Transparent aluminum: New discovery makes sci-fi material easier to produce
Transparent aluminum sounds like something out of science fiction, but it’s a real material called transparent aluminum oxide (TAlOx).
Known for being extremely hard and...
Ultrasonic deep drawing could reduce friction and extends tool life
Many everyday items, from home appliances to building materials and hydraulic lines, contain small cylindrical metal parts made using deep drawing.
This manufacturing process involves...
This hologram tech could supercharge 3D printing efficiency
Scientists have discovered a way to make 3D printing faster and more precise using holograms.
Traditional 3D printers build objects layer by layer, but a...
MIT engineers develop 3D-printed engine to power tiny satellites
Engineers at MIT have created a fully 3D-printed engine that could change the way small satellites move in space.
This new electrospray engine is cheaper...
Scientists create battery-free sensor that generates light and power from movement
Scientists at DGIST (Daegu Gyeongbuk Institute of Science and Technology) have developed an incredible self-powered sensor that can generate both electricity and light—just by...
Electric wind blaster: New firefighting tool can put out flames without water!
Firefighters may soon have a powerful new tool to fight fires more safely and efficiently.
Researchers at The Ohio State University have developed a portable...
New aluminum wiring could make electric cars lighter and drive farther
Electric vehicles (EVs) are becoming more common, especially in countries like Norway.
However, these cars contain a lot of heavy electrical wiring, which affects their...
Shark-inspired design could make airplanes faster and more fuel-efficient
Scientists are looking to sharks for inspiration to make airplanes fly faster and use less fuel.
A researcher from the University of Mississippi believes that...
Goodbye, old fridges! A new cooling technology could save energy and help the planet
For decades, refrigerators have used the same basic cooling technology, but scientists are working on a new method that could be more energy-efficient and...
Nature-inspired printing technology could transform flexible electronics
A new printing technology, inspired by the strength and resilience of tree roots, is set to revolutionize flexible electronics.
This breakthrough, developed by researchers at...