The American Society of Mechanical Engineers promotes the art, science & practice of multidisciplinary engineering and allied sciences around the globe.

SAFETY ENGINEERING

Setting the Stage

William Gorlin, vice president and entertainment division chief for McLaren Engineering Group, shows us the engineers’ role in concerts, from safety issues to creating a memorable experience.

DESIGN

A Board, Wheels, and So Much More

Skateboard designer Tim Piumarta discusses the design and engineering of a skateboard. Find out how this little piece of transportation requires a whole lot of thought.

GLOBAL IMPACT

Bringing Accountability to Rural Water Systems

A nonprofit U.S.-based humanitarian aid group is operating a safe drinking water system in Kikondo built around a delivery model that requires villagers to "buy in" to the system.

VIDEO

Holistic Approaches to Minimize Utility Demands

Peter Buick, president and CEO, EMCo Systems Solutions, discusses the challenges of going green and talks about addressing the energy and water concerns of facilities.

PODCAST

Allison Sawyer: From Student to Entrepreneur

Allison Sawyer, CEO and co-founder of Rebellion Photonics, gives tips on how to take your lab work to market and shares the lessons she learned on her journey from student to entrepreneur.

ENTREPRENEURSHIP

Biomaterials Start-Up Finds ‘Shroom at the Top

Ecovative Design, a green start-up company, is converting farm byproducts and mushroom roots into renewable alternatives to polystyrene foam.

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ASME Congress 2012

The annual 2012 ASME International Mechanical Engineering Congress and Exposition focuses on today's technical challenges, research updates, and breakthrough innovations that are shaping the future of engineering. This year’s conference will be held November 9-15 in Houston, TX.