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Your fridge still uses tech from the 50s, but scientists have an update
Researchers report on Jan. 30 in the journal Joule that a more efficient and environmentally friendly form of refrigeration might be on the horizon. The new technology is based on thermogalvanic cells that produce a cooling ...
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Engineers develop batlike wings that boost hovering efficiency and flight performance
In 1934, French entomologist Antoine Magnan wrote that bumblebees "should not be able to fly," as their small wings should theoretically not be able to produce enough lift. It took modern high-speed camera technology to uncover ...
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Inspired by water bugs, researchers create tiny swimming robots for medical, environmental uses
Inspired by the movement of insects gliding on the surface of water, University of Waterloo researchers have designed tiny robots controlled by light, offering promising possibilities for environmental remediation and biomedical ...
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Shielding flexible solar modules from harsh environmental conditions: The critical role of barrier films
Perovskite solar cells (PSCs) present a revolutionary leap in renewable energy technology with their high efficiency, lightweight, and flexible nature. But their commercial applications are often hindered by their sensitivity ...
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Shark-inspired design could make air travel faster and more efficient
The same flow dynamics that allow sharks to swim easily through Earth's oceans could also allow humans to fly faster through the air, according to a University of Mississippi professor. His research aims to prove it.
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Energy-efficient cooling thanks to ionic wind
Thanks to a new type of airflow booster for ionic wind, completely new fields of application are opening up for the start-up Ionic Wind Technologies. In the future, the patented technology will be used primarily for cooling ...
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Optical fiber sensor provides simple, sensitive detection of arsenic in drinking water
Researchers have developed a new optical sensor that provides a simple way to achieve real-time detection of extremely low levels of arsenic in water. The technology could enable household testing for arsenic, empowering ...
Jan 29, 2025
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Soft robots mimic mantis shrimp's punch and flea's leap for added power
A research team has taken inspiration from principles found in nature and developed the "hyperelastic torque reversal mechanism" (HeTRM), which enables robots made from rubber-like soft materials to perform rapid and powerful ...
Jan 29, 2025
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Machine learning-based method enhances accuracy of measuring dip angles and directions in rock facets
Machine learning (ML) algorithms are constantly finding new applications in all scientific fields, and geological engineering is no exception. Over the last decade, researchers have developed various ML-based techniques to ...
Jan 29, 2025
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Neural network cuts cost of engineering simulations
Engineering simulations often require significant computational resources and time, which creates barriers for users and can slow down project timelines. By using machine learning methods, researchers have discovered how ...
Jan 28, 2025
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Unique hole type and placement makes a wearable battery more bendable and breathable
A team of engineers and materials scientists from the U.S. has found that holes of a certain size and shape placed in certain locations can turn a slightly flexible and stretchy battery pouch into one that can be stretched ...
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Advanced method reveals how natural materials behave across multiple length scales
A research group from Chalmers and the MAX IV Laboratory has developed a new method that provides insights into how natural materials, such as wood-based systems, behave across multiple length scales. By combining several ...
Jan 28, 2025
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Scientists develop ultra-thin absorbers with record-breaking bandwidth
Absorbing layers have been fundamental to advancements in technologies like energy harvesting, stealth systems, and communication networks. These absorbers efficiently capture electromagnetic waves across broad frequency ...
Jan 27, 2025
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Laser surface texturing can boost lightweight vehicle design and lower emissions
A team of researchers from Seoul National University of Science and Technology has uncovered a promising method to enhance the strength and durability of joints in lightweight vehicle design. By exploring laser surface texturing ...
Jan 27, 2025
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'Embodied energy' powers modular worm and jellyfish robots
In the same way that terrestrial life evolved from ocean swimmers to land walkers, soft robots are progressing, too, thanks to recent Cornell research in battery development and design.
Jan 27, 2025
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Advancing wearable robotics through open-source innovation
Researchers at the University of Twente have developed CEINMS-RT, an open-source platform designed to transform the field of wearable robotics.
Jan 27, 2025
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Engineering
From roots to rugged circuits: Tree-inspired printing tech for flexible electronics
A printing technology, inspired by the resilience of tree root systems, is set to redefine the future of conformal electronics. This innovation addresses long-standing challenges related to the mechanical stability and resolution ...
Jan 27, 2025
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Eco-friendly aluminum battery lasts 10,000 cycles with minimal loss
Large batteries for long-term storage of solar and wind power are key to integrating abundant and renewable energy sources into the U.S. power grid. However, there is a lack of safe and reliable battery technologies to support ...
Jan 24, 2025
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How good old mud can lower building costs
Buildings cost a lot these days. But when concrete buildings are being constructed, there's another material that can make them less expensive: mud.
Jan 24, 2025
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New research shows many UK homes can adopt heat pumps with minimal upgrades
A group of energy specialists from University College London, the Department for Energy Security and Net Zero, Loughborough University and the University of Birmingham has found that more homes in the U.K. could switch from ...
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Bioinspired 3D printing: Architected design creates efficient structures
When 3D printing was first introduced in 1985, it marked a major turning point for the manufacturing industry. In addition to being cheaper than traditional manufacturing technologies, it also promised the ability to customize ...
Jan 24, 2025
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Magnetic sensors offer nondestructive way to verify battery authenticity
Recently, fires and other accidents caused by the use of non-original equipment manufacturer lithium-ion batteries (i.e., compatible batteries) have become a problem. However, these compatible batteries are difficult to distinguish ...
Jan 24, 2025
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Researchers reveal toughening mechanism of crack front in bioinspired materials
Recently, a research team uncovered the propagation and toughening mechanism of tortuous crack front in bioinspired anisotropic heterogeneities, and developed an optimization design for toughness amplification by manipulating ...
Jan 24, 2025
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Researchers use machine learning to ensure safe structural design of steel columns
In the quest for stronger, more resilient buildings and infrastructure, engineers are turning to innovative solutions, such as concrete-filled steel tube columns (CFST) strengthened with carbon fiber-reinforced polymer (CFRP). ...
Jan 23, 2025
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Porous ground treatments drastically reduce drone noise, making way for soundless city skies
Porous land such as foliage significantly lowers noise made by drones and air taxis, which could reduce disturbances for urban communities as urban air mobility (UAM) grows.
Jan 22, 2025
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