Engineering

Solar power breakthrough: New technique boosts sun-to-energy conversion!

Solar power is fantastic – it's a way to turn sunlight into electricity. But like every technology, it has room for improvement. Researchers in China have...

How scientists use cold magic to control magnet waves

Have you ever wondered what powers your gadgets, like phones and computers? Inside, there are tiny parts that move electric currents to make things work. But...

From pencil lead to golden discoveries: MIT’s magic material

Ever used a pencil? Well, the lead in that pencil might be more exciting than you think! Scientists at MIT have taken that ordinary pencil...

Scientists make big leap in next-gen solar technology

Solar energy is one of the most promising ways to power our homes and businesses. But, making efficient solar cells has always been a challenge. However,...

UV light boosts diaper recycling speed by 200 times, shows study

Diapers are a must-have for babies, but have you ever thought about what happens to them after they're thrown away? In Germany alone, over 100,000...

Scientists find fast-track to make super materials

Have you ever thought about how we get the materials to make things like airplane parts or medical implants? Scientists spend a lot of time...

Tailor-made electronic skins: A leap forward in tech surfaces

Imagine the world of electronics like a puzzle. Every piece has its own unique shape and function. One of the critical pieces in this vast...

Wrist-tapper wearable: A new way to navigate!

Imagine a piece of clothing that can gently tap you on the wrist and tell you where to go! Sounds futuristic, right? Well, that's...

Scientists create revolutionary antenna for radio waves

Imagine you're trying to listen to your favorite radio station, but you're having a hard time getting a good signal because your antenna isn't...

Surprise! Vitamin C could help recycle electric car batteries in green way

Researchers from the University of Birmingham have developed an exciting new way to recycle electric car batteries. Instead of using lots of energy and harmful...