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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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A slim solution for electrifying industrial gas heating
17 Apr 2026Source: S. HimmelsteinThis approach reflects the philosophy that thin is in: Deploy carbon nanotube fibers (CNTFs) as a new type of electric heating element. -
Glide-Line introduces heavy-duty Vertical Transfer Unit (VTU) to support high-load automation and robotics integration
14 Apr 2026Source: GlobalSpec News DeskThe servo-powered system is designed to lift palletized loads up to 200 kg, supporting vertical discharge heights up to 5 meters. -
Hexapod powers postural stability diagnostic system
13 Apr 2026Source: S. HimmelsteinThe advanced motion control solution helps injured soldiers and other patients regain their balance. -
New smartwatch-like device promises to help detect plastic particles in the human body
08 Apr 2026Source: Marie DonlonThe team set to work on an approach for measuring microplastic particles in humans so as to better understand how much plastic is currently in human bodies but without having to draw blood to “see inside” the body. -
Video: Ready for Waymo? Here’s a first-hand ride in an AV taxi
09 Mar 2026Source: Tyler GleckerRegular GS contributor Tyler Gleckler videos his own experience getting around Phoenix in a Waymo, one of the world's first commerical robo-taxi services. -
Breakthrough powder could help save antibiotics
05 Mar 2026Source: Marie DonlonThe team explained that using metal complexes that, when activated under blue light, produce highly reactive compounds that destroy the proteins. -
Clippard unveils state-feedback pinch valve built for smarter automation
04 Mar 2026Source: GlobalSpec News DeskThe valve offers precise, real-time status information for enhanced automation, improved diagnostics and smarter process control. -
New slippery coating keeps coffee, milk and soup from sticking
25 Feb 2026Source: Marie DonlonThe team devised a quick fix for highly water-repellent superhydrophobic surfaces, which causes water droplets to roll off, by experimenting with the heat flow of the material rather than focusing exclusively on its chemistry and texture. -
Human knee–inspired robotic joints correct 99% misalignment, lend triple grip strength
23 Feb 2026Source: Marie DonlonThese optimized rolling contact joints could potentially be used in assorted applications ranging from assistive devices and exoskeletons to human-like robots and biomechanical studies of animals. -
Mallard Manufacturing introduces Dyna-Pick: High-density bin storage for faster, accurate item picking
18 Feb 2026Source: GlobalSpec News DeskThe system features rugged industrial canvas panels that suspend below standard pallet rack beams, creating two rows of hanging bins in what would be floor-level rack space. -
This catalyst cuts the cost of hydrogen production
12 Feb 2026Source: S. HimmelsteinAn affordable alternative that reduces the amount of platinum consumed during the process is being advanced. -
Solar powers this EV on the go
10 Feb 2026Source: S. HimmelsteinIf the sun is shining, this EV can charge itself by means of 3.8 m² of solar panels integrated across the hood, roof and tailgate. -
New 4D-printed hydrogel skin hides, unveils images on cue
09 Feb 2026Source: Marie DonlonThe material is a programmable hydrogel film, the appearance, texture and mechanical response of which can reportedly be tuned via external triggers. -
Vantablack: The world’s darkest material
05 Feb 2026Source: GlobalSpec News DeskThe material is incorporated into a range of coatings that dramatically reduces stray light and improves performance across a broad range of industries. -
Norton goes for the gold
03 Feb 2026Source: GlobalSpec News DeskNorton products and expertise are making it possible for U.S. luge team athletes to go for the gold. -
The world is in water bankruptcy, UN scientists report — Here’s what that means
02 Feb 2026Source: Kaveh Madani, Institute for Water, Environment and Health, United Nations UniversityWater bankruptcy is a chronic condition that develops when a place uses more water than nature can reliably replace, and when damage to aquifers and wetlands becomes hard to reverse. -
Seco sets new standard with 335.18 disc mill: Over 70 variants and full customization
30 Jan 2026Source: GlobalSpec News DeskThe 335.18 disc milling cutter is designed to tackle the toughest slotting challenges across automotive, aerospace and general engineering sectors. -
Dymax 9773 adhesive joins aerospace and defense innovations
29 Jan 2026Source: Cari CooneyWhen you have a source of adhesion that is not only speedy, but budget-friendly AND requires less energy wasted compared or other bonding systems - it's destined to be the "go-to" method. -
Arburg at Plastec West 2026: New Allrounder Trend debuts in the US
21 Jan 2026Source: GlobalSpec News DeskAttendees will learn how the Allrounder 1000 e Trend sets a new standard in injection molding. -
Mitsui Chemicals launches highly oxygen-permeable InnoCell cell culture microplates
19 Jan 2026Source: GlobalSpec News DeskThe plate series enables optimal oxygen supply to cultured cells and tissues to maintain healthy cell cultures for long periods of time and to reduce cell death within 3D spheroids.