Scientists 3D print supercharged heat exchanger that outperforms traditional designs
Heat exchangers are everywhere—in air conditioners, refrigerators, cars, airplanes, data centers, and even in your phone.
These devices move heat from one place to another...
Scientists develop super-efficient material that turns heat into power
Turning heat into electricity might sound like science fiction, but thermoelectric materials can do exactly that.
These special materials convert waste heat into usable electrical...
New solar-powered insoles could spot health issues early
A new type of smart insole might soon help people improve their posture, avoid injuries, and even detect early signs of health conditions like...
Scientists set new solar power record with eco-friendly tin-based panels
A team of scientists at the University of Queensland (UQ) has achieved a major milestone in solar energy by setting a world record for...
Scientists discover a self-healing layer that could make batteries last longer
Engineers in Texas have made a surprising discovery that could lead to longer-lasting and more reliable batteries—something that could benefit everything from smartphones to...
Corn could make lithium-sulfur batteries more powerful and longer-lasting
A team of researchers at Washington State University has discovered a new way to make lithium-sulfur batteries more powerful and longer-lasting—using corn protein.
This breakthrough...
New fluoride ingredient makes solar panels greener and more efficient
A team of scientists from Queensland University of Technology (QUT) has found a cleaner and more effective way to make solar panels using water...
Physics shows the perfect roof shape for energy efficiency
When Adrian Bejan, a mechanical engineering professor from Duke University, visited the town of Benevento in southern Italy, something caught his eye—the roofs of...
Scientists find a greener way to make iron
Scientists at the University of Oregon are working on a greener way to make iron metal—a big step toward cleaning up the steel industry,...
New hybrid material could make lithium-ion batteries charge faster, last longer
A team of scientists from South Korea has developed a new material that could make lithium-ion batteries charge faster, last longer, and store more...