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June 1, 2024

Reflections from MegaRust 2024: Insights into Corrosion Control

By Neil Thompson Corrosion, that sneaky saboteur of naval vessels, infrastructure, and equipment, casts a shadow over their structural integrity and operational readiness. The unforgiving marine environment, with its relentless assault of saltwater exposure and atmospheric conditions, acts as a catalyst for corrosion, necessitating costly maintenance, repair, and replacement endeavors. Tackling these corrosion woes is …

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May 21, 2024May 21, 2024

A Quality Time at a Quality Conference: Insights from WCQI

By Neil Thompson I have a love/hate relationship with Quality. When I worked as an engineer in the medical device industry, Quality might as well have been named the “No” department. I can’t recall the number of times I had to redo filling out a form because it had been revised to a new version. …

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December 13, 2023December 13, 2023

Exploring Cutting-Edge Equine Science: Highlights from the AAEP Annual Conference 2023

By Neil Thompson In December 2023, I had the privilege of attending the American Association of Equine Practitioners (AAEP) annual conference in San Diego, a gathering that brought together horse doctors from around the world to delve into the latest advancements in equine technology, practice, and innovation. There was an exhibit hall with companies hocking …

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