Monthly Archives: September 2016

Rise in Lithium-ion battery explosions question its reliability

The number of accidents involving Lithium-ion batteries have gone up, and major brands like Samsung and Tesla are at the forefront of them. Recently, there has been an increase in Lithium-ion battery explosion incidents. Well, known companies like Samsung, Tesla, … Continue reading

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Jobs in Cars: A Look at PK Machine

They say “life is short,” but if you’ve ever held a job you hated, you know how the afternoon hours between the end of lunch and quitting time can drag out like an eternity. The wall clock taunts you, its … Continue reading

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Piaggio Seeks To Reassure Operators over Avanti’s Future …

Piaggio Aerospace insisted last month that it will keep producing and supporting the Avanti Evo. In an August 16 statement, the Italian manufacturer sought to reassure operators who appear to have been discouraged by a July 28 press release indicating … Continue reading

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Hello, Tech Support

Text size: A A A Tweet Im trying to build this airplane, but I have literally never even tightened a bolt in my life. By Dave Forster | August 18, 2016 Illustrations: Robrucha The sun was just peeking through the … Continue reading

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Former Canadian International Air Show President Richard Cooper

People still get a shock when they see a 1954 Russian MiG-15 touch down on a Canadian runway and find out the pilot is a local Mississauga businessman. It’s a very uncommon sight. After all, the design team of Anushavan … Continue reading

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Need groceries, wine or business delivery? New services have launched in South Florida

Pretty soon, you may never have to leave your home. Or your office. With the tap of a mobile app or an online order, you can receive groceries, liquor or business supplies. South Floridians’ options are growing when it comes … Continue reading

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Slideshow: The most-read stories of August

KING, Wisconsin — Walter Sundling wanted to live at the Wisconsin Veterans Home at King. Held captive by the Nazis during World War II after his plane was shot down over Germany, the 90-year-old Air Force veteran was healthy when … Continue reading

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