Engineering
20 Results
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Robots for Ebola
With Ebola scares, scientists have been trying to come up with a solution to save everyone. Robots might be the solution. They are trying to come up with a robot that can take care of…
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Muscular Microbots
Students will learn about new technologies being developed in the world of robotics. Microbots are being created to help fight disease, diffuse bombs, and help humanity in all aspects.
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Bill Vollbrecht: Legoland Designer
The story of Bill Vollbrecht and his career are extraordinary! Vollbrecht describes his job and the time and effort his job requires.
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Why Climate Scientists, Oil Drillers And The Military Are Clamoring For Green Ocean Robots
This article is about some of the many uses robotics can be used to help climate scientists, oil drillers, and the military.
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Winters Story
At the age of three, a young dolphin named Winter lost her entire tail and two vertebrae. Now, thanks to her amazing prosthetic tail, Winter is swimming again! Watch the video and re…
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High-Tech Knee Replacement Speeds Recovery
See how Dr. Mehta's new technique for knee replacement is making the lives of many patients less painful. He uses an MRI scan to create a virtual 3-D model, which is then used to figu…
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Bionic Men: Amputees say next-generation prosthetics respond like the real thing
When Stefan Isenberg lost his leg after a garage truck ran over it, he was having trouble adjusting to new prosthetics. However, when he discovered an amazing, new type of prosthetics…
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Scientists create a resilient robot worm that could someday be used in medicine, electronics, spy missions
What can be thrown across the room, mashed with a hammer, and stomped on, yet it will still keep moving forward? Give up? It's the new "Meshworm" created by MIT, Harvard, and Seoul Na…
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12 Advances in Medical Robotics
Robots have become a very critical part in the field of medicine! They are used for a variety of reasons ranging from training new doctors, nurses, and dentists as well as comforting …
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Ocean Engineering
Children will learn what ocean engineers do. This article is a great intoduction for anyone wanting to explore this occupational field.
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Environmental Engineer
Enviornmental Engineers work with water systems. Children and adults can learn about their occupation through this article.
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Revolutionary tool will methodically track fish populations in the ocean
This article is about the Wave Glider, made by Liquid Robotics, and the many applicable uses of this invention.
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Build an Earthquake-Proof Structure
Students will construct a structure out of drinking straws to see if it can withstand an earthquake. Students will learn about the concepts of force and engineering design to accurate…
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Engineering in Reverse
Learn in reverse! Kids will see how products were designed by taking them apart!
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Robot Battle
A programming/stategy game, students will program their robots every move. There are extensive tutorials built into the program, so even the beginner programmers can get started.
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Robots on the Road, Again
Who needs a driver when you have a robot! Learn about the 142 mile challenge where driviers aren't allowed. Photo by Carnegie Mellon University.
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Scientists Uncover How To Swim Through Sand Like a Lizard
By building a snake-like robot a computer model, scientists have been able to mimic the movement that creatures use to move through sand. This development could lead to huge advances …
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Different Types of Robots
Robots are cool themselves, but it's important to show kids that there are a lot of different kids of robots to pique their interests. Check out this article to learn more about all o…
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Genetic Engineering: What is Genetic Engineering
Genetic engineering is the process of taking genes from one species of organism and successfully combining it with another species of organism! This video and article breaks down …
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How Andrew Overcame his Disability
Meet Andrew, an amputee, and learn how he got through the most difficult time in his life with the help of prosthetics!