Electronics

Nov 15, 2021

Worcester Polytechnic Institute research Yan Wang has found that recycled cathode materials outperform those made from virgin material.

Meet my Spiffy New Tilswall Soldering Station

Nov 15, 2021

If I ever get my time machine working, I’m going to go back and gift my young self with one of these Tilswall Soldering Stations.

You Won't Believe BMW's Amazing New $105 Million Vehicle Simulation Center

Nov 10, 2021

BMW is opening its new vehicle simulation center, the world’s most advanced, with 14 separate simulators.

Take a Free Design News Course on Topics from Raspberry Pi to Mobile Robot Prototypes

Nov 09, 2021

The Design News Continuing Education Center offers one-week courses for IEEE credit in embedded systems, programming, and prototyping.

Researchers Teach Robots to Think Like Humans

Nov 09, 2021

Japanese scientists demonstrate how physical reservoir computing can be used to stimulate brain cells to control an AI machine.

Augment Your Multimeter With a Component Tester

Nov 09, 2021

A multimeter is an awesome piece of equipment, but it’s also a good idea to have a cheap-and-cheerful component tester in your treasure chest of tools.

Tour Volkswagen's Impressive New Battery R&D Lab and Factory

Nov 05, 2021

Volkswagen's comprehensive and meticulous testing processes highlight the care needed in battery manufacturing.

Engineers Seldom Get the Praise They Deserve. Is the Hard Work Worth It?

Nov 02, 2021

Engineers should study and work hard but don’t forget to be human – for better or worse.

Ever See a Robot that Moves Like Jagger? Check out Boston Dynamics

Oct 30, 2021

Boston Dynamics created a video where its robots mimic the moves of Mick Jagger and the Rolling Stones.

Halloween? What a Perfect Time to Think About Generating Electricity From Blood!

Oct 29, 2021

When those scary, blood-covered Trick-or-Treaters arrive at your door, greet them with a bit of electrochemistry.

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