DESIGN

How human-centered design helps Molekule solve customer pain points

Medicine & Technology Sep 08, 2020

As more companies turn to human-centered design (HCD) when conceiving product ideas, the realization that we should prioritize users' needs over easing development and manufacturing processes is becoming increasingly apparent.

Hypersonic Technology Demonstration Vehicle (HSTDV)

India Successfully Tests Its Own Scramjet Engine, Eyes Hypersonic Cruise Missiles

Sep 08, 2020

India has successfully tested its domestically-manufactured hypersonic technology demonstrator vehicle (HSTDV), powered by its scramjet engine, Monday, September 7.

Fungi May be the Future of Sustainable Leather-like Materials

Scientists & Designers Create Sustainable Materials Derived from Fungi

Sep 08, 2020

Traditional leather may soon be replaced with more ethically and environmentally friendly alternatives such as fungi. Aside from commercializing sustainable leather, scientists and designers are developing other fungi-based products.

Algae-Based Biofabric Designed to Help Reduce Carbon Gas Emissions

Carbon-Negative Clothing Hopes to Alleviate Climate Change

Sep 02, 2020

The fashion industry has been looking at alternative natural fibers and algae for more sustainable clothing. Designers Roya Aghighi and Charlotte McCurdy have been using algae to create a biofabric capable of absorbing carbon.

Otegaroom: Soundproof Room for Remote Work & School

Japanese Company Designs Soundproof Room for Working at Home

Sep 01, 2020

The remote work or school environment can be challenging when you don't live alone. To help those working from home during the pandemic, Pia Living designed a small, lightweight soundproof room that can be easily assembled.

Science Times - Can Elon Musk's Neuralink Overcome the Complexities of the Human Brain?

Elon Musk Reveals Updated Neuralink Brain Chip in 'Three Little Pigs' Demo

Aug 30, 2020

Elon Musk shares a product update on an implantable computer chip prototype by Neuralink. The chip is meant to record neurological activity, help those with disabilities, and telepathically use a Tesla.

Science Times - Otto Aviation Finally Reveals Details on Its 460mph-Bullet Airplane That Only Costs $328 per Hour To Fly

Otto Aviation Reveals Details on Bullet Airplane That Costs $328 per Hour to Fly

Aug 30, 2020

Celera 500L is set to revolutionize private air travel cruising at a speed of 460mph and only costs $328 per hour to fly as it uses eight times lesser fuel.

SkyDrive Successfully Test Drives Their Flying Car

Aug 28, 2020

More than 100 flying cars are being developed around the world, including SkyDrive's concept vehicle. If successful, the company hopes to commercialize their car as early as 2023

Why Waterproofing the Home Makes Great Financial Sense

Aug 28, 2020

Making sure you take steps to waterproof the home is so important, and this is a decision that is not only sensible, but will also save you a lot of money in the long run as well. You always need to be taking the right steps to look after your home, and this is something you should be looking to get right as much as possible. There are a lot of things that will help you to achieve this, and you should be looking at making this a reality.

Rosatom Reveals 1961 Footage of the World's Largest Nuclear Bomb

Rosatom Released Footage of the Largest Nuclear Explosion During the Cold War

Aug 26, 2020

A 1961 nuclear bomb demonstration was released by Russia's nuclear agency Rosatom. The Tsar Bomba was the largest nuclear bomb ever created. The footage has been kept top secret since the Cold War.

4 Examples of Origami-Inspired Innovations in Science

Aug 26, 2020

With its beauty founded on subtle mathematical concepts, Origami offers patterns in creating efficient and flexible structures. Here are four examples of how the ancient art of folding papers have led to innovative applications in various fields of science: