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Borneo Post
5 days ago
- Business
- Borneo Post
Natsum 2025 to gather young engineers in Kuching this July 31–Aug 3
Natsum 2025 in Kuching sets out to offer participants a dynamic blend of professional enrichment and cultural discovery. KUCHING (July 19): The National Summit (Natsum) 2025 is set to be taking place here this July 31 to Aug 3. Themed 'Empowering Minds, Building Legacies', the event is organised by the Institution of Engineers, Malaysia (IEM) Sarawak Branch – Young Engineers Section (YES). 'The theme symbolises a renewed commitment to shaping the next generation of engineering leaders through inspiration, innovation and immersive experience,' said the organiser in a statement yesterday. To date, 128 participants consisting of young engineering students and graduates from IEM branches across Malaysia have registered for Natsum 2025, which is supported by Business Events Sarawak (BESarawak) Corporate sponsors include DURA Sarawak, Hartanah Construction, Solarvest Borneo, VNM Resources, EB Tech, SAIVER, NYKK Engineering Group, and Sarawak Energy Berhad (SEB). This event should provide participants with the unique opportunity to directly engage with Malaysia's future engineers in a prestigious and celebratory setting, while industry players are encouraged to join the 'Young Engineers Dinner and Recognition Night', set for Aug 2,' said the organiser, adding that State Deputy Minister for Infrastructure and Port Development Datuk Aidel Lariwoo would attend the dinner to take place at the Theatre Hotel Kuching. 'Natsum 2025 offers a dynamic blend of professional enrichment and cultural discovery, enabling participants to embark on exclusive technical visits including to the Sejingkat power plant and Sarawak Metro, offering a rare opportunity to explore cutting-edge energy systems and urban transport infrastructure. 'These experiences are designed to not only enhance technical knowledge, but to also foster real-world curiosity and interdisciplinary collaboration. 'Another highlight is the excursion to the Sarawak Cultural Village, where participants will engage in a curated team-building session rooted in Sarawak's diverse ethnic traditions and landscapes,' it said in the statement. The organiser added that sponsoring Natsum 2025 meant 'more than just logo placements'. 'It means aligning the sponsors' brands with the future engineers of Malaysia's infrastructure, innovation and sustainable development. 'Natsum 2025 isn't just a summit – it's a milestone in Malaysia's engineering journey.' To explore sponsorship opportunities or reserve a table for the dinner, call IEM Sarawak Secretariat's Office on +6082-288 856, or e-mail to [email protected], or [email protected]. Institution of Engineers Kuching lead National Summit Natsum
Boston Globe
02-07-2025
- Climate
- Boston Globe
Here's how July weather could shape up across New England
The continued increase in anthropogenic CO2 in our atmosphere (that is, CO2 resulting from human activity) will continue to exacerbate the heat and humidity in coming decades. Summers in New England are rapidly turning into what was typical in the Mid-Atlantic in the previous century. As we look ahead to July, you can expect more heat and humidity. The first week of the month looks particularly hot, and it won't surprise me if we see temperatures approaching the century mark again early next week. A break in the humidity for a couple of days around July Fourth will be replaced by more humid conditions. Advertisement July will trend warmer than average across New England and most of the country. Boston Globe With more humidity and a jet stream that favors a more interior storm track, New England should see a touch more precipitation than average in July. Rainfall in July should be near or slightly above average across New England. Boston Globe For those of you in your thirties and beyond, memories of summers without this kind of humidity are not wrong. Before the 1980s, summers with fewer than 20 days where the dew point reached 70 degrees were common. Now, we see nearly 40 such days on a routine basis, and the trend will continue to go up. Advertisement There have been more days per year with dew points above 70 degrees since the mid-1980s. NOAA Dew points are at their highest in July across Boston. IEM We've already had six 90-degree days this year, with July 1 marking the first this month. The average number of 90 degree or hotter days in Boston for July is six, but it's nearly double that in interior areas. Average highs are consistent in the lower 80s, but here again, most days are actually above that. Daylight does decrease this month with sunset at the start at 8:25 p.m., losing about 20 minutes in the afternoon by the end of the month, and similar numbers in the morning, where the sunrises are getting later. Water temperatures at local beaches and lakes will continue to rise throughout the month. A strong westerly wind can cool the ocean water briefly, as can a heavy thunderstorm that occurs over a lake, but the trend will be for warmer water. In the night sky, Venus will shine brilliantly before sunrise on July Fourth. Binoculars will help you see Uranus a bit above and to the left. Before Buck Moon appears on July 10, and as it wanes, look for a nice view of Saturn a couple of hours before sunrise on June 16. July is the most solid summer month of the entire year, with the warmest average temperatures and plenty of daylight. It's a good opportunity, when the heat isn't too bad, to enjoy another summer here in New England.
