Scientists use ultrasound to improve bridge safety monitoring
Reinforced concrete structures, like bridges and high-rise buildings, must handle heavy loads, vibrations, and other stresses over time.
Regular inspections are essential to check the...
Scientists develop ultra-fast charging battery for electric vehicles
Charging an electric vehicle (EV) may soon take only 15 minutes, thanks to a breakthrough from researchers at the University of Waterloo.
Their new battery...
Scientists create durable coating to boost perovskite solar cell lifespan
Northwestern University researchers have made a breakthrough in solar energy technology by creating a special protective coating that dramatically increases the lifespan of perovskite...
Scientists create robotic system to spot cracks in steel bridges
Steel bridges are critical for transportation, especially long-span designs that rely on orthotropic steel bridge decks (OSDs).
These decks are lightweight and efficient at carrying...
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.
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