Could do better!

Article Abstract:

Stephen Byers, the Secretary of State for Trade and Industry in the UK, was examined by a Parliamentary Committee, led by Conservative chairman, Dr Michael Clark. In reply to Dr Ashok Kumar's questions regarding the amount of money spend by the UK on research and development, Byers indicated how little is spent in comparison to amounts spent by countries such as Japan, the USA, and countries in Europe.

---

Expanding structures reach out to save lives

Article Abstract:

The mechanical linkage invented a hundred years ago has formed a basis for novel expanding building frames, cylinders, stadium roofs and other structures. The oriental paper folding has provided the inspiration to devise a new type of stent to keep open human arteries and air passages, as well as expandable pillars and beams for use on spacecraft.

Fluid Power Cylinder and Actuator Manufacturing, Fluid power cylinders & actuators, Pneumatic & Hydraulic Cylinders, Innovations, University of Oxford, Cylinders, Cylinders (Machinery), You, Zhong

---

Let innovators get on with it

Article Abstract:

Ian Pearson, employed by BT to predict the future, expresses his views on innovations. He advises on assessment and management of different approaches to make them commercially viable.

Research and Development in the Physical, Engineering, and Life Sciences, Communications, Broadcasting and Telecommunications, Scientific Research and Development Services, Telephone Communication, Commercial physical research, Research & Development-Industry, Science, Research & Development, Evaluation, Telecommunications services industry, Telecommunications industry, Research and development, Communications industry, British Telecommunications PLC, Beliefs, opinions and attitudes, Pearson, Ian

Similar abstracts:

• Abstracts: Small pieces of the big picture. BSE research comes to the U.S. Have I got an herb for you!
• Abstracts: When seeking a PLM supplier, match solution choice to strategic objectives. Significant trends for 2003
• Abstracts: Fluid thrust fast reverses non stop. A breakout for British invention?. Clusters of innovation
• Abstracts: Finely chiselled plastic features. Many tools make light work
• Abstracts: Bearing cross bears the load. Modeling is the key to rapid success

This website is not affiliated with document authors or copyright owners. This page is provided for informational purposes only. Unintentional errors are possible.