A little-known branch of engineering mathematics is moving beyond theory and finding potential uses in everything from robots and aircraft to extremely small nanotechnology...

A temperature difference of just 50°C can determine whether an ultrathin magnetic film stays smooth or begins breaking apart, according to new research that...

Engineers have developed a new way to protect tall buildings from strong winds and earthquakes by allowing some floors to move rather than trying...

Scientists have developed a new manufacturing technique that could help make high-efficiency solar panels more powerful without making them much harder or more expensive...

Researchers have developed a low-power artificial intelligence system that can identify drones while using dramatically less electricity than conventional computer-based systems. The technology could make...

Carbon dioxide is best known as a greenhouse gas that contributes to climate change, but scientists are increasingly exploring ways to turn it into...

Anyone who has used a laptop that becomes too hot to touch knows that heat is one of the biggest challenges in modern electronics. The...

Most people say they care about privacy, but their everyday behavior does not always match their concerns. Now, researchers have developed a simple four-question...

Scientists have found a way to improve the performance of 3D-printed aluminum bronze, a metal that could be useful for cooling powerful electronic components...

Imagine wearing a health monitor or virtual reality glove that could repair itself after being scratched or bent instead of ending up in the...

Scientists have discovered a new way to make tiny semiconductor crystals, known as quantum dots, use sunlight more efficiently to power chemical reactions. The breakthrough...

Imagine a chemical bottle that turns green when its lid is tightly closed and bright red when it is loose, warning you before a...

In a new study, researchers have made a breakthrough to a crucial element of an atomic clock. The research was conducted by researchers in the...

The demand for lithium is skyrocketing because it’s a key ingredient in batteries for mobile devices, electric cars, and clean energy storage. But mining lithium...

Scientists from around the world have made a significant discovery that could lead to the development of safer and more powerful lithium batteries. This new...

Fish fins and insect wings are amazing pieces of natural engineering that help their owners move efficiently through water or air. Engineers have long looked...

Need a robot with a soft touch? A team of Michigan State University engineers has designed and developed a novel humanoid hand that may be...