Engineering

Scientists achieve ultra-short, high-energy laser pulses

Researchers at RIKEN have achieved a major breakthrough in laser technology, creating incredibly short pulses of laser light with astonishing power. These short bursts of...

What’s the most effective way to explore our nearest stars

It was 1903 that the Wright brothers made the first successful self-propelled flight. Launching themselves to history, they set the foundations for transatlantic flights, supersonic...

How to simplify electric vehicle charging payments to boost convenience

Electric vehicle (EV) drivers often face challenges when paying for charging, which can make using EVs less convenient and reliable. Recognizing this barrier, a new...

New study paves the way for quieter, fuel-efficient planes

Researchers at the University of Bristol have made a significant breakthrough in aircraft design, potentially leading to quieter, more fuel-efficient planes. Their findings, published in...

How disordered materials could boost supercapacitor performance

Supercapacitors, devices that charge extremely quickly compared to traditional batteries, could see a significant performance boost thanks to new research from the University of...

NASA confirms that a piece of its battery pack smashed into a Florida home

NASA is in the business of launching things into orbit. But what goes up must come down, and if whatever is coming down doesn’t burn...

Electric vehicles are gaining ground in resale value, shows study

If you're considering an electric vehicle (EV) but worried about its resale value, recent findings bring good news. Although older models of electric vehicles depreciated...

How retro-reflectors can beat urban heat with smart surfaces

In an innovative study from Princeton University, engineers have demonstrated that outfitting urban structures like building walls and roadways with special materials called retro-reflectors...

Scientists invent nanostitching technique to reinforce composite materials for aircraft and spacecraft

Researchers at MIT have developed a groundbreaking method that could significantly enhance the strength and durability of materials used in airplanes and spacecraft. This new...

Researchers develop high-performance resonator for wireless communication

In the realm of wireless communication, a team of researchers from the University of Science and Technology of China has made a significant breakthrough. Led...