Scientists use bubbles to build stronger, lighter cars for the future
Scientists in Japan have discovered a clever way to make lightweight metals stronger and more resistant to rust—by using bubbles.
This breakthrough could help build...
Brake lights at the front of cars could help prevent crashes, study finds
A new study suggests that putting brake lights on the front of cars could help prevent road accidents and make driving safer for everyone.
While...
3D-printed metal molds could revolutionize U.S. auto manufacturing
A new breakthrough in 3D printing at Oak Ridge National Laboratory (ORNL) could speed up the way car parts are made in the U.S.
Researchers...
Flying on baking soda? New fuel cell could power electric planes without emissions
Electric planes, trains, and ships may soon become a reality thanks to a new type of energy system developed by researchers at MIT and...
The 45-hour myth: Why teens need even more driving practice
A new study from the Virginia Tech Transportation Institute has found that teen drivers who spend more time practicing behind the wheel are significantly...
New hydrogen system could power 100-passenger aircraft
In a major step toward zero-emission aviation, researchers at the FAMU-FSU College of Engineering have developed a new way to store and deliver liquid...
Why do electric aircraft engines sound so annoying—and how to fix it
As the world shifts towards greener air travel, electric and hybrid aircraft are becoming a key part of the future.
But there's one big issue:...
Some bus stop shelters may actually make you hotter, study finds
Waiting at a bus stop on a hot summer day can be uncomfortable, even dangerous.
While shelters are meant to protect riders from the heat,...
Scientists link E-scooter injuries to substance use in alarming new study
Riding electric scooters has become a popular way to get around cities, but a new study shows that the fun comes with serious risks—especially...
New aircraft door design cuts manufacturing time from 110 hours to just 4
A new approach to making passenger aircraft doors is dramatically speeding up production—reducing the time needed from over 100 hours to just 4.
This leap...