Flight passage unclear for Air India Aug 3, 2009
It has 5,000 people in the engineering department to maintain the aircraft and nearly 10,000 in the ground-handling services. Therefore, one simple way to improve the financial position of the sick airline would be to cut down the excessive flab. (The Star Online, Malaysia)
City considers options for traffic light repairs Jul 31, 2009
She said the safety factor is a concern, noting that she has been in contact with Mayor Richard Howard, as well as the engineering department and traffic commission. They have been doing an analysis as to what it would take to repair (the light), she said. (Malden Observer, MA)
Plano council to hear budget presentation Wednesday Jul 30, 2009
4 million from the engineering department, 960,000 from the parks and recreation department, 319,000 from the planning department and 363,000 from the finance department. The city has not released any more information regarding the 09- 10 fiscal year budget deficit since the council s budget work session in March. (McKinney Courier-Gazette, TX)
Actions taken over the next decade to demonstrate and deploy key technologies will determine US energy future Jul 29, 2009
C. MICHAEL WALTON 2 Ernest H. Cockrell Centennial Chair in Engineering Department of Civil, Architectural, and Environmental Engineering University of Texas Austin. RESEARCH COUNCIL STAFF. (EurekAlert!)
School of Mines raises a record $30.7M Jul 28, 2009
5 million was raised toward Mines $25 million goal for Marquez Hall, a teaching and research facility that will house Mines petroleum engineering department. The school said it is now within about $400,000 of its goal for Marquez. (Denver Business Journal, CO)
Scientists closer to making implantable bone material, thanks to new research Jul 27, 2009
3 Cambridge University Engineering Department, Cambridge CB2 1PZ, UK.. The following funding acknowledgements from the authors appear at the end of the paper. (EurekAlert!)
University of Dayton lands $750K to boost minority engineering students Jul 25, 2009
said Kevin Hallinan, chair of the University of Dayton s mechanical and aerospace engineering department and the renewable and clean energy masters program. Cincinnati-based Messer Construction and the Virginia Kettering Foundation have donated $20,000 and $15,000, respectively, to support first-year students in the Minority STEM Summer Bridge Program, a program designed to help minority students get a feel for the college experience before their first class. (Dayton Business Journal, OH)
Cities look at parking solutions Jul 24, 2009
"We have some striping under way. The engineering department has applied for a safety grant for our crosswalks.". She said they are eyeing using more south-side parking on or near Main Street. (Bismarck Tribune, ND)
Inspectors Enter Homes While Indicted Jul 24, 2009
HOUSTON -- The Houston Public Works & Engineering department has begun researching a policy change after Local 2 Investigates found a city building inspector remaining on the job while facing a felony child rape charge. With hidden cameras, Local 2 Investigates followed the employee who remained on duty for weeks after being arrested on charges of sexually assaulting a 4-year-old female relative. (Click2Houston, TX)
Waterloo asks public's help in clearing storm sewer intakes Jul 21, 2009
If you notice that an inlet is full of debris or not working correctly or have any questions or comments, please contact Waste Management at (319) 291-4553 or the Engineering Department at (319) 291-4312. More Stories from News. (Waterloo Courier, IO)
Students embed stem cells in sutures to enhance healing Jul 21, 2009
The undergraduates performed this work during the yearlong Design Team course, required by the school's Biomedical Engineering Department. The undergraduate team located a machine that could weave surgical thread in a way that would ensure the most effective delivery and long-term survival of the stem cells. (EurekAlert!)