Forbes
25-06-2025
- Forbes
HIDZS Unveils The New MK12 IEMs With Diaphragms Made From 91% Pure Magnesium
The new MK12 IEMs from HIDIZS have the kind of sound you might expect from a more expensive pair of ... More electrostatic or planar magnetic earphones. There's plenty of competition in the market for high-performance in-ear monitors for listening to hi-res music on something like a digital audio player. IEM is just a fancy term for a high-spec pair of wired earphones such as these new HIDIZS MK12 Turris The new and relatively affordable MK12 have a high specification and innovative magnesium diaphragms. HIDIZS claims that the MK12 are the world's first IEMs with 12mm drivers and diaphragms made from 91% pure magnesium just 0.03mm thick. By using magnesium, HIDIZS has managed to reduce the weight of the diaphragm by up to 40% of the weight of regular materials. The result is drivers with lower mass which are easier to move, producing a more dynamics and energy for a sound that has plenty of volume. The MK12 IEMs from HIDIZS are suited to pairing with a good quality digital audio player for playing ... More WAV files or a streaming a hi-res music service like Tidal or Qobuz. The MK12 are primarily designed for use with high-quality digital audio players or an external DAC/amplifier that's streaming hi-res music from either WAV files or a service like Tidal or Qobuz. Theses IEMs have a specification with a noticeable sonic uplift compared to many regular wireless earbuds or wired headphones on the market. According to HIDIZS, the reason why the MK12s produce such clear sound is partly due to the way the design and ear tips prevent a lot of unwanted external sounds from reaching the ear. And thanks to such a high level of passive noise isolation—along with some advanced acoustic engineering used in the driver housings—the MK12 can punch above their weight. The driver housings are CNC-machined and made of aluminum with a high strength-to-weight ratio that provides durability and resistance to the creation of unwanted resonances and interference. These IEMs from HIDIZS have two-pin connectors with a 0.78mm pitch. Users can choose between 3.5mm ... More and 4.4mm terminations. The natural acoustic damping properties of the MK12's housings serves to reduce overall distortion and, says HIDIZS, the IEMs provide a cleaner and more stable sound than might otherwise be possible with a more traditional design. The curved lines of the housings are inspired by the shape of a jellyfish and it's the shape that designers claim promotes a more balanced airflow to produce a more detailed sound. The MK12's unique 12mm dynamic drivers and their 91% pure magnesium diaphragm with an M-shaped dome, provide a tuning capable of a deep bass and quick dynamic response. The rigidity of the magnesium diaphragm produces a crisper and more detailed treble without losing the fulsome bass that creates an immersive soundstage. Thanks to an extended frequency range, high sensitivity drivers and good temperature tolerance, these IEMs have a sound signature that's closer to the type of sound produced by expensive electrostatic and planar-magnetic models. The shaped of the CNC-milled housings of the MK12 was influenced by a jelly fish. HIDIZS says the ... More shape influences the airflow in the acoustic chamber, producing a unique sound signature. To ensure the MK12 can work with a wide range of music, there is the option to customize the sound using a combination of nine different tuning styles by using a choice of three different pneumatic tuning filters and nine separate ear tip styles. The filters and tips are tailored for vocals, balance and bass. When used together, they can considerably alter the sound the MK12 produce. By swapping things around, users can experiment with adjusting high, balanced and low frequencies, whichever suits their listening preferences. The cable that ships with the MK12 is made from pairs of twisted and silver-plated, oxygen-free copper wires with a high level of purity. This means low resistance and high conductivity and it's this combination that minimizes signal loss and boosts resolution in the mid-to-high frequencies, making the MK12s able to project clear and open vocals. The MK12 ship with a full set of ear tips with different designs and styles to get the best passive ... More noise isolation. The cable has two-pin connectors with a 0.78mm pitch for connecting to the earpieces. The cable is available with 3.5mm single-ended or 4.4mm balanced terminations. Thanks to the relatively low 32Ω impedance and 111dB sensitivity, the MK12 can pair well with smartphones, DACs/amps and digital audio players. These IEMs also offer quite high volume levels as well as a fast and dynamic response from the magnesium diaphragms for clean mids as well as punchy bass from all that dynamic energy. The HIDIZS MK12 IEMs are launching now on Kickstarter with prices starting at $129 for early birds and a with regular MRSP of $299. As with all crowdfunded projects, it's advisable to exercise due diligence as consumer protection may vary by country.
