Structural engineers at UC San Diego were waiting to see how a tall building, made from recycled steel, would react in a 6.9 magnitude earthquake. The earthquake shake table was ready to go as the ...

If you’re familiar with Cold Steel, it’s likely either because you’ve become acquainted with the brand’s portfolio of tactical folding knives or you’ve seen their wildly entertaining product demos.

Cold Steel’s Recon 1 has been a staple of the everyday carry knife and tactical industries for decades, literally. Over its lifespan, it has seen numerous iterations — varying in materials, blade ...

The ISO 15630-3, ASTM A416 and ASTM A1061 test standards offer guidelines for testing steel strands. Manufacturers of steel strands are required, through product standards, to test their products ...