Summer 2010 - Industrial Research Office Newsletter

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From the Director, Tanna Pugh
Introduction to Summer 2010 edition of The IRON

Featured Articles:

Advanced Emissions Testing Facility Now Housed at Penn State

Posted: Aug 23, 2010 08:00 AM

The $3.1 million lab is equipped with four test and maintenance bays and is the only facility approved for testing by the Federal Transit Administration.

Center for Research in Design and Innovation

Posted: Aug 23, 2010 08:05 AM

The Center uses tools such as digital human modeling (DHM) to study humans and their environment, and utilizes the research to create better functioning products.

Spark Plasma Sintering Emerges As New Technology

Posted: Aug 23, 2010 08:10 AM

Components and products that are stronger and more durable—and need less energy to produce—are now possible due to a process called Field Assisted Sintering Technology (FAST).

Penn State Named ACORE Member of the Month

Posted: Aug 23, 2010 08:15 AM

In recognition of Penn State’s long-standing commitment to developing alternative fuels, their interest in alternative fuel vehicles, and devotion to energy efficiency, The Pennsylvania State University is ACORE’s newest member of the month.