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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: Ankle device is a step in the right direction for stroke patients
28 Jul 2020Source: S. HimmelsteinA lightweight device incorporating a spring-cam mechanism was designed for use with an ankle foot orthosis to help these patients regain normal walking function. -
Video: 'Dog-bots' will map and measure a Ford factory
28 Jul 2020Source: Kevin J. HarriganBoston Dynamics' Spot robots will create new engineering models of the facility. -
Army develops self-healing material inspired by the squid
28 Jul 2020Source: Marie DonlonResearchers from Penn State University and the Max Planck Institute have developed a self-healing, biodegradable and biosynthetic material inspired by the protein in squid ring teeth. -
Video: Cleaner Hyundai vehicle air with new air conditioning technologies
28 Jul 2020Source: S. HimmelsteinThree new air conditioning technologies improve air quality in vehicles by mold control, airflow control and particulate monitoring. -
Taming swirl in the pipe for accurate flow measurement
28 Jul 2020Vortab Flow Conditioners optimize flow meter accuracy by eliminating swirl in just a few pipe diameters. -
Researchers unveil AI-based lifeguard
27 Jul 2020Source: Marie DonlonScientists at the Ben-Gurion University of the Negev have developed an artificial intelligence (AI)-based lifeguard to help overtaxed lifeguards at overcrowded beaches to identify potential safety hazards. -
Video: Seismic noise falls globally as air quality and solar energy gain during the COVID-19 pandemic
24 Jul 2020Source: S. HimmelsteinDuring the global lockdowns, air quality and solar energy output have improved while seismic noise has lowered. -
Watch: Spinal cord stimulators restore sensory feedback to prostheses
24 Jul 2020Source: S. HimmelsteinCommercially available spinal cord stimulators commonly used to treat chronic pain restored natural sensations for prosthetic arm users. -
Omron introduces new mobile robot for the manufacturing space
23 Jul 2020Source: Marie DonlonAn industrial automation company has developed a heavy duty autonomous mobile robot for the manufacturing space. -
Video: Artificial polyp designed as an aquatic robot
22 Jul 2020Source: S. HimmelsteinA soft robotic system with gripper functionality, inspired by the ability of the coral polyp to induce currents that bring food particles within grasping reach, has been engineered for aquatic applications. -
Watch: A functioning heart pump is 3D printed
22 Jul 2020Source: S. HimmelsteinA functioning centimeter-scale human heart pump has been 3D-printed in the laboratory. -
Advanced engineering blow molded technology
21 Jul 2020Transform ideas into successful products. -
Video: New Sarcon sample kit
20 Jul 2020Source: Engineering360 News DeskEngineers can test the performance properties of multiple Sarcon materials in order to find the perfect option for their application. -
Video: Online tool supports environmentally sound wind system siting
20 Jul 2020Source: S. HimmelsteinAn interactive map provides a tool for avoiding conflicts between wind system siting and wildlife habitat protection in the central U.S. -
Adaptive EMI measuring head provides vibration-based structural monitoring
20 Jul 2020Source: Amy J. BornThe new measuring system is fast, automated and non-destructive. -
Team develops a material inspired by shells, grapefruit, that is non-cuttable
20 Jul 2020Source: Marie DonlonInspired by the tough exterior of grapefruit and fragment-resistant mollusks, engineers from Durham University, U.K., and Fraunhofer Institute for Machine Tools and Forming Technology IWU in Chemnitz in Germany, have developed a new material that cannot be cut with machine tools. -
Video: Integration of hybrid electric drive into a combat vehicle under US Army contract
20 Jul 2020Source: S. HimmelsteinIntegration of a hybrid electric drive onto a Bradley Fighting Vehicle is planned to increase vehicle efficiency and boost power generation. -
Watch: Water quality sensors styled with human hair waste
20 Jul 2020Source: S. HimmelsteinA carbon dot sensor synthesized from human hair biowaste provides real-time detection of chlorination disinfection by-products. -
Save money and increase performance with an innovative thermal management material
20 Jul 2020Increase speed, efficiency and reliability of electronic components by keeping them cooler with Pyroid® HT. -
Fresh air or quiet? An innovative device allows for both
17 Jul 2020Source: Amy J. BornLoudspeakers reduced noise coming through an open window by 10 decibels.