Resource: Engineering & Technology for a Sustainable World articles from September 2002

Resource: Engineering & Technology for a Sustainable World archives from September 2002

Biopharming can add value to agriculture. (Update).(Brief Article)
September 1, 2002... It has been the dream of scientists to produce high-valued products, such as useful pharmaceuticals and nutraceuticals in plants. Farmers are now growing this type of new generation of biotech crops, says Stephen Howell, director of the...

Crop killer's genome sequence available. (Update).(understanding rice blast)(Brief Article)
September 1, 2002... The first draft sequence of a worldwide crop-killing fungus genome has been completed under the joint National Science Foundation (NSF) and USDA Microbial Genome Sequencing Project. The fungus Magnaporthe grisea causes rice blast disease,...

Golf course wetlands prove valuable environmental tool.(runoff water research)(Brief Article)
September 1, 2002... Golfers may see it as just another water hazard, but the constructed wetlands on Purdue University's Kampen Gold Course prevent potential pollutants from damaging the environment. A study also has revealed that the constructed wetlands'...

Agriculture has potential to reduce greenhouse gases. (Update).(Brief Article)
September 1, 2002... In the ongoing search for remedies to the planet's greenhouse gas excesses, agriculture is often identified as a key player. Agriculture can reduce its own contributions of these gases (carbon dioxide, methane and nitrous oxide) and can act as...

Auburn University farming marine shrimp.(Brief Article)
September 1, 2002... Good things come in small packages -- at least as far as consumer demand for shrimp is concerned. U.S. consumption of shrimp has doubled in the past decade, making it one of the most popular seafood items in America. The natural supply of...

Bats used to study timber harvesting. (Update).(Brief Article)
September 1, 2002... Radio transmitters attached to nocturnal, reclusive bats may provide data that can help the national timber industry better plan harvesting practices. In a three-year study begun recently at Mississippi State, bats are helping university...

Plant produced herbicide identified. (Update).(catechin)(Brief Article)
September 1, 2002... Scientists have speculated for decades that spotted knapweed is able to spread over large areas because of a secret weapon - an ability to release a chemical that kills surrounding plants. A Colorado State University horticulture professor...

Feeder curbs pregnant sows' hoggish ways.(Brief Article)
September 1, 2002... An automated feeding system that eliminates the need for crating sows during their four-month pregnancies will be tested as part of a joint project involving the Agricultural Research Service, Texas Tech University in Lubbock and Automated...

A two-for-one Harvest: new system makes a meal out of leftover chaff.(McLeod Harvest Inc)(Brief Article)
September 1, 2002... Harvesting grain is almost as old as mankind and techniques have evolved over time. A new grain-harvesting system, the McLeod Harvest, is as efficient as a combine, but has environmental and economic advantages. Developed by economist Bob...

Rethink, redesign, reengineer: time is right to rely on biobased systems for sustainable communities.
September 1, 2002... Throughout the history of humankind, agriculture has been the source for food and natural raw materials to sustain humans. However, during the 20th century in much of the developed world, a major shift to a petroleum-based economy led to the...

Stop the abuse of application efficiency: term used in dramatic ways to describe irrigation events, system types.
September 1, 2002... Irrigation engineers and industry professionals often use the term application efficiency to describe the effectiveness of a particular irrigation event or system type. Yet, it is one of the most abused terms in irrigation. You, too, could be...

Drought in the Southeastern States: events add up to make it the worst in recorded history.
September 1, 2002... Drought. It sneaks up on you. Even though weather fronts have managed to pass through the Southeastern United States, parts of this region are now into the fifth consecutive year with drought conditions. Several events have combined to...

Universite Laval breaks three-year Quarter Scale competition winning streak. (Inside ASAE).(Brief Article)
September 1, 2002... If you want to succeed, it pays to plan ahead. Just ask the students from Quebec's Universite Laval who competed in the 2002 Quarter-Scale Tractor International Student Design Competition in May. After finishing squarely in the middle of the...

Quarter-Scale Web design competition a great success. (Inside ASAE).(Brief Article)
September 1, 2002... For the second year, 2002 Quarter-Scale teams had the opportunity to showcase their Web design talents while promoting their team, the competition and ASAE. And the competition was stiff, with nine entrants from the United States, Canada and...

