It may be the last gasp of summer here in the Northern Hemisphere, but it’s always cold somewhere, whether it’s outdoors or inside. If you suffer from cold, stiff hands, you know how difficult it can ...

Let’s face it: cutting foam with a knife, even a serrated plastic knife meant for the job, is a messy pain in the ass. This is as true for insulation board as it is for the ubiquitous expanded ...

For the PDF version of this article, including diagrams and/or equations, click here. Metal exposed to moisture generally results in undesirable corrosion. Just as it can occur on the terminals of a ...

Super alloys or high performance alloys have an ability to function at temperatures above 540ºC (1000ºF) with deformation resistance and high surface stability. As they have good oxidation and creep ...

The humble toaster is a combination of physics and chemistry that produces a tasty treat. Find out all about the science of toasters and toast in appliance science. Richard Baguley Richard Baguley has ...