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The Age of 3D Metal Printing

August 7, 2014

3D printing (also called additive manufacturing) can involve the use of plastics and metals. Take a more in-depth look at 3D metal printing and its potential to revolutionize manufacturing here.

Eat First, Research Later: Exploring the Role of Eggs in Baking

August 5, 2014

Leavening, binding, moistening: 3 of the roles eggs typically play in baking. Learn more about the science behind baking with eggs, and how vegan baked goods compare, on the blog.

Solving a Space Problem with Origami Principles

August 1, 2014

From spacecraft to solar panels, lack of space is a design problem. Read about how some researchers are using origami, the ancient art of Japanese paper folding, to remedy this issue.

Happy Birthday, Nikola Tesla

July 10, 2014

From discovering the rotating magnetic field to inventing the Tesla coil, Nikola Tesla made countless contributions to science and physics. Learn about the life and work of this household name.

Vacuum Tube Plus MOSFET Equals Vacuum Transistor

July 4, 2014

One potential way to replace traditional silicon transistors? Develop vacuum transistors, which combine vacuum tubes and metal oxide semiconductor field-effect transistors (MOSFETs).

Peek into the Next 50 Years with IEEE Spectrum

June 20, 2014

In June 2014, IEEE celebrated the 50th anniversary of their magazine IEEE Spectrum with a special issue. In it, they look ahead to the next 50 years and what they will bring.

Shaping Crystals for Camouflage Surfaces

April 28, 2014

Researchers at the University of Michigan discovered a way to shape crystals with a photochemical reaction, enabling crystal structures to appear in various patterns and colors (like chameleons!)

Happy Birthday, Guglielmo Marconi

April 25, 2014

Guglielmo Marconi is best known for pioneering long-distance radio transmission and helping develop commercial radio. Learn about the life and work of the Nobel-Prize-winning electrical engineer.


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