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AI-generated editorial imageResearchers create adaptable silicon-photonics chips for advanced applications
A new fabrication method produces flexible and transparent silicon-photonics chips, expanding potential uses in medical and aerospace fields.
AI-generated editorial imageElectric vehicles dominate global sales as adoption accelerates
The share of electric vehicles in global sales has risen sharply, with battery-only models leading growth and plug-in hybrids declining, signaling a major transition in the automotive industry.
AI-generated editorial imageNew method converts industrial carbon emissions into stable seawater compounds
A Brooklyn-based pilot has shown that low-grade carbon dioxide from industrial processes can be locked into seawater as harmless bicarbonate using alkaline minerals, offering a potential path for widespread adoption in heavy-polluting sectors.
AI-generated editorial imageNew toolkit merges sensor data to enhance urban traffic management and safety
The National Laboratory of the Rockies has released an open-source framework designed to improve traffic efficiency and intersection safety through advanced data fusion techniques.
AI-generated editorial imageResearchers unveil flexible circuits for adaptive smart devices
A new system allows devices to alter their form while retaining electrical function, opening possibilities for tools in robotics and emergency response.
AI-generated editorial imageNew funding accelerates advanced lithium extraction methods in global supply chains
A recent investment in Princeton Critical Minerals supports the expansion of its lithium production technology, now operational in commercial settings and poised for broader industry adoption.
AI-generated editorial imageChina’s AI-driven battery cluster reshapes regional energy management
The Chagan Hada Energy Storage Power Station in Inner Mongolia has deployed an AI system to enhance battery performance and grid stability, marking a shift in how large-scale energy storage operates.
AI-generated editorial imageNASA advances lunar dust solutions and resource extraction for crewed missions
Engineers at NASA’s Johnson Space Center have made progress in addressing lunar dust challenges and developing methods to harvest oxygen from moon soil, supporting sustainable Artemis exploration efforts.
AI-generated editorial imageSpaceX’s latest Starship flight concludes with intact ocean landing
Starship Flight ¹³ successfully completed a controlled splashdown, allowing engineers to examine its heat shield and assess reusability for upcoming missions.
AI-generated editorial imageResearchers unveil self-repairing electronic skin for underwater use
Scientists at the National University of Singapore have created a magnetoelectric sensory system that can identify damage and autonomously restore function in aquatic environments, offering potential for advanced underwater robotics and diving tools.
AI-generated editorial imageNew solar-powered system transforms coffee roasting with stored heat
Researchers have successfully tested a solar-thermal energy storage system that integrates with existing roasters, improving efficiency and consistency in coffee production while reducing reliance on fossil fuels.
AI-generated editorial imageEuropean rocket stage demonstrator completes key pre-flight test
Themis, a reusable rocket stage, has finished its first full pre-launch simulation, advancing toward operational testing and future flights.
AI-generated editorial imageCornell Tech strengthens leadership to advance research and education
Cornell Tech has appointed two new Associate Deans to bolster its research and academic programs, emphasizing innovation and collaboration with industry partners.
AI-generated editorial imagePioneering roboticist honored for advancing AI and autonomous systems
A leading researcher in robotics and artificial intelligence has been awarded a prestigious Bavarian prize for her groundbreaking work in soft robotics and brain-inspired machine learning.
AI-generated editorial imageResearchers create microwave-based neural chip for secure satellite and drone networks
Engineers at Cornell have designed a chip that encodes data into microwave signals, potentially improving communication efficiency and security for remote systems.
Breakthrough extends blue quantum dot LED durability for next-gen displays
Researchers have identified a resin-based solution to significantly prolong the operational life of blue quantum dot LEDs, overcoming a longstanding obstacle to their use in energy-efficient screens.
AI-generated editorial imageRobots gain predictive edge for more fluid, efficient movement
Researchers at MIT have introduced a system allowing robots to anticipate motion outcomes, improving their speed and adaptability in tasks ranging from assembly to dynamic interactions.
Engineers introduce recyclable alternative to spandex for sustainable textiles
Researchers at MIT have created a stretchable yarn from polyethylene-based materials that can be fully recycled through repeated melting and respinning, offering a potential solution to textile waste in fashion production.