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Teach Kids Science for Free

Educating children is vital to the growth of economic productivity. That’s because it is vital to their well being and development, key ingredients for success. . . . Continue reading “Teach Kids Science for Free” →

Posted on September 12, 2015September 25, 2015 by John LivingstonPosted in Tip of the WeekLeave a comment

Hunt for precious gems in the US

You can hunt for rare gems in the US. There are vacation spots that specialize in this business. . . . Continue reading “Hunt for precious gems in the US” →

Posted on September 5, 2015September 25, 2015 by John LivingstonPosted in Tip of the WeekLeave a comment

The Birth of Nuclear Power

Zero defects. Design verification. Manual controls, not automatic. Quality. Safety above all else. . . . Continue reading “The Birth of Nuclear Power” →

Posted on August 29, 2015 by John LivingstonPosted in Tip of the WeekLeave a comment

Make money when the market is crashing

The stock markets tanked the last two days. They shed approximately 5% between Thursday and Friday. . . . Continue reading “Make money when the market is crashing” →

Posted on August 22, 2015August 29, 2015 by John LivingstonPosted in Tip of the WeekLeave a comment

Personal finance apps for iPhone and Android

You can use these apps to track your finances or even save money. . . . Continue reading “Personal finance apps for iPhone and Android” →

Posted on August 15, 2015August 29, 2015 by John LivingstonPosted in Tip of the WeekLeave a comment

US electricity generation by source

How much of the power in the United States is generated by nuclear power plants? Continue reading “US electricity generation by source” →

Posted on August 1, 2015August 29, 2015 by John LivingstonPosted in Tip of the WeekLeave a comment

Turn five seconds of your time into $10,000

This doesn’t relate to being an electrical engineer, but it might make you think twice next time you catch a silly video on your smart phone. A weekend moment could put extra money in your pocket if you have a little foresight and even a slight appetite for risk. . . . Continue reading “Turn five seconds of your time into $10,000” →

Posted on July 25, 2015August 29, 2015 by John LivingstonPosted in Tip of the WeekLeave a comment

Find all of the Regulatory Guides

Regulatory guides are issued by the NRC and provide guidance to power plants on how to implement certain portions of the regulations or interpret certain rules. . . . Continue reading “Find all of the Regulatory Guides” →

Posted on July 20, 2015August 29, 2015 by John LivingstonPosted in Tip of the WeekLeave a comment

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