December 2004

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New Life as Fertilizer

An upgraded wastewater treatment plant in Louisville, Kentucky turns sewage solids into marketable fertilizer, reducing costs and saving landfill space.

By Jonna Lilly

Bryant Fuel Systems manufactures above-ground fuel dispensing systems that eliminate the problems with underground storage tanks

Don Tilton: Mechanical engineer devises a technique for cooling electronic systems

By Treva Lind

Ed McBrayer: Aeronautical engineer and homebuilder builds trails around Atlanta for commuting and recreation

Women's engineering program at Smith College answers the need for greater diversity in engineering

By Domenico Grasso