Engineering

Scientists develop new aquifer storage technique for reliable water supply amid climate change

As climate change continues to cause extreme floods and droughts around the world, finding reliable ways to store and supply water has become more...

Innovative cooling coating could revolutionize energy savings in buildings

Researchers at Hong Kong Polytechnic University (PolyU) have developed a groundbreaking, environmentally friendly cooling coating that could dramatically reduce energy use in buildings. This new...

A new twist on light could supercharge silicon and revolutionize solar energy

Scientists from the University of California, Irvine, have discovered a groundbreaking way to dramatically enhance the optical properties of materials, including silicon, a crucial...

Scientists develop new P-type semiconductors for next-generation displays and devices

A team of Korean researchers has developed innovative p-type semiconductor materials and thin-film transistors that could revolutionize the semiconductor and display industries. This breakthrough, led...

Scientists develop transparent solar cells to power devices through glass

Imagine charging your smartphone directly from its screen or powering buildings and cars through their windows. This is now possible thanks to new transparent solar...

Scientists unlock new technique to boost performance of alternative batteries

As the world’s demand for energy storage grows, the supply of lithium—a key component in most batteries—is becoming limited and more expensive. This has led...

Scientists develop flexible sensors that mimic human skin for future technology

Imagine wearing a smart sensor on your skin that can detect the slightest touch, pressure, or temperature. This futuristic technology, which could be used in...

New fingertip device brings realistic touch to virtual interactions and medical tools

A new fingertip device developed by researchers at University College London (UCL) mimics the sensation of real touch, opening up exciting possibilities for medical...

Scientists develop new materials to keep electronics cool and boost performance

As we rely more on smartphones, electric cars, and other high-tech devices, one major challenge is keeping them from overheating. When electronics get too hot,...

Scientists save 47 years old of Voyager 1 from disaster with daring thruster fix

NASA engineers have successfully solved a tricky issue with Voyager 1's thrusters, which are crucial to keeping the spacecraft pointed at Earth. After 47 years...