The world’s largest floating solar power plant just went online in China
China's massive, floating solar power plant is the latest in a series of moves geared toward making the nation less reliant on fossil fuels.
U.S. Navy wants to deploy CICADA drones to better understand storm systems
Drones are being deployed for many practical uses around the globe. The Navy may use these glider drones for hurricane research.
China deploys a fleet of sophisticated submarine drones in the South China Sea
China has been testing underwater military drones for years. Its latest fleet of sea drones are the most sophisticated models to date.
A decade later, the U.S. Navy railgun is even bigger and badder
The US Navy railgun program has hit many snags over years. However, the latest iteration is more durable and powerful.
Ingenious pipeline could be a much-needed lifeline for dying coral reefs
Coral reefs are highly susceptible to temperature fluctuations. This system could pump cool water to colonies at risk due to climate change.
Billionaire space prospectors are racing to mine the moon, and that’s a good thing
Mining the moon might sound like a crazy idea, but there’s a handful of companies closer to launch than you might think
India is building solar powered commuter trains to cut down on carbon emissions
This train will use rooftop solar panels rather than traditional diesel engines to reduce fossil fuel reliance and cut CO2 emissions.
The buzzbox beehive monitor is like a Fitbit for honeybees
The BuzzBox monitors beehive activity and sends these metrics to beekeepers. Could this system curtail colony collapse at the local level?
Can an AI running coach really get you off the couch? Somehow, yes
We review the LifeBeam Vi, an AI running coach that gets you up off the couch and pushes you further during your workout.
Nuking the moon, and 5 more insane space missions that never happened
Scientists have proposed some rather bizarre missions to better understand our cosmos. Here are 6 of the weirdest space missions in history.
Turn your grass into blades of glory with these summer lawn care tips and tricks
Maintaining a healthy lawn can be difficult during the warmer months. With this in mind, here are some of our favorite summer lawn care tips.
Seed-bombing drone startup aims to plant one billion trees per year
Deforestation is a major contributor to climate change. This company is looking to reverse this trend with a fleet of seed launching drones.
Airless, 3D-printed concept tires can’t go flat, never need replacement
Traditional tires must be replaced every few years. Michelin's new 3D printed tires will regenerate new tread but when will it be released?
The machines ham it up again: We found the best robots at CES 2017
It's seems like every year at CES, the robots always seems to steal the show. This year is no different. Here are five of the coolest robots from CES 2017.
These 7 quake-resistant buildings are designed to withstand the next big shockwave
In areas with frequent seismic activity, earthquake-resistance is a major engineering consideration. Here are 7 earthquake-resistant designs.
As climate change warms the world, Norway's doomsday seed vault needs a major redesign
The so-called doomsday vault in Norway has flooded as a result of melting permafrost. The facility is now set for an extensive redesign.
Forget ambulances — Sweden is testing defibrillator-equipped first responder drones
Researchers in Sweden are using a drone equipped with a defibrillator to increase survival rates after a cardiac arrest in rural areas.
Tallest all-wood building in the U.S. approved for construction
Wood is becoming an attractive option for developers. A firm in Oregon is set to build the tallest all-wood building in the United States.
Here are 6 jumbo jets that look tiny next to Paul Allen’s Stratolaunch plane
Stratolaunch Systems has unveiled the world's largest aircraft. How does the aircraft measure up to some of the most massive planes on earth?
Startup’s solar roof is cheaper, more efficient, and easier to install than Tesla’s solar tiles
Tesla unveiled its economic solar roof last year. However, a startup has announced plans for a cheaper solar roof that is easier to install.
An army of these odd-looking robotic 'turtles' might help rid the world of landmines
Researchers are developing a fleet of robotic turtles that could one day be used to detect landmines in the field.
Chinese company will train U.S. coal miners for a future in clean wind energy
This Chinese wind-turbine company hopes to retool a workforce of unemployed coal miners in Wyoming.
Fail like you mean it: Here are the 10 worst Pinterest disasters on the internet
Pinterest is a great place to find DIY projects, though, some of these are easier than others. Here are 10 of our favorite Pinterest fails.
Lowe's is testing a bow-like exoskeleton that gives warehouse workers superhuman strength
The hame improvement store, Lowe's. just unveiled its exoskeleton design. The company hopes the device will boost productivity on site.
Why have 1 room when you can have 2? Our favorite transforming homes
In major cities, living space is often at a premium. Here are six of our favorite transforming homes designed to maximize living spaces.
This ambitious startup plans to start cleaning up the Great Pacific Garbage Patch in 2018
Ocean pollution is a major problem for all of our ecosystems. This non-profit hopes to use sea filters to collect this debris next year.
To bleach or not to bleach: A guide to laundry symbols
The tags on our clothing contain very handy washing instructions, though some have know idea what many of these mean. Here's a breakdown of each symbol.
Life underground: These doomsday bunkers let inhabitants ride out apocalypse in style
These doomsday bunkers were made for the end of the world as we know it.
Las Vegas streetlight harness the power of solar energy and your footsteps
Sin City plans to harness the kinetic energy of pedestrian traffic to power a new generation of clean-energy streetlights.
Tired of Clinton and Trump? How to block political posts on Facebook
Political banter on social media can be quite unsavory to say the least. Here are a few ways to rid your Facebook News Feed of politics this election year.
Faster than a speeding — elevator. Shanghai Tower claims to have world's fastest
The Shanghai Tower now boasts the world's fastest elevator, but can it be topped?
Typhoon-powered wind turbine aims to siphon energy from a force of nature
Engineer Atsushi Shimizu hopes his new invention, the world's first typhoon-powered wind turbine, will help the nation power itself in the decades to come.