Quarter-Scale receives publicity. (Inside ASAE).(Brief Article)
September 1, 2002... The 2002 Quarter-Scale Tractor Competition enjoyed publicity, both locally and nationally. In the Quad Cities area where the contest was held, a story was seen on the local NBC affiliate, KWQC-TV. The contest later received national...

World Standards Day 2002. (Standards).(Brief Article)
September 1, 2002... World Standards Day will be celebrated in the United States on Oct. 16. This recognition began as a celebration of the birth of the International Organization for Standardization (ISO), which held its first meeting in London on Oct. 14, 1946....

ANSI [American National standards Institute] reaccredits ASAE [American Society of Agricultural Endineers] Procedures. (Standards).(Brief Article)
September 1, 2002... At the July 11th meeting of the American National Standards Institute (ANSI) Executive Standards Council, the revised ASAE Standardization Procedures were formally reviewed and approved. This completes the reaccreditation process. To view...

Nominations needed now for all ASAE Awards. (Standards).
September 1, 2002... Don't miss the October 31 deadline! The following awards are available for 2002: * Cyrus Hall McCormick-Jerome Increase Case Gold Medal Award * John Deere Gold Medal Award * Massey-Ferguson Educational Award * Henry Giese...

Changes to the American Society of Agricultural Engineers Constitution and Bylaws Enacted. (Inside ASAE).(Brief Article)
September 1, 2002... At the 2002 ASAE Annual Meeting in Chicago, the amendments to the Constitution were declared effective having received the necessary two-thirds majority of those voting. The Constitution amendments are below. Deletions are denoted by...

We don't want to lose touch with you.
September 1, 2002... Please be sure to keep your e-mail address updated with ASAE so you don't miss a thing. You can do this in three ways: change it online yourself by logging into the members-only section of the ASAE Web site at www.asae.org; call in your updated...

Foundation. (Inside ASAE).(Brief Article)
September 1, 2002... We appreciate the following ASAE members' generous support from March through July 2002. Communications Technology Fund - Roger C. Brook. Cooperative Standards Fund - J. Edson McCanse, John B. Sevart and Robert T. Lorenzen. ...

On location program at ASAE [American Society of Agricultural Engineers]. (Inside ASAE).(Brief Article)
September 1, 2002... This summer, three seventh graders from McCord Renaissance School in Benton Harbor, Mich., participated in a community program called On Location at ASAE headquarters. The hands-on, one-week internship shows students how the skills they...

CSAE/SCGR 2002 Award Winners. (Inside ASAE).(Canadian Society of Agricultural Engineering)(Brief Article)
September 1, 2002... The following members received recognition from CSAE/SCGR at an awards banquet held July 16 in Saskatoon, Saskatchewan, Canada. The banquet was held during the CSAE Annual Meeting. Ernest M. Barber, P.E., was granted the CSAE/SCGR grade of...

Agricultural Buildings and Structures. (Member News).(James A. Lindley, P.E. retires)(Brief Article)
September 1, 2002... James A. Lindley, P.E., retired in May from North Dakota State University (NDSU). He joined the NDSU faculty in the agricultural engineering department as an associate professor in May 1978. Lindley taught courses in farm structures design,...

American Society of Heating, Refrigerating and Air-Conditioning Engineers (ASHRAE). (Member News).(appoints Donald G. Colliver president)(Brief Article)
September 1, 2002... Donald G. Colliver, P.E., was recently installed as president of the American Society of Heating, Refrigerating and Air-Conditioning Engineers (ASHRAE). Colliver is associate professor at the University of Kentucky, Lexington, Ky. and...

2002 Federal Laboratory Consortium Award for Excellence in Technology Transfer. (Member News).(Dennis Shuman)(Brief Article)
September 1, 2002... Dennis Shuman, recently received a 2002 Federal Laboratory Consortium Award for Excellence in Technology Transfer. A 10-year member of ASAE, Shuman is a research electrical engineer with the Postharvest and Bioregulation Research Unit,...

University of Manitoba campus. (Member News).(biosystems engineer Digvir Jayas awarded Canada Research Chair)(Brief Article)
September 1, 2002... Digvir Jayes, P.E., University of Manitoba biosystems engineer, has been awarded the Canada Research Chair for his work on the advanced methods of storing grain. Jayas has led a research program in grain storage and in the preservation, storage...

