Phys.org – Engineering

When Hurricane Fiona struck Puerto Rico in 2022, it exposed the vulnerabilities of the island’s energy infrastructure. Though only a Category 1 storm, Fiona caused a total blackout across the island, leaving residents without power […]

Lithium-metal batteries have not hit the market yet, but if they do, they could be a solution to the everyday woes of the dwindling battery meter. They are cousins of the lithium-ion batteries found in […]

In the critical 72 hours after an earthquake or explosion, a race against the clock begins to find survivors. After that window, the chances of survival drop sharply.This post was originally published on this site

Tsunamis and earthquakes pose devastating threats to coastal communities worldwide. However, beyond the immediate destructive power of these events, the negative impact of the disaster waste they produce is sometimes overlooked.This post was originally published […]

Engineers at the University of California San Diego have developed a new cooling technology that could significantly improve the energy efficiency of data centers and high-powered electronics. The technology features a specially engineered fiber membrane […]

With flood risks increasing from extreme weather events like hurricanes and even routine plumbing issues, a team from the University of Florida’s College of Design, Construction and Planning is helping Florida homeowners make smarter choices […]

Insights from a new study could help unlock the full potential of a developing form of smaller-scale wind power generation, researchers say.This post was originally published on this site

Researchers have developed a wearable material that may help dramatically reduce the risk of a concussion, suggests a new study.This post was originally published on this site

Researchers at the University of Adelaide have developed a new dry electrode for aqueous batteries which delivers cathodes with more than double the performance of iodine and lithium-ion batteries.This post was originally published on this […]

A third of the world’s population struggles with water scarcity. In many of these areas, fog holds water that could provide a lifeline—if only it could be captured.This post was originally published on this site