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INSIDER: Electronics & Computers
Materials called perovskites show strong potential for a new generation of solar cells, but they’ve had trouble gaining traction in a market dominated by silicon-based...
INSIDER: Electronics & Computers
A new bendable supercapacitor made from graphene, which charges quickly and safely stores a record-high level of energy for use over a long period, has been developed and...
INSIDER: Electronics & Computers
New research by engineers at MIT and elsewhere could lead to batteries that can pack more power per pound and last longer, based on the long-sought goal of using pure lithium metal as...
Question of the Week: Energy
Will We Ever Recharge Electric Batteries As Quickly As We Get Gas?
Stanford University researchers have developed a machine learning-based method that cuts battery testing times by 98 percent. The team says that their A.I. technique could lead to a future where an electric battery is recharged in the time it takes to stop at a gas station. Watch...
Briefs: Materials
An engineered surface treatment can reduce waste and improve efficiency in many processes.
Briefs: Energy
This technology could impact new directions in robotics design.
Articles: Materials
Biodegradable batteries, solid-state ultracapacitors, and infrared camouflage.
Products: Electronics & Computers
Thermal cameras, testing software, an ion air knife, and more.
Briefs: Energy
These actuators provide active flow control for airfoil surfaces and supersonic inlets of wing-borne vehicles.
Briefs: Electronics & Computers
These thin films hold great promise for solar cells and LEDs.
Briefs: Power
The additive creates fuel from biomass while improving engine performance.
Articles: Connectivity
Your preview of one of the largest technical mobility events of the year.
Articles: Communications
Increase battery life and reduce data loads with an analog-first processing architecture.
Question of the Week: Energy
Will Rain Become a Viable Energy Source?
Our lead INSIDER story today demonstrated the power of a droplet energy generator – specifically the system’s ability to light up 100 LEDs with just a small amount of water.
Blog: Energy
An energy breakthrough from the City University of Hong Kong finds power in a single drop of water – up to 140 volts, in fact.
Question of the Week: Materials
Will Cooling Coatings Catch On?
This month’s Tech Briefs featured a potential alternative to the air conditioner: A painted-on polymer coating that can cool down a building.
Briefs: Green Design & Manufacturing
This robot “blood” stores energy, transmits force, operates appendages, and provides structure, all in an integrated design.
Briefs: Motion Control
The robot is built entirely from smaller robots and can form a robophysical system that can move by itself.
Briefs: Photonics/Optics
This innovation could lead to better drones, satellites, and biomedical devices.
Briefs: Green Design & Manufacturing
This controller minimizes the burden on the power grid.
Blog: Electronics & Computers
To improve the aqueous lithium-ion battery, RPI researchers tried out niobium tungsten oxide.
Briefs: Mechanical & Fluid Systems
A new method of estimating the optimal trailing aircraft position in a formation increases fuel savings.
Briefs: Electronics & Computers
These stickers wirelessly beam health readings to a receiver clipped onto clothing.
Briefs: Motion Control
Loosely connected disc-shaped “particles” can push and pull one another, moving together to transport objects.
Articles: Aerospace
Heartbeat-based biometrics, sonic-boom displays, and an artificial leaf.
Briefs: Manufacturing & Prototyping
This technology enables methane metabolism by yeast.
Briefs: Electronics & Computers
These robust materials convert excess heat energy into electricity.
Briefs: Green Design & Manufacturing
Power System for Hybrid Heavy-Duty Trucks
Electric motors and gas-alcohol engines could slash pollution levels and greenhouse gases from long-haul trucks.
Briefs: Defense
Applying a surface-active agent makes metal easier to cut and shape into parts and pieces.
Top Stories
Blog: Manufacturing & Prototyping
2025 Holiday Gift Guide for Engineers: Tech, Tools, and Gadgets
Blog: Power
Using Street Lamps as EV Chargers
INSIDER: Semiconductors & ICs
Scientists Create Superconducting Semiconductor Material
Blog: Materials
This Paint Can Cool Buildings Without Energy Input
Blog: Software
Quiz: Power
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