University of Georgia Extension Service in Athens. (In Memoriam).(Brief Article)(Obituary)
September 1, 2002... Harold B. Goolsby, 80, of Athens, Ga., died May 24, 2002. He retired in 1975 from the University of Georgia Extension Service in Athens. He had also previously been employed by J.I. Case. He was an Army veteran of World War II. Goolsby...

Events calendar.
September 1, 2002... ASAE Conferences and International Meetings To receive more information about ASAE conferences and meetings, contact ASAE at 800-371-2723 or meknight@asae.org. For the complete list, see www.asae.org/resource/asaevents.html. 2003 ...

ASAE online.(American Society of Agricultural Engineers)(Brief Article)
September 1, 2002... Ag/bio engineers in demand Looking for a new position? Trying to convince a student that agricultural and biological engineering offers great career potential? A new ASAE Web page may help your efforts. ASAE's Membership Services has...

The MF3300 Series of specialty tractors offers configurations to fit various needs. (From the Manufacturers).(AGCO Corp.)(Brief Article)
September 1, 2002... The MF3300 Series of specialty tractors offers configurations to fit various needs. The F series, with its 4.6 foot minimum width and 14 inch ground clearance, is designed for orchards and open fields. With a 3.9-foot minimum width and minimum...

Massey Ferguson is introducing 11 new mounted implements. (From the Manufacturers).(agricultural equipment)(Brief Article)
September 1, 2002... Massey Ferguson is introducing 11 new mounted implements, most of them with multiple models. They include finish and rotary mowers, rotary tillers and discs, landscape tools and several unique, front-mounted tools, including a snow blower. AGCO...

The 308C CR hydraulic excavator is a compact radius version of the 207C. (From the Manufacturers).(Caterpillar Inc., )(Brief Article)
September 1, 2002... The 308C CR hydraulic excavator is a compact radius version of the 207C. It produces 54 net horsepower and accommodates two stick sizes, four bucket options, two blade widths and a variety of work tools. Tail swing radius is a mere four feet,...

Databolt is a complete data carrier mounted in a small bolt. (From the Manufacturers).(Balluff Inc)(Brief Article)
September 1, 2002... Databolt is a complete data carrier mounted in a small bolt, which enables tracking of material flow objects such as workpieces, carriers, and tools throughout manufacturing and assembly processes. It can be installed early in the machining...

Each of the three F-Series hay moisture tester models. (From the Manufacturers).(Delmhorst Instrument Co., )(Brief Article)
September 1, 2002... Each of the three F-Series hay moisture tester models -- the FX-2000, F-2000 and F-6 -- features built-in calibration and battery check, temperature stable circuit, hand-held portable operation, and the capability of checking round or square...

The Massey Ferguson 4300 series tractors set high standards in versatility and customization for the mid-range 55 to 99 horsepower tractor market. (From the Manufacturers).(AGCO Corp., )(Brief Article)
September 1, 2002... The Massey Ferguson 4300 series tractors set high standards in versatility and customization for the mid-range 55 to 99 horsepower tractor market. A newly re-designed cab and control console also raises the bar on comfort. Hydraulic systems...

White LR-20 and LR-30 Lift and Rotate Carts. (From the Manufacturers).(AGCO Corp)(Brief Article)
September 1, 2002... White LR-20 and LR-30 Lift and Rotate Carts have made narrow transport even more narrow. The carts are the first to bring planter or drill transport width under 10 feet. Fully loaded with 200-gallon liquid fertilizer tanks and tillage...

X Series stainless steel, flexible coupling. (From the Manufacturers).(Helical Products Company, Inc., )(Brief Article)
September 1, 2002... The X Series stainless steel, flexible coupling is designed to meet the exacting positioning requirements of servo motor applications. The coupling features high torsional stiffness, low radial loads, one-piece integrity, and zero backlash. A...

The 735 Articulated Truck features a new electronically controlled engine and purpose-built transmission. (From the Manufacturers).(Caterpillar Inc., )(Brief Article)
September 1, 2002... The 735 Articulated Truck features a new electronically controlled engine and purpose-built transmission, a new front suspension system, a new hitch design, a cooling system mounted to the rear of the cab, a new operator station and a...

Farmhand 662 and 882 loaders. (From the Manufacturers).(AGCO Corporation)(Brief Article)
September 1, 2002... Farmhand 662 and 882 loaders feature advanced engineering, welding and coating techniques, combined with 50,000 psi high-tensile steel and traditional high-quality Farmhand standards to meet or exceed original equipment manufacturer (OEM)...

