Tidal turbine development ebbs and flows

Posted on August 2, 2023 by rberkowitz

The renewable energy technology can benefit remote coastal communities that want to reduce carbon emissions. Read more in Physics Today…

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Express Delivery of Proton Therapy

Posted on July 27, 2023 by rberkowitz

A new scheme could increase the efficiency of a high-dose cancer radiation therapy and mitigate patient discomfort by reducing particle loss in proton beams. Read more in APS Physics…

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A Broader Stance Can Stop a Sandy Slide

Posted on July 25, 2023 by rberkowitz

Experiments show that an optimal distance between points of contact helps insects and other multilegged creatures avoid slipping down a steep granular slope. Read more in APS Physics…

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Science Reveals How to Roll the Perfect Joint

Posted on July 4, 2023 by rberkowitz

Researchers used a smoking machine to test the intensity of marijuana rolled into joints. Read more in Scientific American…

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How ‘Zombie’ Fires Rise from the Dead in Spring

Posted on June 23, 2023 by rberkowitz

As “zombie” fires become more common, new research shows they arise from an unexpected source. Read more in Scientific American…

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Sensor Judges Taste of Raw Maple Syrup

Posted on June 15, 2023 by rberkowitz

Climate change is altering late-season maple syrup, but a portable plasmonic sensor could help avoid waste by detecting molecules in a tree’s sap that lead to an off-tasting batch. Read more in APS Physics…

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American Bright is Lighting the Way for High-End Architectural Designs

Posted on June 12, 2023 by rberkowitz

The AC LED modules are key for creating interior lighting with warmth and atmosphere. Read more at American Bright…

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Pinpointing Problems in Transmission Power Grids

Posted on June 9, 2023 by rberkowitz

Researchers have developed an optimization algorithm to help identify the location of an electric current surge in a power grid, without knowledge of the grid’s broad structure. Read more in APS Physics…

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Squeezable Metal Offers a Greener Approach to Refrigeration

Posted on May 30, 2023 by rberkowitz

A system built around a metal that gains and loses heat when compressed could lead the way to the commercialization of chemical-free refrigeration technology. Read more in APS Physics…

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Angle and Friction Matter for Table Tennis Spin

Posted on May 26, 2023 by rberkowitz

The angle of incidence and the friction of the surface are the only factors that impact the spin of a table tennis ball after it collides with a rigid surface. Read more in APS Physics…

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