PWD: Learning to detect slope failures can save lives Jul 20, 2009
Its slope engineering department consultant Erika Motoyama said slope safety awareness would enable people to identify warning signs prior to a disaster. The campaign, entitled Safe Slopes Save Lives, includes an exhibition featuring graphics and posters on preventive measures for landslides. (The Star Online, Malaysia)
* FEATURE: Neihu line becomes source of headaches Jul 20, 2009
Tsai Tien-ho (M), director of the electrical and mechanical engineering department at Taipei Rapid Transit Corp (TRTC), said that no other country had ever attempted to integrate two systems on a subway line. The US has adopted a different system for a subway extension line, but the original line was rebuilt to be compliable with the new system, he said. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World Business)
Slideshow: Unique look at 'micro' electronics Jul 19, 2009
In the end, my preference to math over physics, and the general upturn in the electronics industry nudged me towards the Electrical and Computer Engineering department. I've had no major regrets since then--electronics is a fascinating field--but one thing I probably miss is really seeing the product of my work. (EETimes)
Thank yous for Saturday, July 18, 2009 Jul 18, 2009
My thanks to Mayor Matt Harter, council member Mike Larsen and the Engineering Department for their help. City workers are terrific. (La Crosse Tribune, WI)
City water source - Phase Two: A treatment plant Jul 18, 2009
All bids were referred to the city s engineering department for review and recommendation. Devils Lake City Engineer Mike Grafsgaard thought perhaps they would be ready to let the bids by the next City Commission meeting scheduled for Monday, July 20. (Devils Lake Daily Journal, ND)
PLWC: electric rates will increase Jul 17, 2009
The board of directors also heard from engineering department manager David Moss that the Center Hill Sewer Project, although behind schedule, should be completed by main contractor S&J Construction Co. of Jacksonville within two or three weeks. Moss said PLWC has 4. (Paragould Daily Press, AR)
Blind Can Take Wheel With Newly Designed Vehicle Jul 17, 2009
Virginia Tech was the only university in the nation to accept the nonprofit's call two years later, said Dennis Hong, director of the Robotics and Mechanisms Laboratory, part of the Virginia Tech mechanical engineering department ... In the passenger seat is Greg Jannaman, who led the student team within the mechanical engineering department during the past year, and is monitoring the software of the vehicle. (Science Daily)
Western announces executive management appointments Jul 17, 2009
His expertise includes operations, engineering and maintenance, and includes managing a BHP Billiton coal mine and managing the engineering department for Fording Coal. Most recently Mr. Dirk was the Managing Partner at MineTeck Associates, a mine consultant firm he founded, the General Manager of Western Canada for P H MinePro, and a member of P H MinePro Canada's board of directors. (PR Newswire)
Ship Captain and Chief Officer Plead Guilty to Crimes Related to Pollution From Cargo Ship Traveling to New Orleans Jul 16, 2009
The Coast Guard's investigation revealed that Lekkas, as the ship's master, was in charge of the vessel's operation and was responsible for both the deck department and the engineering department. Chief Officer Posas had direct authority over the deck department, which oversees ship navigation, cargo loading and ballasting. (PR Newswire)
Designers answer call to fight rising seas Jul 16, 2009
"It's an infrastructure made of water," said Liz Ranieri, whose firm worked on the concept with Mark Stacy, a professor in UC Berkeley's engineering department. The winning entries can be viewed online at. (San Francisco Chronicle)
Application for indoor recreation facility withdrawn Jul 16, 2009
The Watertown Engineering Department, which is overseeing the project, intends to investigate an alternative location on the far side of Veterans Memorial Park, near Park Road. Currently, investigations are being made at the new location by wetlands scientist to determine and confirm the existing wetlands. (Town Times, CT)
TOMORROW'S NEWS Hanalei Bay Resort management company speaks out (533) Jul 15, 2009
wildbill wrote on Jul 13, 2009 5:49 PM:" After having worked in the engineering department at Hanalei Bay Resort for 3 years under both quintus and celebrity management I can see why the owners want celebrity out.Hbr is a 30 plus year old property that is beginning to show its age both in the structures and facilities systems (water,electrical,sewage and mechanical).During the latter part of 2006 and through 2007 the chief engineer Shannon Watt and myself continually walked the property... (Lihue Garden Island, HA)
Brookline man charts problematic handicapped parking spaces on Beacon Street Jul 15, 2009
The engineering department was making decisions about what was logical and not consulting people who would actually use them, she said. They re being very proactive now and we are thrilled. (Brookline TAB, MA)
Experts say break ‘was a surprise’ Jul 14, 2009
