February 14, 2014 – Here is some interesting research. For centuries, geologists have recognized that the rocks that line riverbeds tend to be smaller and rounder further downstream. But these experts have not agreed on the reason these patterns exist. Abrasion causes rocks to grind down and become rounder as they are transported down the river. Does this grinding reduce the size of…
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John Deere Opens in Brazil
February 13, 2014 – The John Deere Construction & Forestry Division marked the completion of two world-class manufacturing facilities in Indaiatuba-SP, Brazil. John Deere will manufacture backhoe loaders and wheel loaders in one location and excavators, in partnership with Hitachi Construction Machinery, in the other. Customers in Brazil have utilized John Deere agriculture equipment for over 60 years and the expansion…
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February 14, 2014 — Eagle Iron Works has been developing ways to make its system controls even simpler for customers. A series of changes to its line of Mark V controls for its sand classifying tanks have led to the development of the Mark VI line. The list of improvements to the operating system include: Improving Accuracy and Simplicity of the…
Read MoreWhere Did That Rock Come From?
According to space.com, after a decade of exploring the Martian surface, the scientists overseeing the rover Opportunity thought they’d seen it all. That was until a rock mysteriously appeared a few feet in front of the six-wheeled rover.
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