Learn about possible methods for transmitting space-harvested solar energy back to Earth.
Learn about possible methods for transmitting space-harvested solar energy back to Earth.
An introduction to the concept of harvesting solar energy from space.
An introduction to the concept of harvesting solar energy from space.
The osmotic pressure difference between fresh water and seawater boundaries is being utilized to generate energy. This…
The osmotic pressure difference between fresh water and seawater boundaries is being utilized to generate energy. This method of creating energy is known as "blue energy".
Google's artificial intelligence company, DeepMind, is using machine learning to help reduce energy use in Google's…
Google's artificial intelligence company, DeepMind, is using machine learning to help reduce energy use in Google's sprawling data centers.
A discussion of Musk's past success and future plans.
A discussion of Musk's past success and future plans.
A possible new solar panel material is on the horizon. Learn what it could mean for a gigawatt solar panel plant.
A possible new solar panel material is on the horizon. Learn what it could mean for a gigawatt solar panel plant.
A detailed look at the solar/electric boat that the University of Rochester Solar Splash team built for Solar Splash.
A detailed look at the solar/electric boat that the University of Rochester Solar Splash team built for Solar Splash.
Every year, researchers at IBM explore ideas and innovations that will change the way we live within the next five years.…
Every year, researchers at IBM explore ideas and innovations that will change the way we live within the next five years. Here's a look at this year's 5 in 5.
This is an introduction to the 2016 Solar Splash competition, a solar/electric boating regatta held annually.
This is an introduction to the 2016 Solar Splash competition, a solar/electric boating regatta held annually.
Every year, African engineers are developing projects that improve the quality of life for urban and rural people alike.…
Every year, African engineers are developing projects that improve the quality of life for urban and rural people alike. Here are some of 2016’s highlights from the Africa Prize for Engineering Innovation program.
Scientists from the University of New South Wales have developed the world’s most efficient solar cell.
Scientists from the University of New South Wales have developed the world’s most efficient solar cell.
A new composition of liquid batteries could lead to increased capacity and output, making it a contender for storing…
A new composition of liquid batteries could lead to increased capacity and output, making it a contender for storing renewable energy to power our future.
This year's Super Bowl is the most technologically advanced. Find out how Levi's Stadium is setting a new standard for…
This year's Super Bowl is the most technologically advanced. Find out how Levi's Stadium is setting a new standard for how we experience football.
An introduction to Digi International's Device Cloud, an IoT and M2M Platform.
An introduction to Digi International's Device Cloud, an IoT and M2M Platform.
A few great contests are about to close. Enter your project now and get in on fame and fortune.
A few great contests are about to close. Enter your project now and get in on fame and fortune.
Wireless charging is being integrated into businesses and workspaces, but it's not very impressive.
Wireless charging is being integrated into businesses and workspaces, but it's not very impressive.
Tesla Motors was founded in 2003 and is an American automotive and energy storage company. This article will focus on how…
Tesla Motors was founded in 2003 and is an American automotive and energy storage company. This article will focus on how Tesla's Roadster electric motor works. The basics of the car are pretty standard and straightforward, but the intricate details are much more intriguing. It will also detail the key differences between an internal combustion engine and Tesla's electric motor. At just about the size of a watermelon, the motor converts electricity into mechanical power and also acts as a generator, turning mechanical power into electricity.
Having beautiful-looking technology is becoming increasingly performance. Here we showcase five beautiful designs housing…
Having beautiful-looking technology is becoming increasingly performance. Here we showcase five beautiful designs housing innovative tech.
The world's first solar wireless mobile charging station finds its genesis in the inventor's hive: Kickstarter. Named ESL…
The world's first solar wireless mobile charging station finds its genesis in the inventor's hive: Kickstarter. Named ESL (or "easel," because the station itself looks like an artist's easel), the station is the only battery charging device meant to be used entirely without wires.