It was a surprise, said Loren Runar Anderson, a former head of USU s civil and environmental engineering department who is now retired. Roughly a year ago, Anderson collaborated with colleague Robert Pack on the hillside research, which was prompted by a 2005 landslide. (Logan Herald Journal, UT)
CCWD employees take advantage of golden handshake Jul 14, 2009
Allshouse s resolution stated that she served the district diligently since Oct. 5, 1981, and found her true calling in the esteemed Engineering Department. I have worked with Vicki for eight years and not once did she ignore me, Director Bertha Underhill said, laughing. (San Andreas Calaveras Enterprise, CA)
On the road: Area road work Jul 13, 2009
Sources: Athens-Clarke Transportation and Public Works; University of Georgia; Jackson County Engineering Department. Originally published in the Athens Banner-Herald on Monday, July 13, 2009. (Athens Banner-Herald)
Streetwise Costa resigns after 10 years Jul 11, 2009
" He'll alternate between taking paid time off to be with his 19-year-old son and working. Mr. Costa was publicly stripped of control of snow removal in February 2008, after complaints prompted Mr. Ravenstahl to give that duty to Deputy Director of Operations Rob Kaczorowski. He has also been at the helm when the department has been accused of letting politics affect the paving or plowing of streets, contracting with the politically connected, or struggling with worker discipline. Mr. Costa has,... (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA)
Lexington Public Works building almost ready for prime time Jul 10, 2009
This week, the staff of Lexington s Department of Public Works and its Engineering Department began moving in to the new $27. 5 million facility on Bedford Street. (Lexington Minuteman, MA)
Removal of Antietam Creek dam sought Jul 10, 2009
Tissue said the City Engineering Department has ordered signs that will say, No Swimming or Wading Dangerous Currents. The signs will be placed on each end of the dam within the next few weeks, Tissue said. (The Herald-Mail Online)
Challenging job Jul 9, 2009
With the help of the planning and engineering department, we have come up with a revised standard for up-to-date disabled-friendly toilets for all buildings as well as new guidelines for homes for the elderly to ensure that the needs of all are taken into consideration. Perhaps the most exciting of all the disabled-friendly facilities in Petaling Jaya is the universal design pavement that can be used by everyone, including the elderly, the blind, the physically disabled, and even mothers with... (The Star Online, Malaysia)
Review board tells architects they have more work to do Jul 9, 2009
Michael Moore, the city's interim director of the Transportation & Engineering Department, said the board scheduled another working session for July 22. Board members asked the development team's architects to continue to refine their design for the first phase of the nearly billion-dollar Banks project, Moore said. (Cincinnati Business Courier, OH)
Mystery Of Bat With Extraordinary Nose Solved Jul 8, 2009
The typical horseshoe bat's nose is half that long, said Rolf Mueller, an associate professor with the Virginia Tech mechanical engineering department and director for the Bio-inspired Technology (BIT) Laboratory in Danville, Va ... One of the researchers is Rolf Mueller, an associate professor with the Virginia Tech mechanical engineering department, who directs the Bio-inspired Technology Laboratory. (Science Daily)
Bunnell hires new city clerk Jul 8, 2009
Davis started in Palm Coast as a senior staff assistant in the city's engineering department and then became records manager for the city clerk's office before his promotion to deputy clerk in 2007. NEWS. (Daytona Beach News Journal)
Three MSU profs launch experiments on NASA rocket Jul 7, 2009
Back at MSU, Snider works with Brock LaMeres and Todd Kaiser in the electrical and computer engineering department to figure out how to design computers that can tolerate radiation in space. Radiation levels in space are significantly higher than at sea level, so normally-configured computers can fail when they encounter such levels, Des Jardins said. (Helena Independent Record)
Armstrong enigma Jul 7, 2009
But if Armstrong thought a small aerospace engineering department at the University of Cincinnati would provide a refuge, he was to be disappointed. "His old boss told me when he first arrived, he spent two hours every single day signing autographs for members of staff and students. Apparently there was a window right at the top of the wall and people used to go and make human pyramids just to look into his office. "He dealt with it but he didn't like it, he couldn't walk across the campus... (BBC News -- Science)
* ANALYSIS: Experts divided on political impact of GPA on Taiwan Jul 6, 2009
Hsieh Yu-shan (s), director of the Business and Engineering Department of the RSEA Engineering Corp (au{q), said the countrys accession to the GPA could have both a beneficial and detrimental impact on local businesses. We expect to see an increase in the number of foreign firms in the country after the accession, while there will be giant hurdles to overcome for local businesses eyeing overseas government procurement markets, Hsieh said. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World)
