by ABD Engineering and Design | Audiovisual
As the VGA connector continues its rapid transition towards obsolescence (referred to in Part I of this post) many people simply assume that using adapters (such as HDMI to VGA) will solve the digital-to-analog connectivity problem. While this may work in the short...
by ABD Engineering and Design | Audiovisual
You can't get away from the digital age. It seems like digital technology is everywhere. As Audio-Video designers, the march towards all things digital is having an impact on display technologies as well. Meanwhile, flying under the radar, there is a subtle shift...
by ABD Engineering and Design | Noise and Vibration
Fundamentally, sound is "that which we hear". What we hear at any given time can greatly influence us. We use sound to communicate, to express warning, fear, pleasure and excitement. Some sounds can relax us and help us fall asleep, while other sounds can distract us...
by ABD Engineering and Design | Noise and Vibration
On a recent trip to India, I discovered a cute clothing sizing term called "free size" which is equivalent to "one size fits all". Free size clothing must be a manufacturer's delight since production and distribution are greatly simplified. Adjustments to the size of...
by ABD Engineering and Design | Acoustics
It's official! The all new LEED Version 3 has been launched by the U.S. Green Building Council. The new system makes several big changes that affect everyone from architects and engineers to builders and building owners. This information is especially important if you...