Cost Curse: China’s $2 per Watt Nuclear Plants Highlight US, France Cost Woes One of the problems associated with tapping nuclear energy is the high costs associated with building and operating nuclear power plants. In recent years, China has emerged as a frontrunner in the nuclear energy sector by successfully constructing nuclear power plants at […]
US engineers create self-healing robot skin that detects, seals, and resets
US Engineers Develop Self-Healing Robot Skin: A Game-Changer in Robotics If you’re anything like me, you’ve grown up on a big dose of sci-fi films where robots are equipped with futuristic capabilities that always seemed too good to be true. However, the line between science fiction and reality is blurring as a team of US […]
Powerful laser creates super ceramics in minutes that withstand 3,632°F
Super Ceramics: Revolutionizing High-Temperature Applications with Cutting-Edge Laser Technology Ultra-high temperature ceramics are materials capable of withstanding temperatures exceeding 2,000 degrees Celsius (3,632 degrees Fahrenheit), making them essential for extreme environment applications such as aerospace, energy, and defense industries. The demand for materials that can endure such harsh conditions has led to the development of […]
US engineers create world’s first dental floss that tracks cortisol for stress
US Engineers Develop World’s First Dental Floss That Tracks Cortisol for Stress Management In today’s fast-paced world, chronic stress has become a silent epidemic. It drives long-term health issues such as anxiety, depression, high blood pressure, and even heart disease. The American Institute of Stress reports that around 77% of people regularly experience physical symptoms […]
Inflatable snake robot, inch-long crawler unite to inspect world’s tightest machines
Innovative Inflatable Snake Robot and Inch-Long Crawler Unite to Inspect World’s Tightest Machines Inspired by nature’s simplest creatures, an innovative robotic duo combines tiny, insect-like robots with inflatable technology to revolutionize the inspection of the world’s tightest and most inaccessible machines. This groundbreaking collaboration between technology and nature offers a glimpse into the future of […]
US student builds sound-based metamaterial to remotely control underwater robotics
Revolutionizing Underwater Robotics: US Student Develops Sound-Based Metamaterial for Remote Control Sound waves do far more than carry music or voices. In science and engineering, they have the power to transform industries and push the boundaries of innovation. One groundbreaking example of this is the recent development by a US student who has created a […]
Golf ball-like dimples to propel drones, submarines 30% farther, faster without fins
Revolutionizing Propulsion: The Power of Dimpled Spheres in Technology A team of engineers at the University of Michigan has developed a spherical prototype with a unique design inspired by golf balls. These dimpled spheres are not intended for the golf course, though. Instead, they are set to revolutionize propulsion systems in drones and submarines, enabling […]
World’s largest underground reservoir holds water equal to 268 Olympic pools
The world’s largest underground floodwater protection system, a colossal underground flood tank aimed to shield cities from the devastating impacts of floods, holds an impressive amount of water equivalent to 268 Olympic-sized pools. This remarkable engineering marvel not only showcases human innovation and foresight but also serves as a critical lifeline in mitigating the risks […]