Technology

Rare Earths: The Cornerstone Of The Tech World

Heather Johnson 2 min read

Rare earths; Despite the name, this has nothing to do with planetary systems. Rare earths are an abundant set of seventeen elements on the periodic table.…

History Of Mobile Recycling

Heather Johnson 2 min read

The only people who do not own a cell phone today are deceased or on their deathbeds. Cell phones have become extremely popular throughout the globe.…

Wildly Imaginative Computer Passwords

Heather Johnson 3 min read

Create an image in your head; Paul McCartney wearing a sari and singing along to the tune of “Yellow Submarine” but with the lyrics modified to…

Star Trek Technology On The Horizon

Heather Johnson 2 min read

It's hard to determine the full effect the original Star Trek had on technology. Back when the show first ran, the phasers, tricorders, and communicators were…

Could Invisible Cloaks Be Within Reach?

Heather Johnson 3 min read

For the myriad of 'Harry Potter' lovers out there, the day when science unveils a real-life invisibility cloak can’t come too soon. The good news is…

Are Cell Phones Dangerous For Children?

Heather Johnson 3 min read

Mobile phones have gained rapid and increased popularity in the first few years of their production. This was because it was easier for people to keep…

The Evolution Of The Landspeed Record

Heather Johnson 2 min read

The landspeed record is the highest speed achieved on land by a moving vehicle. However, when did this record begin? The moving vehicle could be such…

The Evolution Of Train Speed

Heather Johnson 2 min read

Humankind’s ability to move faster has progressed, and we pride ourselves on the rate of this progression. The train, for example, is one of the most…

How Heads Up Display (HUD) Works

Heather Johnson 2 min read

For pilots, military personnel, and other professionals who require concentration on a visual subject, Heads Up Display (HUD) is becoming more and more familiar. In practice,…