The world’s coastlines harbor a largely untapped energy source: the salinity difference between seawater and freshwater. A new nanodevice can harness this difference to generate…
The Korea Electrotechnology Research Institute (KERI) has developed a pioneering ‘eco-friendly insulating gas’ to replace sulfur hexafluoride (SF6), a significant contributor to global warming in…
Our planet is home to numerous species whose sensory abilities surpass those of humans. Turtles possess the capacity to detect the magnetic field of the…
Designing a heat engine capable of producing maximum power while maintaining maximum efficiency has long been a significant challenge in physics and engineering. Practical heat…
Maryland engineering researchers have developed a way to prevent damage that plagues next-gen lithium batteries. University of Maryland researchers focusing on the failure mechanisms of…
Scientists have uncovered a method to make ceramics tougher and more resistant to cracking. By building these materials with a mix of metal atoms that…
With a new, user-friendly interface, researchers can quickly design many cellular metamaterial structures that have unique mechanical properties. Engineers are constantly searching for materials with…
Constructed from cement, carbon black, and water, the device holds the potential to offer affordable and scalable energy storage for renewable energy sources. Two of…
The universe naturally gravitates towards disorder, and only through the input of energy can we combat this inevitable chaos. This idea is encapsulated in the…
Typically, it takes around 10 hours to charge an electric vehicle. Even with fast-charging techniques, you’re still looking at a minimum of 30 minutes –…
Engineers from Rice and Maryland have overcome the challenge of ‘light scattering’ with full-motion video. Engineers at Rice University and the University of Maryland have…
High-temperature flames are essential for producing numerous materials. However, controlling a fire and its interaction with the intended material can be challenging. Scientists have now…
Startups are frequently advised to bring on board top-tier scientists and engineers to bolster their chances of successfully pioneering advanced technologies. Yet, one wonders, why…
Globally, glass manufacturing emits at least 86 million tons of carbon dioxide annually. However, a new type of glass called LionGlass, developed by Penn State…
In this first-of-its-kind battery, a benzoquinone-based negative electrode is used alongside a solid Nafion polymer electrolyte. Metals traditionally serve as the active materials for the…
The pioneering innovation, currently pending patent approval, has the ability to discern texture and depth, and comprehend the physical characteristics of individuals and surroundings. Scientists…
A helmet equipped with liquid shock absorbers could potentially diminish the risk of traumatic brain injuries in contact sports. In the United States, sports activities…
Engineers could gain better control over the behavior of vortices in power generation and other applications with a mathematical model linking these vortices with more…