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The monthly service, MEL Kids, visually translates difficult-to-understand science concepts through hands-on experiments, an accompanying illustrated comic book and a lesson delivered via augmented reality app.
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New science-education subscription service for kids
21 Aug 2019 -
Seeking welder with 'golden arm,' developer turns to cobot system
01 May 2019 -
Listen to a Bit of Space History
15 Nov 2018 -
Watch: 13 Ocean Solutions for Climate Change
04 Oct 2018 -
A First for Flat Lenses: Full-Color Imaging
03 Oct 2018
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Watch: Timbercon Launches New Custom Glass Processing Solutions, Expands Fiber Optic Capabilities
03 Apr 2018Source: Engineering360 News DeskCustom fiber lens products allow for controlled beam characterization. -
Watch: Nanotech for Making Water Safe to Drink
03 Apr 2018Source: Tony PalloneA new innovation in water purification could have a far-reaching impact for a world where global demand for clean water outpaces its supply. -
Watch How Drones Generate 3D Thermal Images of an Active Volcano
03 Apr 2018Source: S. HimmelsteinThe detailed images produced can be analyzed to detect subtle changes inside the volcano that may signal a pending eruption. -
Watch: This Wallpaper is (Fire) Alarming
02 Apr 2018Source: S. HimmelsteinWhen exposed to heat, the wallpaper is transformed from an electrically insulating state into an electrically conductive one, causing it to automatically trigger sound and warning light alarms. -
Video: Early Detection of Chemical Attack Agents with Laser Technique
01 Apr 2018Source: S. HimmelsteinThe technology is sensitive enough to signal the presence of any chemical concentration at the one part per billion level. -
Just Lick and Drive: Watch How Lexus Will Use DNA to Customize Vehicles
01 Apr 2018Source: S. HimmelsteinNo key is needed to start a customized vehicle: a revolutionary saliva-powered start-system operates via a DNA ignition sensor on the steering wheel. Just lick and drive. -
American-made BE-4 Rocket Engine Could End U.S. Dependence on Russian RD-180
30 Mar 2018Source: Eric OlsonThe engine recently completed its longest duration test yet, firing at 65% of its maximum power for 114 seconds as engineers swept through a range of fuel/oxidizer mixture ratios. -
Watch: Wearable Medical Electronics, Cyber Defense Tool, Protecting Coral Reefs
30 Mar 2018In today's news highlights, wearable medical electronics, cyber defense tools and protecting coral reefs. -
What Requirements Must Pressure Sensors Meet in HVAC?
30 Mar 2018Learn how flow-based sensors reliably measure the smallest differential pressures — even in dusty environments. -
Check Out Online Master's Programs at Johns Hopkins Engineering
29 Mar 2018Source: Sponsored VideoJohns Hopkins Engineering offers online and part-time master's degrees for working professionals in 20 fields. -
With Reentry Imminent, the Exact Timing of Tiangong-1’s Fiery Demise Remains Uncertain
29 Mar 2018Source: Eric OlsonThe latest predictions place the date of reentry into Earth’s atmosphere on April 1. The exact moment of reentry remains ambiguous due to uncertainty in variables of the reentry prediction models. -
Video: NASA Preps New Satellite to Search for New Worlds
28 Mar 2018Source: Peter BrownThe Transiting Exoplanet Survey Satellite will launch on April 16. -
Autonomous Snowplows Clear The Way
28 Mar 2018Source: Abe MichelenThe Yeti Snow Technology company, owned jointly by the Norwegian companies Semcon Devotek and Øveraasen, announced the pilot deployment of the expected working full-scale self-driving snow removal vehicle at the Fagernes airport in Norway. This is the first project of this type in the world designed to keep runways clear of snow. -
Flat Earther Launches Himself into the Sky in Homemade Rocket
28 Mar 2018Source: Eric OlsonIn his ongoing journey to determine if the Earth is flat or not, “Mad” Mike Hughes reached an altitude of 1,875 ft (572 m) before a hard landing. -
Dendrite Mitigating Silicone Anode in Lithium Batteries Found to Improve Safety and Extend Life
27 Mar 2018Source: Gary KardysArizona State University (ASU) and Rice University researchers have developed a way to stop dendrites from forming in high energy density lithium metal batteries. -
Largest Commercial Drone Deal Enables Autonomous Robotic Earth Moving on Construction Sites
27 Mar 2018Source: Eric Olson3D site maps created by Skycatch Edge1 base stations from images gathered by Explore1 drones will also enable site managers to quickly discover costly construction mistakes and predict schedule delays. -
Understanding the Basic Conventional Powder Metallurgy Process
27 Mar 2018Source: Sponsored VideoPowder metallurgy is used in automotive, lawn and garden, recreation and many other markets, but how are these components manufactured? Learn about the basic press-and-sinter process, material choices and more. -
The TESCOM ER5000 Offers Repeatable, Accurate and Robust Automated Control
26 Mar 2018Source: Sponsored VideoThe TESCOM ER5000 reaches new levels of quality and performance with repeatable, accurate, robust automated control. -
Watch: Tapping 5G Tech to Monitor Air Quality Makes MegaSense
25 Mar 2018Source: S. HimmelsteinData from sensors are combined with available air pollution maps and prediction models via the 5G network to generate real-time trends. -
Watch: Electric Vehicle Batteries to Light Up Japanese Town
24 Mar 2018Source: S. HimmelsteinAn initiative to give used Nissan Leaf batteries a second life as energy storage banks for off-grid lights is being launched.