Postdoctoral
Research Associate Position
The
National High Magnetic Field Laboratory (NHMFL) in Tallahassee, FL is seeking a
Postdoctoral Research Associate to work on nanostructured permanent magnets. Preference will be given to candidates who
have a strong commitment to research and development, and can actively contribute
to the programs within the NHMFL.
Safety Engineering and Risk Magement Debate 2012
Discussion Topic 4: If the Piper Alpha disaster occurred today, discuss the current safety legislative regime that will apply.
Safety Engineering and Risk Management Debate 2012
Discussion Topic 3: Is fracking for shale gas safe and without damage to community environment? Should it be banned?
Safety Engineering and Risk Management Debate 2012
Discussion Topic 2: Is nuclear power safe for humans and the environment?
Safety Engineering and Risk Management Debate 2012
Discussion Topic 1: Rank top ten severe accidents in energy sector
Application Deadline: 12 Noon PST 28 November 2012
The W. M. Keck Institute for Space Studies (KISS) at the California Institute
of Technology announces an opportunity for highly qualified individuals to
apply for postdoctoral fellowships to conduct research in space science and
engineering. The primary purpose of KISS is to develop breakthrough planetary,
Earth, and astrophysics space mission concepts and technology by bringing
together a broad spectrum of scientists and engineers for sustained scientific
(1) What were the
physical/technical circumstances that led to the accident?
The spoil tips produced by the mining process were placed on top
of a layer of porous sandstone that housed a number of underground springs. On
the lead up to the disaster it had been raining heavily for days which caused approximately
3-6 meters of the spoil tip to subside.
(2) What were the main
underlying causes?
Installing
solar panels on rooftops are obviously a high risk activity. There are a number
of hazards such as working at heights which could lead to falls from heights or
falling objects. Also slippery roof surfaces, damaged roofs, electrical
discharge from uninstalled panels, electrical fitting and equipments are all
potential hazards. All these, when not properly controlled could lead to
undesired conquences.
Recently, a comprehensive review paper on fracture toughness testing and ASTM standardization was published by Dr. Zhu and Prof. Joyce in the journal of Engineering Fracture Mechanics:
XK Zhu and JA Joyce, "Review of fracture toughness (G, K, J, CTOD, CTOA) testing and standardization," Engineering Fracture Mechanics, 85, 2012: 1-46.
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