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Engineering
NASA model wing lights up during first pressure sensitive paint tests
Tests at NASA's Langley Research Center in Hampton, Virginia, are paving the way for new wind tunnel capabilities for designing the aircraft technologies of the future.
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Robotics
How should automated vehicles interact with pedestrians?
How do pedestrians react when they encounter an automated vehicle on the street? Does the interaction feel safe and comfortable, and does it make a difference whether the vehicle is operating autonomously, is driven by a ...
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The electric car myths Australians can't shake
Electric cars are dangerous, bad for the environment and impossible to use in the outback. These are just some of the claims circulating among Australians skeptical of the switch to EVs, new research finds.
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Steering wheel communicates for better semiautonomous driving performance
A specialized steering wheel that enables negotiation between drivers and an autonomous driving simulation improved driving performance and drivers' trust in autonomous vehicle features, researchers from University of Michigan ...
Oct 1, 2026
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Would a 50 mph motorway speed limit really save much fuel?
Imagine entering the highway in the near future and seeing a 50 mph (80 kilometers per hour) speed limit sign, but no road construction, no accident and no obvious reason to slow down. This time, the aim is to save fuel.
Oct 1, 2026
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Security
Your car is collecting more data about you than you think
Major car manufacturers are sharing drivers' personal information with third-party companies and data brokers, new Northeastern University research shows.
Sep 30, 2026
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Telecom
Study uncovers security weaknesses in next-generation vehicle technology
Georgia Tech researchers have identified seven previously unknown security flaws in next-generation communication standards that connect in-vehicle computers. These flaws create vulnerabilities that could allow attackers ...
Sep 30, 2026
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Energy & Green Tech
Students develop electric car that captures particulate matter while driving
VENTRA is a new sustainable concept car developed by the student team TU/ecomotive. The electric vehicle captures particulate matter generated by tires and brakes while driving, encourages a more sustainable driving style ...
Sep 29, 2026
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Automotive
Certification of Boeing 737 MAX delayed by software bug
U.S. air safety regulators are delaying certification of the 737 MAX 10 until they determine whether a new software glitch poses a safety risk, a top official said Monday.
Sep 29, 2026
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Engineering
Glowing paint that maps air pressure could improve the design of future aircraft
When engineers design a new aircraft, they need to know exactly how air flows over every surface. The pressure distribution must be controlled, or fuel efficiency, handling and even structural safety can be affected.
Sep 28, 2026
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Energy & Green Tech
Chinese auto companies race ahead on EV technology, achieving 5-minute ultrafast charging
Chinese electric vehicles' ultrafast charging is only getting faster.
Sep 24, 2026
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Automotive
NASA modernizes commercial airline systems
NASA researchers know that when you settle into your seat on a commercial flight, you expect a smooth takeoff, views over the clouds, a steady descent and, hopefully, an early arrival.
Sep 24, 2026
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Automotive
Teaching radar to read motion in traffic scenes
Autonomous vehicles and robots need to understand not only what is around them, but how objects and people are moving. A cyclist crossing the road, a car slowing down, a pedestrian stepping off the curb, and a parked vehicle ...
Sep 24, 2026
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Robotics
Simple visual patterns can trick AI-powered vehicles and robots
A simple pattern of black-and-white stripes could cause an autonomous vehicle or robot to misjudge how far away an obstacle is, potentially triggering an unexpected maneuver or even a collision, according to new University ...
Sep 23, 2026
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Automotive
A new AI framework could help cities plan for future traffic
Traffic jams are usually treated as a problem to be measured after they form. Anton Rozhkov and his colleagues are exploring a different approach: giving planners state-of-the-art tools that can anticipate congestion, locate ...
Sep 23, 2026
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Automotive
High-speed, low-light conditions tied to unbuckled driving
Drivers who don't wear their seat belts were found to do so in situations when seat belts would help the most, according to a new study by researchers at the Penn Medicine Nudge Unit. The analysis found that situations such ...
Sep 23, 2026
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Automotive
Rivian R2 vs. Tesla Model Y: An electric SUV showdown
The Tesla Model Y has been the sales king of small electric SUVs since the moment it arrived. Many rivals have chased its success, but none have come close. Now it's Rivian's turn. The Rivian R2 is the California EV automaker's ...
Sep 23, 2026
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Automotive
Virginia's Smart Airspace network lands first flights
Virginia's Smart Airspace program reached new heights this summer when two advanced air mobility (AAM) aircraft flew newly developed routes throughout central and southwest Virginia. The flights, performed by manufacturers ...
Sep 22, 2026
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Energy & Green Tech
A holistic approach for equitable EV infrastructure development
A recent United Nations report announced that we will likely surpass the 1.5°C limit for global warming by 2030. Despite this news, we need to continue trying to eliminate fossil fuel emissions. Since the largest component ...
Sep 22, 2026
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Energy & Green Tech
Real-world EV data reveal how uneven cell aging shortens battery lifespan
Electric vehicles (EVs), including cars, buses and trains, could significantly reduce the substantial greenhouse gas emissions produced by the transportation sector. These vehicles' performance and reliability over time, ...
Energy & Green Tech
Bike-sharing can make big dent in tailpipe emissions
Five heavily used bikes could take the emissions from one fossil fuel-powered car off Vancouver's roads, according to Simon Fraser University researchers, who say expanding bike-share networks can play a big role in curbing ...
Sep 21, 2026
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Engineering
Waste from paper production could help make stronger, lower-carbon car materials
Carbon fiber is a key component in automobile manufacturing, aerospace engineering and energy infrastructure, but it mostly relies on petroleum-derived products, which can be expensive and contribute to carbon emissions. ...
Sep 18, 2026
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Automotive
Record 32% of new vehicle sales to be EVs in 2030, study finds
A new analysis of U.S. electric vehicle sales projects that a record share of new vehicles sold in 2030 will be electric, despite recent steps by the federal government to remove incentives for their growth.
Sep 18, 2026
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Engineering
Why colder temps can be better for aircraft deicing systems
Deicing technologies often rely on heat to melt ice. But University of Texas at Dallas researchers have found that, under extreme cold, making ice even colder can weaken its grip on surfaces.
Sep 16, 2026
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Energy & Green Tech
Material composition of cars mapped to assess resource impact
A passenger car contains far more materials than its weight alone would suggest. Beyond the steel and aluminum are small amounts of gold, palladium and molybdenum—elements that can become highly significant when resource ...
Sep 14, 2026
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