Making cryptocurrencies and blockchains even more secure
New research demonstrates the application of structured error-correcting codes to extend the maximum distance of QKD over standard fiber-optic cable up to 140 km.
Students take kite energy to new heights
What goes up must come down and it has left an opportunity for a novel innovation from some UBC Okanagan Engineering students. As part of their fourth-year capstone project, a group of students designed a unique launching, docking and storing system for kite energy technology. With the growing focus on renewable energy around the World, […]
Results indicate home of tomorrow is more efficient and costs less
In their recent energy simulation, results indicate an over 95-percent reduction in greenhouse gas emissions for the owners of the “home of tomorrow”.
Using the power of neutrons to build lighter and more efficient marine engines
UBC Okanagan researchers are using Canadian Nuclear Laboratories to conduct neutron beam testing on marine engine prototypes.
Optimizing composite timber manufacturing processes
New research from UBC’s Okanagan campus looks to improve the manufacturing processes of cross laminated timber at Structurlam’s plant located in Okanagan Falls.
Patentable ideas highlight Capstone 2018
Of nearly fifty capstone projects presented at the 2018 Capstone poster presentation, two are already in the patent process and two others are nearing that stage.
Are kidney stones the key to cleaning up wastewater?
Researchers at the Okanagan Campus of the University of British Columbia are enhancing the effectiveness of a wastewater treatment process known as “struvite precipitation”.
Wirelessly efficient power
Researchers at the Okanagan campus of the University of British Columbia have discovered a way to balance power transfer efficiency with power loss due to inactivity in wireless power transfer systems.
Research flourishes between both UBC campuses
The integration of research across both campuses of the University of British Columbia will be paramount to its success over the next decade.
New sensor could change the way liquids are measured and monitored on a micro-scale
Using an innovative type of flow sensor, researchers at the Okanagan campus of the University of British Columbia have uncovered a new way to measure flow rates.