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Hydroponics: How Engineers Are Growing Plants Quicker
Hydroponics is a method of growing plants without soil, using water enriched with the exact same nutrients they need. Instead of searching through dirt for food, a plant’s roots directly receive the necessary nutrients which allows them to grow faster, healthier and more efficiently than in traditional soil. One of the biggest practical advantages of hydroponic systems is their efficiency with resources. Contrary to what one may believe, they use far less water than soil far
Joseph Krisnanto
Jan 91 min read


Why Concrete Is Essential in Modern Construction
Concrete is one of the most important materials used in modern construction. Found in buildings, roads, bridges, and foundations, concrete is strong, durable and widely available. Concrete is inexpensive to make, which makes it practical for large scale infrastructure. The first key advantage of concrete is durability. Once hardened, it can last for decades with minimal maintenance. It resists weathering, fire, and water damage far better than materials like wood. Concrete c
Joseph Krisnanto
Jan 52 min read


The Evolution of Gear Designs: From Ancient Machinery to Robotics
Gears are one of the most important inventions in mechanical engineering. They are essential parts for motion transfer and force between parts of a machine. The unique design of gears, where it has teeth around its circular shape, allows one part to spin another, changing their speed and directions. Initially, gears were built to make work easier. In ancient China, wooden gears were used to lift water for farming; and in ancient Greece, gears helped track the movement of star
Jihyuk Jung
Dec 24, 20253 min read


The Rise of Robots: Will They Take Our Jobs or Make Life Easier?
These days, robots are more than just science fiction; they can conduct surgeries, deliver your pizza, and stack boxes in warehouses. Machines are learning to perform jobs that once thought unattainable for anything without a heartbeat, from factory floors to schools. However, a major concern remains as robots grow in intelligence and capability: will they assist humans or take their place? In actuality, the development of robots has the potential to fundamentally alter how w
Ffion Collins
Dec 12, 20252 min read


The Future of Energy: Sustainable Energy Sources Compared
The world is facing an enormous challenge of converting to clean energy. Sustainability is the primary aim, which means current energy requirements must be met without harming the future. An efficient energy system must be able to conserve the environment, conserve resources, and be cost-effective. As fossil fuels are not replenishable and harm the environment, it becomes imperative to give weight to three major renewable energy sources: solar, wind, and hydropower. For over
Monica Macaes
Dec 2, 20254 min read


Eco-Drive: How Formula 1 Engineers Are Building a Greener Future
Formula 1, also known as F1, is a glamorous and controversial sport often viewed as a symbol of excess and fierce speed. It has long been...
Darnamell Latis
Oct 29, 20253 min read


Nikola Tesla: The Man Who Electrified the World
Nikola Tesla was one of the few inventors of his generation whose imagination and ideas were decades ahead of his time. Tesla's...
Darnamell Latis
Oct 21, 20252 min read


Why Failure Matters: Famous Engineering Mistakes and What We Learnt
People frequently picture futuristic skyscrapers, streamlined bridges, or high-tech, fail-proof devices when they think about...
Ffion Collins
Oct 13, 20252 min read


Emerging technologies: Nanotechnology and its Applications in Engineering
Nanotechnology is defined as a study of particles with a unit dimension of nm (m times 10⁻⁹). The applications of these small particles...
Monica Macaes
Sep 27, 20253 min read


The Engineering Behind Childhood Toys
Are kids who play with building and engaging gadgets more likely to pursue STEM fields? The US alone estimates 8.504 million...
Monica Macaes
Jul 21, 20254 min read


How F1 Cars Stick to the Road: The Basics of Downforce
Aerodynamic downforce, not just raw grip, allows Formula 1 vehicles to corner at incredible speeds. The automobile is forced into the...
Ffion Collins
Jul 17, 20253 min read


How does wind energy work?
Wind energy has almost become an integral part of how we obtain energy, despite its very simple mechanical properties. Wind energy is...
Joseph Krisnanto
Jul 9, 20251 min read


The Evolution of the Camera
Nowadays, taking a picture is as simple as a click, but imagine having to spend over two minutes capturing a single photo that might not...
Darnamell Latis
May 24, 20252 min read


Floating Buildings? A Look Into Amphibious Constructions
Floating buildings are architectural wonders designed to float on a body of water, often used for homes and businesses. They’re built on...
Ffion Collins
May 6, 20252 min read


How Different Materials Impact Solar Energy Efficiency?
Introduction Solar energy is a type of renewable energy which uses sunlight to generate electricity, and has already gained significant...
Jihyuk Jung
May 4, 20254 min read


Imhotep: The First Civil Engineer
When you hear the name Imhotep , your brain might instantly flash back to that bald villain chanting curses in the 1999 movie The Mummy ....
Jiya Kamat
Apr 26, 20253 min read


Can F1 Cars Go Fully Electric? The Engineering Challenges of an EV Formula 1
Formula 1 has long served as a testing ground for advanced automobile technology, pushing the envelope in terms of efficiency, speed, and...
Ffion Collins
Mar 31, 20252 min read


Revolutionizing Wind Energy: How Do Advanced Aerodynamic Designs Improve Wind Turbine Efficiency?
Have you ever asked yourself why wind turbines have different designs? Human beings have evolved with nature and one of the largest...
Jihyuk Jung
Mar 11, 20253 min read


Engineering The Impossible: Mega-Projects Around the World
With an expanding global population and mounting problems like natural disasters, it has become necessary to challenge our existing...
Prosper Madora
Feb 9, 20253 min read


The Powerhouse of Particle Physics: Why CERN Matters
Conseil Européen pour la Recherche Nucléaire (CERN) is the central European research institute for nuclear energy. CERN is particularly...
Aakarsh Vir Balaji
Feb 5, 20252 min read
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