clean-outs or manholes downstream where the pipe is still clogged.




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Tool Tips: Organization and cleanliness

On our trucks, we keep all our soldering material, such as solder, paste, pipe cutters, emery cloth, inspection mirror and other miscellaneous items, in small tackle boxes.




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Tool Tips: Avoiding valve replacement

This tool tip made my co-worker and our customer so happy that he made one and wrote my name on it. 




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Tool Tips: Good ears and a good flashlight

Leaking fixtures can waste a lot of water and money. 




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Tool Tips: Clean and tidy caulk

When installing a toilet, the final touch is caulking around the base which can sometimes be a mess. 




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Tool Tips: Unplug a bath tub drain trap

First, remove the overflow trim. Then, insert a water hose down overflow. 

 




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Tool Tips: Know before you go

We do gas and electric water heaters for lots of residential customers. 




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Tool Tips: Toilet and sink water removal

The customer says there is water at the base of the toilet after flushing, which means you get to replace the wax seal. 




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Tool Tips: Refrigeration Gauge Protection and Connection Stress

Every time I installed an ice maker supply line, I was always concerned that it may leak — pushing and pulling on the fridge. 




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Tool Tips: Stay Sharp

Carry lengths of pipe in a standard cargo van and eliminate roof racks.




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Tool Tips: Tightening shower arms

When installing a shower arm or hand held hose wall elbow, thread a ½" coupling onto the male ends and select the appropriate size pipe nipple to use as a lever.




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Tool Tips: A Common Drainage Issue

I have seen and experienced draining a water heater for replacement, and the drain is clogged and won’t let out any water.




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Tool Tips: Damage prevention

We are a full service plumbing company. There are times when we have to gain access to the roof of million dollar homes. 




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Tool Tips: Setting toilet bowls

I have been reading a lot of tips about setting toilet bowls. 




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Tool Tips: Stocking super glue

We keep super glue on the truck for any time we run into needing an O-ring, but don't have the exact size. 




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Tool Tips: Lip balm fix

Recently, while doing an emergency water heater replacement, I needed some lube for the small O-rings on the mixing valve. 




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NFPA Survey finds an increase in use of digital tools among skilled trades workers, despite collaboration being top challenge in 2024

Eighty-two percent of respondents use digital tools daily to help streamline training and development programs. The majority of respondents within this group recognize the diverse benefits that digital tools offer the skilled trades industry.