* Dell again mislabels prices online Jul 6, 2009
X Hsieh Yu-shan, director of the Business and Engineering department at RSEA Engineering Corp. Dell Inc reportedly once again mislabeled price tags for products on its Taiwanese Web site yesterday, several Chinese-language media reports said. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World)
Beyond Google Docs: 7 Web-Based Collaboration Apps Jul 6, 2009
Virtually any IT or engineering department can find ways to reduce not only operating costs but also capital investment while maintaining and even improving service levels. Technology executives can drive unrealized efficiency into their departments while helping their companies better use technology. (TechWeb)
A.G. picks plan for City Hall upgrade Jul 5, 2009
Under the chosen alternative, the city would trade the engineering department building at 200 E. Branch and its adjacent parking lot to NKT Commercial for the now-vacant building at 111 S. Mason St.. The city also would help NKT come up with commercial project options for the building and parking lot, although architect Fred Sweeney said recently discovered structural issues could lower the building s value in a trade. (Santa Maria Times)
City to Work With DNR to Settle Landfill Citations Jul 3, 2009
"We've already addressed many of these items and we'll be following up with internal inspections through the engineering department," Briggs said. On the litter issue, Briggs said it's always been kept on-site and has not gone onto adjacent property. (Missourian Publishing, MO)
Neighbors, others oppose sidewalks Jul 3, 2009
He did admit, as did others, that the town engineering department had been very nice. "They're trying to make it as easy as possible." "There's no choice and no recourse," said Trupp. (Fairfield Minuteman, CT)
SAWS recognizes 2009 WaterSavers Jul 1, 2009
The 2009 WaterSaver Award recipients include: Spurs Sports and Entertainment AT&T Center; Marriot Rivercenter Hotel; The Marriot Riverwalk Hotel; Embassy Suites Airport; Drury Southwest Inc.; Bexar County Freeman Coliseum; Transwestern Property Management toilet fixture retrofit; Equastone/Endura Advisory Group; ; Bexar County 4-H Council Haven 4-H Club; My Friend s House Christian Fellowship; Butler Management/Sonterra Medical Management Group; Imagine Homes; Wall Homes; American Sunrise; CPS... (San Antonio Business Journal, TX)
Khalid also in the dark over Bukit Antarabangsa Jun 30, 2009
Instead, it was given to the police and the Federal Government s engineering department, he said. When asked if he would pursue the matter further or even bring it up in Parliament, he said that the state should not be disturbing what the federal government was doing. (The Star Online, Malaysia)
Jalan Gasing project to test viability of barrier-free access Jun 27, 2009
The project in Jalan Gasing is to come up with a typical model for our engineering department and for developers to be used for future developments, said Sharipah ... A MBPJ engineering department representative said that the pavement along the 500m stretch of road was upgraded at a cost of RM180,000, including railings installation and covering up of the drains. (The Star Online, Malaysia)
With lots of help, Stewart’s doing fine on his own Jun 26, 2009
Although the team hadn t experienced success, it had the infrastructure in place, such as an engineering department and fabrication shop. Where our situation is different than other driver-owner combinations is that we didn t have to start from scratch, Stewart said. (Boston Globe)
LHI eyeing Onalaska? Weber says LHI will need to expand outside La Crosse Jun 25, 2009
AWARDS: Making a Difference Awards, for efforts to help the downtown, were announced for Howes Diamond Jewelers; La Crosse Police Department; La Crosse Parks and Recreation Department; Steve Low s Midwest Toyota-Scion; Wettstein s; Western Technical College President Lee Rasch; River Architects Inc.; Designing Jewelers; Hawkins, Ash, Baptie LLP; Michaels Engineering Inc.; and Greg Pederson of the city s Engineering Department. BOARD: Elected to three-year terms on Downtown Mainstreet s board... (La Crosse Tribune, WI)
Caledonia grapples with drainage woes Jun 25, 2009
Since 1996, the town's engineering department has recorded 220 storm water complaints, including 105 in the first six months of this year. And though the list is a rough draft, it highlighted the seemingly mundane topic of drainage as an important town issue. (Racine Journal Times, WI)
Part of Bolton Street to close today Jun 25, 2009
A portion of Bolton Street will be closed from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. today, according to a Richmond County Engineering Department press release. The closure will be between Hilda and Avalon Avenues, the release said. (The Augusta Chronicle)
KIUC weighs in on federal energy proposals (427) Jun 23, 2009
KIUC President Randy Hee and Board Chair Phil Tacbian led the Kaua i contingent, which also included Board members Dennis Esaki, David Iha and Allan Smith, engineering department manager Mike Yamane and regulatory staffer Wanda Kabutan. KIUC is committed to reducing its use of fossil fuels and moving aggressively toward more use of renewables, but is concerned about proposed federal legislation that would limit its flexibility in crafting solutions that work best for Kaua i.. (Lihue Garden Island, HA)
