U.S. regulators have opened an investigation to assess the outcomes of Tesla’s 2023 recall.
The Dali, right, sits amid the wreckage and collapse of the Francis Scott Key Bridge in Baltimore, Md., on April 1.
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Human error may have contributed to the tragic accident in Baltimore harbour on March 26. Designing systems that reduce the potential for human error may help prevent future incidents.
Making mistakes with spreadsheets can not only cause us personal frustration but can also lead to some very serious consequences.
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Two residents in a Brisbane aged-care home were given a higher dose of the Pfizer vaccine than recommended. Here’s what might have happened – and how we can reduce the risk it will happen again.
Scientists can make mistakes, but it’s important to keep an open mind and curious approach when conducting research.
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Mistakes can be made during scientific research with devastating effects. Keeping an open mind to the possibility of error and correcting immediately can make the difference between life and death.
New technology can be distracting for drivers. Engineers need to think more about the human experience when designing workplace and transportation technology.
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The legalization of cannabis has started a discussion about on-the-job impairment. But drugs are not the only problem. Engineers should design workplaces that minimize the potential for human error.