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Engines Podcast

Engines of Our Ingenuity 2260: When Metals Grow Tired

Dr. John Lienhard

Posted on July 9, 2022 · Episode: 2260 When metal grows tired: Trying to predict fatigue failures. Today, metal grows tired.

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Engines of Our Ingenuity 2600: The Mysterious Aviator

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The future of semiconductors in Texas

Posted on April 7, 2023 · New legislation in Texas draws inspiration from a federal program to help boost the semiconductor industry.

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