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Could Japanese solar farm in space power our future?

2014-05-01 16:00:00| Climate Ark Climate Change & Global Warming Newsfeed

Daily Mail: Solar power has had a difficult start on Earth thanks to inefficient panels and high costs. But in space, scientists believe it could transform the way we generate energy. Now, the space-based solar power - once merely the stuff of science-fiction - could be available sooner than expected if Japan has its way. Within 25 years, the country plans to make space-based solar power a reality, according to a proposal from the Japan Aerospace Exploration Agency (Jaxa). Solar power has had a difficult...

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Hooking Up a Dryer in a Tight Space

2014-04-29 21:50:10| About Home Repair

The only thing less fun than hooking up a dryer is hooking it up in a tight confined space where there is no room for the dryer vent.Dryer connections are easily made in a basement but try it in a room with confined space....Read Full Post

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Frontier Airlines passengers will pay up to $50 for overhead space

2014-04-29 16:28:44| Airlines - Topix.net

Frontier Airlines has made its biggest move yet into the ultra-low-cost carrier segment, announcing Monday that it is dropping fares by an average of 12 percent but establishing fees for seat selection and for bags carried onto planes.

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Space Materials Engineer

2014-04-29 14:37:50| Space-careers.com Jobs RSS

For one of our main customers ESAETEC, we are currently looking for a Materials Engineer, who will give support within the Directorate of Technical and Quality Management. You will report to the Head of the Materials Technology Section and will also work in the Materials Laboratory on activities related to the assessment of the structural as well as electronic materials and associated processes used in spacecraft and launchers structures. Tasks and Responsibilities o Critical and constant review and assessment of the current European Research and Technology landscape with particular focus on metallic materials as well as structural ceramics and glasses and related manufacturing processes and coating systems o Participation to the DivisionSection RD strategy definition and implementation, while supporting issuing roadmaps and strategic papers related to the DivisionSection disciplines o Proposal and coordination of Research and Technology activities in the domain of metallic materials, ceramics and related manufacturing processes and coating systems o Evaluation of proposals for technology RD activities on their technical merit, consistency and priorities and recommendation for ESA endorsement o Coordination of technology RD activities, monitoring of the procurement implementation, evaluation and report of the achieved results and lessons learnt to the relevant ESA Directorates and key Partners o Operation and regular update of the associated management information tools and system databases o Provide specialist advice to the ESA Programme in the field of metallic materials as well as structural ceramics and glasses and manufacturing processes including participation to Projects meeting, reviews and audits o Review and Approval of ESA Programme Materials, Mechanical Parts and Processes Lists in the frame of the Materials and Processes Review Board. o Perform tasks related to the metallurgical assessment of materials in pristine and processed conditions, including metallurgical laboratory evaluations covering for example mechanical, corrosion and thermal testing, among others, failure investigations and drafting of relevant reports. Experience and education o Ph.D. in one of the Materials Science disciplines will be considered an asset. An equivalent qualification in Materials Science and significant practical experience in an aerospace or related industry o Strong experience in the RD area and technology development in the field of metallic materials and related manufacturing processes and a good knowledge of materials process technology with a good understanding of physics and chemistry o Knowledge of ProgrammeProject management and control technique, method and tools together with the capability to work independently and have confidence to deal directly with customers, in person or by telephone and to interface with ESA staff in high level positions o Demonstrated ability to analyse and summarise complex information, capability of identifying priority actions and handle high workload. Candidates must have proficiency in the English language a good knowledge of another member state language is seen to be an asset. About ATG Europe For more than 30 years, ATG Europe has been recognized as a leading contracting company supporting the European Aerospace industry. We are a truly international organization, hosting more than twenty different nationalities. We are always looking for highly educated, talented and ambitious employees, who feel at home in a diverse international working environment. ATG Europe employees are engaged in innovative projects performing to high standards and utilizing the full extent of their professional knowledge. Interested? Submit your CV and personal details through our website or send your application directly to recruitmentatgeurope.com. We encourage you to submit your CV in the Europass format. Click here to create a Europass CV. Security Check The selected candidate shall be subject to a general security screening within the boundary of the legal constraints in force. The security screening applies to the following actions The candidates degrees and certificates shall be verified for authenticity with the issuing school, college or university The candidate will be requested to sign a statement of good conduct declaring that heshe has no criminal record.

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PCB Connector System saves board space.

2014-04-29 14:31:09| Industrial Newsroom - All News for Today

Offered in 3-, 4-, and 5-pin versions, M12 90-Degree PCB Connector System mates according to IEC 60076-2-101, and is IP67-rated in mated and locked position. Integrated PWB support pegs allow connector to be centered on PWB edge for each nominal thickness of .040, .063, and .079 in. Available with A, B, and D coding, right angle connector is suited for fill level, range, measuring, and pressure sensors; light barriers; position switches; field bus; and industrial equipment. This story is related to the following:Printed Circuit Board (PCB) Connectors

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