Normally, not something you want a shark scientist to say. But Eric Stroud is talking about his chemistry-lab quest for the ultimate shark repellent, which he appears to have found. The questions that remain: Does it work on the great white, the ocean’s most fearsome predator? And can a couple of rookie entrepreneurs get it to market? By Charles Bethea.

Ancient masters of engineering, aqueduct builders created a vast network of pipes, channels, and bridges to bring water to Rome, creating in the process an enduring symbol of Roman civilization and innovation.

This bamboo sports hall for a school in Thailand utilizes prefabricated trusses to span more than 17 meters without steel reinforcements or connections.

In the search for ways to efficiently pack a radiation shield to protect manned spacecraft on deep space missions, Nasa is looking to the public for help

Sunlight-powered moisture-absorbing technologies are becoming economical. By Donna J. Nelson.

A sedimentologist weighs in on beach selection, tools and the perfect sand-to-water ratio

A small skin patch harnesses enough power from sweat to run a radio for 48 hours. The same technology could be used to power health sensors of the future

While NASA was figuring out how to use rockets to reach the Moon, a super secret US government project was developing a gigantic reusable spaceship powered by atom bomb explosions that was designed to carry a crew of 20 to the outer Solar System by 1970. By David Szondy.

The USS Ford is following the pattern of all recent weapon system programs. It is years behind schedule and billions over budget because the Pentagon continues to conduct business as usual. By Dan Grazier, Pierre Sprey. (May 30, 2017)

So much to think about when designing.

Engineers have developed a new way to get toxic micropollutants, including pesticides and pharmaceuticals, out of water.

Walk into the virtual worlds! No more constraints for your VR experience!

A chat with Paul Hawken about his ambitious new effort to “map, measure, and model” global warming solutions. By David Roberts.

Field Engineer is an innovative digital marketplace that hires talented engineers on demand. Whether you are a contractor or a buyer, you need to first create an account and provide all the required data. If you are an engineer, you will be asked to pass a background screening test to make sure the information you have entered is correct. After passing the test, you can start applying for the job as well as receive direct invitations from potential clients.

Microsoft’s newly unveiled Surface Laptop uses a material called Alcantara to great effect, improving the user experience and instilling a sense of luxury.

Virgin Galactic had VSS Unity, its upgraded SpaceShipTwo rocket plane, bend its wings into a “feathered” position for the first time in the air. By Alan Boyle.

Feeding your pets is an important bonding ritual. You should avoid employing machines as a full substitute for feeding. But my tigers and I have reached a stalemate RE: Breakfast time By Peter Weissbrod.