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Explore climate datasets for the UK
Users can digest the data in easy-to-use formats to improve decision making and inform the evolution of regional- or location specific plans.
Portable printed sensor simplifies water pollution monitoring
The low-cost, 3D-printed sensor detects very low concentrations of pesticides in water.
A brief guide to high temperature coatings
This article provides an overview of high temperature coating technologies available for operating temperatures from 200° F to 1,200° F (93° C to 649° C).
Video: Visit a virtual water-powered world
This island has been engineered for educators, students, parents or anyone seeking to better understand water power.
A technique to cut metal testing complexity
Metal cutting coupled with high-speed photography and new data analysis techniques offers an accessible method to explore metal behavior under extreme conditions.
Sensor swiftly spots COVID agents in indoor air
Results are returned in about five minutes from a device that can also monitor for flu and other respiratory viruses.
Tailwind for even more clean energy
Two wind turbines provide the electricity equivalent of around 340 households for use by Arburg.
Design trends of Li-ion batteries in medical devices
As we continue to propel forward into modern technology, the design trends lean toward a small footprint and portability. This means the battery systems that power modern healthcare devices must follow suit.
Study: Mycelium shows promise as sustainable fire-retardant
The team determined that a thermal protective char layer forms around the mycelium in response to fire exposure or radiant heat exposure. The longer and the higher the temperature at which mycelium char survives, the better its application as a fireproof material.
Raman lidar goes underwater to monitor oil
The system can remotely distinguish various substances underwater, and can measure the thickness of oil up to 12 m away.
Lollipop-like device 'sweetens' throat swabs
The device, which works in lieu of traditional throat swabs for strep throat, features a spoon-like stick with a spiral shaped grooved etched to capture bacteria, such as the kind associated with strep throat.
Discover Evident's revolutionary CIX100 inspection system in action
Master manufacturing with CIX100 — Elevating standards with precision and reliability.
THK linear motion solutions offered worldwide
THK: Accurate and reliable motion since 1971.
Heat battery designed to store renewable energy
The system takes renewable solar and wind energy from the grid and stores 100 kWh as heat for up to 23 days.
Cable carrier as a compact, cost-effective energy supply system
The new igus e-chain cable carrier is made entirely of recyclate and can be installed in seconds to guide cables reliably.
Four-armed robotic surgical system developed for laparoscopic surgery
The EPFL team claims that their four-armed robotic surgical system, which is designed to perform laparoscopic surgeries — surgeries that are performed in the abdomen or pelvis using small incisions with the aid of a camera — is the first of its kind.
Scientists create edible, transparent and biodegradable food packaging
To potentially alleviate the environmental impact of plastic food packaging, the team of CUHK scientists is exploring the use of bacterial cellulose (BC).
Prototype packaging promises to reduce foodborne illnesses, food waste
Designed to alert consumers and manufacturers in real-time of food contamination without even opening the packaging, the prototype packaging tray is designed much-like a boat with sloped sides.
Radar-targeting battle gear designed to destroy drones
The Smash Hopper performs according to remote commands given by the operator. Meanwhile, RADA’s radar detects drones from many kilometers away and alerts combat units of possible threats.
Baseball cap diverts toxins, particulates from the wearer's face
Dubbed Hat 35, the air purifying wearable reportedly filters toxins and particulates and delivers clean air to the wearer.