Engineering

Bladeless wind turbines could be the future of quiet, compact green energy

Bladeless wind turbines may soon offer a quieter and more compact way to generate clean energy, thanks to new research from engineers at the...

Choir voices help engineers make quieter planes

At Texas A&M University, an unusual experiment is using the power of song to improve airplane design. Instead of a traditional lab setup, researchers invited...

Scientists develop ultra-bright LEDs that could last over 20 years

A new scientific breakthrough could pave the way for brighter, more durable, and energy-efficient LED screens and lighting. Scientists from the University of Science and...

Scientists create circuits that bend, soften, and heal with you

Imagine a single electronic device that can be both strong like plastic and soft like rubber, depending on how and where it's used. Thanks to...

New smart contact lenses shield eyes from harmful radiation

As wearable technology continues to advance, concerns are growing about the potential health risks that come with it—especially the constant exposure to electromagnetic radiation...

Tiny robot duo could revolutionize safety checks in planes, buildings, and beyond

One robot crawls like an insect. The other inflates and slithers like a snake. On their own, these tiny machines might not seem like...

Tiny new devices could revolutionize light technology

atoms thick. These ultrathin structures, called resonators, can manipulate light in powerful ways—despite being invisible to the naked eye. This breakthrough could lead to major advances...

NASA tech gives treadmill users a ‘boost’

Creators of the original antigravity treadmill continue to advance technology with a new company. The antigravity treadmill, which has benefits in space and on Earth, was...

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...

Scientists develop cooling material that makes solar panels last 200% longer

Scientists have created a new material that helps solar panels stay cool and work better—even under harsh sunlight. This breakthrough could make solar energy cheaper...