Spider-inspired nanofibers could make carbon fiber stronger, tougher, and cheaper
Scientists at the U.S. Department of Energy’s Oak Ridge National Laboratory (ORNL) have developed a new way to make carbon fiber materials even stronger...
Scientists unlock spin control at light speed using magnetic fields
In a breakthrough that could push the speed limits of future data storage and processing technologies, scientists have discovered that strong magnetic fields can...
How did one man survive a plane crash that killed 241
The lone survivor of an Air India plane crash had several variables working in his favor, a Northeastern University EMS expert says.
But the most...
How pterosaurs can inspire aircraft design
Pterosaurs were an amazing group of flying reptiles that occupied the skies around the same time that dinosaurs roamed on land.
Appearing in the fossil...
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...