Scientists grow ultrathin semiconductors on electronics to avoid manufacturing step
A team of materials scientists at Rice University has found a new way to make the next generation of electronic devices faster and easier...
Korea breaks new ground in stealth radar technology
South Korea has taken a big step forward in defense technology by successfully developing key radar components for stealth systems entirely on its own.
The...
Scientists twist light using nanomaterials for faster Internet
Imagine watching a whirlpool in a river or a tornado in the sky.
These spirals don’t just spin in place—they move forward while keeping their...
Wireless curveballs could teach radio waves to dodge obstacles
Princeton engineers develop a machine-learning system that bends ultrahigh-frequency signals around barriers, paving the way for faster and more reliable wireless networks.
Imagine walking behind...
NASA’s new printable metal can survive extreme space temperatures
Building rocket engines that can withstand the brutal heat of spaceflight has always been a major challenge.
Traditional 3D printing has made it easier to...
Fuel-free solar sails could power the next generation of spacecraft
Space exploration usually brings to mind rockets burning through vast amounts of fuel to escape Earth and journey through the solar system.
But what if...
Scientists tap sunlight to lift new flyers into near space
High above our heads, between 50 and 100 kilometers (30–60 miles) above the Earth’s surface, lies the mesosphere—a part of the atmosphere that remains...
How a slime-like material could transform battery recycling
From smartphones to electric cars, lithium-ion batteries power much of our modern world.
But while they are essential for clean energy and portable power, they...
Quantum tech could help pilots navigate safely without GPS
For more than 20 years, GPS has quietly powered much of our modern world—from guiding airplanes and ships to timing financial trades and running...
Scientists discover a cool way to supercharge solar panels
In hot climates, solar panels often suffer from a major problem—overheating.
While they rely on sunlight to generate electricity, too much heat can actually reduce...