nanotechnology
Electronic skin could enable 'smart' prosthetics
The concept of electronic skin might sound far-fetched, but it’s closer to becoming a reality with a wide range
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Hawaii prepares for a first: Rapid rail
Hawaii’s first rapid rail line, designed to ease heavy traffic along the main road in Honolulu, is set to
Sludge power: Wastewater plants could become energy producers
Wastewater treatment plants could one day not only power themselves but be able to generate excess electricity for use by
US seeks lighter materials for more efficient vehicles
The US hopes that stronger, lighter materials can provide one way to improve the fuel efficiency of the cars and
Telework one route -- not the only one -- to sustainability
Could we help reduce our energy and pollution problems by encouraging more people to work from home instead of a
Higher, faster, smarter: How to build a 220-story tower in 90 days
Can smarter building techniques also make for faster construction? China’s Broad Group hopes to answer that question with a
Solar propulsion key to future space travel
NASA is banking on advanced solar energy technologies to power spacecraft and satellites on future journeys through the solar system.
3D geology models aim to help prevent city flooding
3D models of local geology could in the future help fast-growing cities avoid flooding problems related to development. The British
Transparent solar cells could mean rooms with an electric view
A new breakthrough could bring us a bit closer to a future in which building and car windows could generate
High-speed rail -- greener than cars or planes?
Even after accounting for the possibility of more fuel-efficient planes and cars, high-speed rail powered by electricity can be the
Twitter app tracks flu outbreaks in real time
What people in your city are Tweeting could help you predict your odds of coming down with the flu … or
Which countries produce the most coal?
While the world continues to put up more wind turbines and solar panels, it also continues to use more and