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A groundbreaking study challenges engineers to move beyond defense systems and design technologies that actively reduce conflict and promote stability. The research outlines how engineering choices, from water pipelines to power grids, can either fuel tensions or foster peace.
A humanoid robot successfully finished the Beijing half marathon on Sunday, marking a major milestone in robotics engineering. The achievement showcases how far Chinese innovators have advanced the technology that could one day assist humans in dangerous or difficult tasks.
In China's northeast, a robot engineer is teaching humanoid robots to move like humans by demonstrating actions hundreds of times while wearing motion-capture technology. Her patient training is helping create robots that can safely work alongside people in real-world environments.
Engineers worried about AI taking their jobs can breathe easier. New technology is designed to eliminate tedious work, not talented people.
Three engineers who met while developing tools to photograph the human eye have launched a satellite that monitors climate disasters from space. Their technology is helping India reduce dependence on foreign equipment while tracking everything from crop health to approaching storms.
African engineers with world-changing ideas can now compete for £50,000 and months of free business training in the UK. The Royal Academy of Engineering just opened applications for its 2027 Africa Prize for Engineering Innovation, supporting solutions that tackle real problems across sub-Saharan Africa.
India just achieved a breakthrough in hypersonic missile technology, running an advanced scramjet engine for over 20 minutes straight. The achievement puts India among an elite group of nations developing technology that could reshape global defense capabilities.
A systems engineer argues we need to openly acknowledge and regulate how technology shapes our behavior. By naming "social engineering" honestly, we can protect users from manipulation while harnessing design for good.
An Australian aerospace engineer just flew a battery-powered drone at 411 mph, pushing back in a thrilling speed contest with a South African father-son team. The friendly rivalry has driven drone speeds from 300 to over 400 mph in less than two years.
A senior engineering manager at Walmart shares how young engineers can turn AI into their career superpower instead of viewing it as a threat. The advice centers on building irreplaceable human skills while mastering AI as a productivity tool.
Ford brought back over 350 veteran engineers after AI tools failed to catch design flaws, costing hundreds of millions in recalls. The human touch saved the company $1 billion in 2026.
Joshua Adewolu grew up in a family of doctors but chose a different path. Now he's creating the innovative medical technology they use to save lives.
MIT researchers created an AI tool that tackles complex engineering problems up to 100 times faster than traditional methods. The breakthrough could transform everything from designing safer cars to optimizing power grids.
University of Texas engineers developed a high-tech jacket that pulls up to 1.5 pints of drinking water per day from thin air. The breakthrough could help hikers, soldiers, and people in remote areas access clean water wherever they go.
A revolutionary new jet engine that could make flying cleaner and more efficient will get its first real-world airport tests in Singapore. The breakthrough technology promises to dramatically cut fuel use and emissions for the next generation of passenger planes.
Scientists just solved a problem that's plagued architects for decades: how to keep buildings quiet without blocking airflow. A new discovery could make everything from offices to airplane engines significantly quieter.
Two universities are joining forces across continents to prepare the next generation of engineers for a sustainable future. The partnership focuses on low carbon technology and breaking barriers for women in the field.
Singapore just signed on as the world's first testing ground for revolutionary aircraft engines that could cut fuel use by over 20%. The breakthrough Open Fan technology could transform how we fly while protecting our planet.
A Finnish energy company just ran a large-scale hydrogen engine on pure hydrogen and fed electricity directly into Spain's power grid. It's the first time anyone has proven the technology works under real-world conditions at this scale.
Major automakers are betting on range-extended electric vehicles that combine electric motors with small backup engines, offering drivers a path to cleaner cars without the anxiety of running out of charge. The technology could convince 70% of customers to switch to electric by 2030 while keeping European manufacturers competitive.
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