Caterpillar[R] 232 and 242 Skid Steer Loaders. (From the Manufacturers).(Brief Article)
September 1, 2002... The Caterpillar[R] 232 and 242 Skid Steer Loaders are smaller frame vertical-lift loaders that provide a lift height of more than 9 feet 11 inches, and a reach of 30 inches at a bucket angle of 45 degrees. The expanded height and reach,...

The 247 and 257 Multi Terrain Loaders. (From the Manufacturers).(Caterpillar Inc)(Brief Article)
September 1, 2002... The 247 and 257 Multi Terrain Loaders are compact rubber-tracked machines designed for use in construction, landscaping, agriculture and other applications. Both models feature a new suspended undercarriage that allows the machines to work in a...

Speed Controller. (From the Manufacturers).(Axiomatic Technologies Corporation)(Brief Article)
September 1, 2002... Speed Controller is a low-cast velocity controller with integral potentiometer designed to interface between 12 or 24 volt batter power and a remote grounded proportional solenoid valve. The controller is suited for use in material handling...

Silicon Pyranometer. (From the Manufacturers).(Onset Computer Corporation)(Brief Article)
September 1, 2002... The Silicon Pyranometer is a smart sensor that measures solar heating effects by simply plugging into any HOBO Weather Station. It is automatically recognized. The Pyranometer has a durable anodized aluminum housing with an acrylic diffuser,...

CompuScope[R] 14100C. (From the Manufacturers).(Gage Applied Inc.)(Brief Article)
September 1, 2002... CompuScope[R] 14100C is the world's fastest 14-bit waveform digitizer card for CompactPCI[TM] bus. It occupies a single slot in a 6U form factor CompactPCI chassis, which provides twice as much real estate on the card to house high bandwidth...

ITL PS760 range of gearboxes. (From the Manufacturers).(International Transmissions Ltd)(Brief Article)
September 1, 2002... The ITL PS760 range of gearboxes will complement ITL's existing transmission, axle and driveline products. Designed using a modular approach, a key feature is improved durability and reliability. Both gearbox variants feature a co-axial pump...

SS700 synchro-shuttle gearbox. (From the Manufacturers).(Brief Article)
September 1, 2002... The SS700 synchro-shuttle gearbox offers new features and refinements that include a co-axial pump drive. An SAE B pump mounting is offered to suit most requirements and allow for improved machine packaging, giving a more compact machine...

Fluid Metering's new full line catalog of precision dispensers and metering pumps introduces the IDS 2002 Industrial Dispenser Pump. (From the Manufacturers).(Brief Article)
September 1, 2002... Fluid Metering's new full line catalog of precision dispensers and metering pumps introduces the IDS 2002 Industrial Dispenser Pump, an ideal solution for industrial process and production applications. A wide selection of of pump heads and...

SpecWare[TM] Apple/Pear Alert Software Package. (From the Manufacturers).(Spectrum Technologies Inc)(Brief Article)
September 1, 2002... SpecWare[TM] Apple/Pear Alert Software Package combines prevalent insect and disease models developed through government and university research in an easy-to-use interface. By comparing data collected from an on-site weather station to these...

Series 677 Differential Pressure Transmitter. (From the Manufacturers).(Dwyer Instruments, Inc)(Brief Article)
September 1, 2002... Designed to measure pressures as low as 0.1 inches w.c. with [+ or -] 0.4 percent accuracy, the Series 677 Differential Pressure Transmitter is ideal for building energy management systems, environmental pollution control, oven pressurization,...

A new four-color brochure from Balluff provides a technical introduction to analog measurement sensors. (From the Manufacturers).(Brief Article)
September 1, 2002... A new four-color brochure from Balluff provides a technical introduction to analog measurement sensors. The brochure addresses the analog measurement market, basic use of measurement sensors, technology selection criteria and product...

Balluff BFS-26K compact color sensor. (From the Manufacturers).(Brief Article)
September 1, 2002... Balluff BFS-26K compact color sensor offers true three-channel color recognition without the need for an external light source. One of the smallest self-contained color sensors available, it uses an integrated, pulsed white light source,...

Our global food system: members' talents needed to address crucial quality and safety issues. (Last Word).(Column)
September 1, 2002... The food system today is a global enterprise. ASAE has a great leadership opportunity in the technical aspects of food quality and safety. We must link our technical talents effectively with the social, ethical and policy issues of food...