Associated Press
22-06-2025
- Business
- Associated Press
ZiiGaat Launches Luna: 6-BA Driver Studio IEM for True Audio Professionals
Featuring Sonion and Knowles Drivers, Luna Delivers Studio Precision and Tonal Neutrality. NEW YORK CITY, NY / ACCESS Newswire / June 22, 2025 / As a handcrafted IEM, Luna is designed for studio engineers and stage performers seeking uncompromising accuracy and tonal neutrality. Each Luna unit features six balanced armature drivers per side, including dual Sonion 39AY008 subwoofers for deep, controlled bass, Knowles 32873 drivers for natural midrange response, and Knowles 33518 tweeters for clean, extended treble. Carefully matched and positioned, these drivers deliver a phase-accurate signal path that ensures precise layering and imaging. ZiiGaat Studio Tuning: Balanced, Neutral, Precise Luna's tuning delivers a studio-grade frequency response. An 8dB sub-bass shelf tapers off smoothly at 250Hz, ensuring punchy yet controlled lows without muddying the midrange. The midrange from 250Hz to 1kHz is ruler-flat, preserving vocal clarity and instrument realism. Treble is crisp and detailed, revealing microdynamics without harshness. This balance allows Luna to serve as a trustworthy tool for mix referencing and long sessions without fatigue. Handcrafted Build with Boutique Quality Every Luna is handcrafted from start to finish. The shell is made from imported, medical-grade resin via 3D printing, providing lightweight durability for extended use. Each unit is hand-assembled and individually tested for channel-matching and acoustic consistency. The artisan faceplates are hand-poured and polished, giving Luna a boutique aesthetic that matches its elite sonic performance. Detachable Cable for Custom Fit and Longevity Luna comes standard with a high-purity, silver-plated oxygen-free copper cable and a 0.78mm 2-pin connector. This ensures clean signal transmission and long-term durability while allowing users to upgrade or customize the cable to their needs-whether for improved ergonomics, balanced output, or stage-friendly setups. Technical Specifications Drivers: 6 Balanced Armatures (Sonion 39AY008 x2, Knowles 32873 x2, Knowles 33518 x2) Frequency Response: 20Hz-32kHz Impedance: 26Ω Sensitivity: 103dB Total Harmonic Distortion (THD): 0.57% Connector: 0.78mm 2-pin, silver-plated copper cable About ZiiGaat Driven by a passion for sonic excellence, ZiiGaat delivers high-performance in-ear monitors through precision engineering and thoughtful design. By combining advanced driver technology, meticulous tuning, and handcrafted quality, ZiiGaat provides dependable tools trusted by audio professionals in the studio and on stage. ZiiGaat Website Linsoul Website Contact Information Rosie Marketing Assistant [email protected] Contact Information Lili HAN Marketing Assistant [email protected] SOURCE: LINSOUL INC press release
The Star
22-06-2025
- Automotive
- The Star
APU grad gets IEM nod of excellence
Congratulations: Chong (right) receiving the award from IEM president Prof Dr Jeffrey Chiang Choong Luin. Chong Chee Kin, a Bachelor of Mechatronic Engineering (Honours) graduate of the Asia Pacific University of Technology & Innovation (APU), is a recent recipient of the coveted Institution of Engineers Malaysia (IEM) Gold Medal Award. This prestigious accolade was presented during the IEM 66th Annual Dinner & Awards Night at Sunway Resort Hotel on April 19. The award is one of the highest honours granted to engineering students in Malaysia and recognises not only academic excellence but also outstanding contributions to the engineering discipline. Chong's accomplishments reflect a combination of technical skills, innovative thinking and academic discipline, a press release from APU read. Graduating with First Class Honours in November last year, Chong's academic journey at APU had been marked by consistency, excellence, and an unrelenting drive for innovation. Throughout his studies, he displayed not only deep technical competence but also a strong capacity for creative problem-solving. Under the guidance and mentorship of Assistant Prof Dr Lau Chee Yong and Assistant Prof Dr Alexander Chee Hon, Chong developed a robust portfolio that showcases his multifaceted talents and relentless commitment to engineering excellence. At the Malaysia Technology Expo 2024, he clinched both the Prestigious Outstanding Award and a Gold Award, signalling his rising prominence in the field. His innovative contributions also earned him the Asia Pacific ICT Alliance (APICTA) Malaysia Merit Award, providing him the opportunity to represent Malaysia at the APICTA Finals in Brunei – an international platform that celebrates excellence in ICT innovation. Chong was awarded the Gold Medal, Best Invention Design Award and Bucharest Special Award at the Invention Innovation Competition Canada (iCAN) 2024. He also received the highly competitive James Dyson Award 2024, further affirming the global impact of his inventive capabilities. Chong, said the varsity's School of Engineering head Assoc Prof Dr Siva Kumar Sivanesan, exemplifies the innovative spirit and technical excellence APU strives to nurture. 'We are immensely proud of his accomplishments and confident that he will continue to make significant contributions to the engineering profession,' he said, adding that Chong's journey demonstrates that with dedication, curiosity and the right mentorship, students can scale remarkable heights – both locally and internationally.
