What should light sails be made out of
The Breakthrough Starshot program aims to cross the immense distances to the nearest star in just decades.
Using a high-powered laser to propel a reflective...
LG Display creates world’s first stretchable screen that expands by 50%
LG Display has unveiled the world’s first stretchable screen, capable of expanding by up to 50%.
The display marks a major step forward in screen...
AI headphones create ‘sound bubble’ for clearer conversations
Imagine sitting in a noisy office or a bustling restaurant, wearing headphones that let you clearly hear the people nearby while tuning out background...
Scientists turn flat radio images into 3D views of the universe
Researchers at the University of Minnesota have created a groundbreaking technique that transforms 2D radio images into 3D models, offering a deeper understanding of...
Scientists turn old carpets into crack-resistant concrete for a greener future
Australian engineers have discovered a new way to make concrete stronger and more resistant to cracking by using old carpet fibers, bringing a fresh...
Reaction Engines goes into bankruptcy, taking the hypersonic SABRE engine with it
Rarely does something get developed which is a real game changer in space exploration. One example is the Skylon reusable single-stage-to-orbit spaceplane.
Powered by the...
Super-strong magnetic muscles: New tech lifts 1,000 times its weight!
A team of researchers at UNIST, led by Professor Hoon Eui Jeong, has developed a groundbreaking artificial muscle material that can handle forces up...
New carbon capture technology could make CO2 capture easier and cheaper
Carbon capture technology aims to reduce the amount of carbon dioxide (CO2) released into the atmosphere from industrial plants.
These plants release "flue gases," which...
New battery tech could power your home with wind and solar, even on cloudy...
Scientists at Oak Ridge National Laboratory (ORNL) are working to create a better battery for storing renewable energy, like wind and solar power.
Since these...
Tiny electronic nose rivals animal scent detection
Imagine a robot that can detect scents in the air and track down their sources as efficiently as a dog or a mouse.
If realized,...