Engineers in Carnegie Mellon University’s Computational Engineering and Robotics Laboratory (CERLAB) have developed a simulation tool that predicts how sprayed concrete behaves and solidifies, even around rebar. The breakthrough could transform how buildings are constructed, cutting material waste and enabling stronger, more complex structures for tomorrow’s cities. Concrete … [Read more...] about Simulator boosts strength and design in spray 3D concrete printing
Technology
New alloy design could power solid-state batteries that charge faster and last longer
A team co-led by engineers at the University of California San Diego has developed a new design strategy for metal alloy negative electrodes that could significantly improve the performance and durability of next-generation solid-state batteries. The work could help advance the path toward practical, high-performance energy storage for electric vehicles. The team focused on … [Read more...] about New alloy design could power solid-state batteries that charge faster and last longer
Calcarea and Aurelia launch collaboration to bring ocean-based carbon capture to commercial shipping
Climate-tech company Calcarea and naval architecture and marine engineering company Aurelia Design have entered into a collaboration to bring ocean-based carbon capture technology to the maritime sector. The partnership combines Calcarea’s unique carbon removal process with Aurelia’s expertise in green ship design and e-systems integration. At the heart of the collaboration … [Read more...] about Calcarea and Aurelia launch collaboration to bring ocean-based carbon capture to commercial shipping
James Dyson Award announces global winners
The James Dyson Award has revealed its two 2025 global winners, each receiving S$50,700 for their inventions, which advance accurate water quality monitoring and improve life with Parkinson’s disease. The global Sustainability Award winner, WaterSense, was invented by Filip Budny from Poland, a PhD candidate in nanotechnology at Warsaw University of Technology. An autonomous … [Read more...] about James Dyson Award announces global winners
Fast, accurate drag predictions could help improve aircraft design
Researchers at the University of Surrey have proposed a computational approach that can provide aerodynamic drag data more efficiently during the early stages of aircraft design. It’s hoped that the approach, dubbed AeroMap, could help develop safer and more fuel-efficient aircraft. Drag is the aerodynamic force that opposes an aircraft’s motion through the air. Being … [Read more...] about Fast, accurate drag predictions could help improve aircraft design