Obituaries for Tuesday, June 23, 2009 Jun 23, 2009
Corlis worked at City Service in Tomah, was in the U.S. Army for five years, then worked at Tomah Locker Plant and Burnstad s as a meat cutter, at Tomah Veterans Hospital as a nurse s aide and then worked in the boiler plant at VA. He later transferred to VA engineering department and was a repairman. Corly served in the United States Army during World War II from 1941 to 1945. (La Crosse Tribune, WI)
Despite heavy rains and flooding, road work is on schedule Jun 21, 2009
Crews poured about 100 yards of concrete Monday, but lost nearly half of it in the heavy rains, said David Bechtel, project manager in Mandan's engineering department. Other than that, asphalting and road maintenance projects have not been delayed due to weather, Bechtel said. (Bismarck Tribune, ND)
Neighborhood tackles trash, graffiti Jun 21, 2009
Jim Lamson with the city's Project Management and Engineering Department said the city plans to put $75,000 toward road and curb improvements on San Roberto. Share this page. (Juneau Empire)
Report: Radiation high from radio tower Jun 16, 2009
said the foundation's engineering department has been in contact with the Federal Communication Commission and a congressional representative. But Novak said he wasn't aware of the study or any health concerns, and he believed any issues with signal interference had been dealt with. (Utica NY Obserer, NY)
Indoor recreation facility may get new location Jun 16, 2009
The Town of Watertown Engineering Department and Parks and Recreation will be looking at a new location for the indoor recreational facility at Veteran's Memorial Park: Off Park Road, on the far side of the park. The Parks and Recreation Commission voted unanimously to pursue environmental and engineering studies for the location at its Thursday, June 4, regular meeting. (Town Times, CT)
Development department to be nixed, says council Jun 16, 2009
He blamed Urman and the engineering department for not providing timely information to SEAGO to get the projects considered. Urman said he only recently learned he was supposed to help represent the city at SEAGO meetings. (Nogales International, AZ)
13WMAZ's DTV Switch Begins June 12 Jun 6, 2009
Just plug in the converter box and hook the antenna cable connector to the back of your TV. On June 12, 13WMAZ's engineering department will shut off the station's analog and old digital transmitter. They will turn on a brand new high-powered digital transmitter. (13WMAZ.com, GA)
Boosting communication on Marlborough's special projects Jun 5, 2009
The committee recently recommended approving the special permit, but the city's engineering department submitted comments about the project after the vote ... Council President Arthur Vigeant said he was concerned because councilors went through the necessary process and the engineering department did not give information that was requested several times. (Marlborough Enterprise, MA)
Community Colleges Expand Green Job... Jun 4, 2009
The Center, which partners with nearby Western Michigan University's engineering department, has an active on-campus 50 kilowatt turbine, and 50 and 350 kilowatt decommissioned turbines, and provides installation, operation and maintenance technician training for small, commercial, and utility grade turbines. Green Job Opportunities Beckon. (Suite101.com)
Central El Paso To Get Drainage Upgrades Jun 3, 2009
The city engineering department hopes to have the first phase of the project done by the end of the year. The second phase would more than triple the amount of water the system can pump. (KFOXTV.com, TX)
Engineers: School renovation estimates too low Jun 3, 2009
The city engineering department estimates renovations at two elementary schools and the Marie Drake building would cost $44. 4 million. (Juneau Empire)
Some Macon Residents Ready for Speed Tables Jun 2, 2009
Once approved by full council, people can begin contacting the city's traffic engineering department to request a traffic study in their neighborhood. Also at city hall Monday night, the appropriations committee approved the purchase of 12 new police cars. (13WMAZ.com, GA)
School of Mines gets $2.5M pledges May 30, 2009
Funds are being raised by the Golden college for Marquez Hall, a $25 million teaching and research facility that will house Mines petroleum engineering department. The new pledges consist of $1. (Denver Business Journal, CO)
On Your Mind May 28, 2009
Why is it so hard for the street department or the engineering department in this city to get intersection improvements right the first time around. They finally completed Avenida Escuela at Fry Boulevard. (Sierra Vista Herald, AZ)
Macon Council Members Still Want Roads Paved May 28, 2009
Public Works Engineering Department Manager Bill Causey says of the seven streets listed in the 2009 budget request, three of them are not actually streets. That leaves four streets to be paved, with a total of ten occupied homes. (13WMAZ.com, GA)