Engineering

Scientists develop battery-free technology to power devices using ambient radio waves

A team of scientists from the National University of Singapore (NUS) has developed an innovative energy-harvesting module that can convert ambient radiofrequency (RF) signals,...

Scientists develop 3D-printed solar steam generators for efficient water desalination

To tackle the global challenge of freshwater scarcity, researchers in Singapore have developed a new type of solar steam generator (SSG) that uses the...

Scientists enhance thermal imaging for better medical, police, and military use

A new technique developed by University of Houston professor Jiming Bao promises to improve thermal imaging and infrared thermography. These techniques, which help visualize temperature...

Engineers create smart valve to boost soft robots’ toughness

Engineers at the University of Sheffield have developed a new type of valve that enhances the resilience of soft robots, making them more durable...

Scientists develop device to harvest water from thin air

Imagine getting clean drinking water straight from the air, even in the driest places on Earth. This dream is becoming a reality thanks to a...

Sodium-ion batteries are set to spark a renewable energy revolution

The extent to which renewables should dominate Australia's energy grids is a major issue in science and politics. Solar and wind are clearly now the...

New 3D printing method creates light-responsive hydrogels

Imagine structures that can change shape with the flip of a light switch. An international team of researchers has found a way to 3D print...

Scientists develop safe and long-lasting lithium metal battery for high temperatures

In recent years, batteries have become essential in our daily lives, powering everything from smartphones to electric cars. However, most batteries today have some problems. They...

Scientists develop building blocks for 3D-printed organs

Imagine a future where human organs can be printed on demand. A research team at the University of Virginia School of Engineering and Applied Science...

New eco-friendly dry electrodes enhance lithium-ion battery performance

Researchers at UNIST have made a significant breakthrough in lithium-ion battery (LIB) technology by developing an eco-friendly dry electrode manufacturing process. This new method does...