Engineering

307 cards. Each one is a 40-second story with a five-minute read behind it. Page 2 of 6.

61. Electrical forces can pull polymer solutions into nanometre-scale fibresResearchers demonstrated that a process called electrospinning can create incredibly fine polymer fibres. By applying electrical forces to a polymer solution or melt, the research…
62. Designing porous metal structures to improve durability against repeated stressResearchers are exploring how intentionally designed porous metals, known as architected cellular or lattice structures, can be engineered for better performance. While these ligh…
63. New control methods improve precision and reduce vibrations in complex systemsResearchers have developed a method to control dynamic systems with higher precision while minimizing the 'chattering' effect—rapid, undesirable vibrations often found in standard…
64. How industrial systems estimate and cancel out unpredictable external disturbancesResearchers have compiled a comprehensive overview of disturbance-observer-based control (DOBC), a method used in industrial sectors for the last forty years. The survey explains …
65. Tandem polymer solar cell certified above 10% efficiencyResearchers developed a new low-bandgap polymer and used it to build a tandem solar cell, which combines layers that absorb different parts of sunlight. Independent testing certif…
66. Model predictive control uses process models to anticipate and optimize system behaviorResearchers reviewing model predictive control (MPC) found that this advanced engineering method allows systems to be managed by predicting future behavior rather than just reacti…
67. Engineering a high-tech trap for modern car thievesWatch how Mark Rober utilizes advanced technology to deploy a sophisticated glitterbomb trap designed to catch car thieves in the act.
68. New class of high-entropy ceramics offers diverse potential for material designResearchers reviewing the emerging field of high-entropy ceramics (HECs) found that these multi-element compounds offer unique opportunities for tailoring material properties. Unl…
69. Why cooling compressed air is vital for modern turbocharged enginesAs engines trend toward downsized turbocharger solutions, managing heat becomes critical. This video examines the fundamental differences between air-to-air and air-to-water inter…
70. What engineering feats define the world's longest bridges?This video examines the construction and scale of the world's longest bridges. It provides a look at the engineering challenges and architectural significance behind these massive…
71. How the monumental Hoover Dam was constructed in the American desertThis video examines the engineering and construction of the Hoover Dam. It provides a historical look at the massive infrastructure project, drawing on archival records to detail …
72. The colossal engineering effort behind the creation of the Walt Disney World resort complex.This video examines the massive construction project required to build Walt Disney World. It provides a look at the history and development of the iconic Florida destination using…
73. Why modern skyscrapers are engineered to trick the wind before it hits themTall buildings face intense wind forces that can compromise structural integrity and pedestrian comfort. This video explores how engineers use cloud-based simulation technology to…
74. Exploring the engineering feats behind the world's most isolated structuresFred Mills examines the construction and logistical challenges of buildings located in the most remote corners of the globe. This video highlights the ingenuity required to establ…
75. How engineering simulation shapes the skyline of New York's Billionaire's RowThis video examines the development of New York's Billionaire's Row, highlighting the complex engineering required to build such massive structures. It explores how modern simulat…
76. Engineering a massive sea-crossing bridge between Hong Kong, Zhuhai, and MacauThis video examines the construction of the Hong Kong-Zhuhai-Macau Bridge, a monumental infrastructure project connecting three major cities across the ocean. It provides an overv…
77. How the elevator transformed urban architecture and enabled the modern skyscraperThis video explores the history of the elevator, tracing its development from a simple vertical transport tool to the essential technology that unlocked the vertical growth of cit…
78. The Most Ambitious Vertical Engineering Projects Currently Rising Across the Global SkylineThis video examines the tallest skyscrapers under construction in 2019. It provides a visual overview of the massive architectural feats and engineering challenges defining the wo…
79. The architectural evolution of skybridges is transforming how we experience urban vertical living.This video explores the modern resurgence of skybridges in global architecture. It examines how these elevated structures are reshaping city skylines and connecting buildings in u…
80. How Disney Imagineers constructed the immersive world of Star Wars Galaxy's EdgeThis video explores the complex engineering and design processes behind the creation of Star Wars Galaxy's Edge. It highlights the collaborative effort required to build an immers…
81. How engineers are constructing the next generation of New York City skyscrapersThis video explores the complex construction of a modern New York City superscraper. It highlights the collaborative effort behind these massive urban projects, showcasing the spe…
82. Engineering the Southern Hemisphere's Tallest Residential Tower in MelbourneThis video explores the construction of Australia's tallest residential building, detailing the complex engineering and architectural challenges involved in creating such a massiv…
83. How do architects and engineers build structures that appear to defy gravity?This video explores the engineering marvels behind structures that seem to challenge physical laws. By examining iconic projects and the professionals who design them, it reveals …
84. How cloud-based simulation technology is transforming modern urban engineering and designNarrated by Fred Mills, this video explores how cloud-based simulation platforms allow engineers to virtually test and optimize building designs. It highlights how modern technolo…
85. Why do we build observation decks that push the limits of human vertigo?This video explores the world's most extreme skyscrapers and observation decks designed to test human nerves. Narrated by Fred Mills, it showcases iconic structures like the Eurek…
86. Why do some of the world's most ambitious architectural visions never leave the drawing board?This video examines the history of monumental skyscrapers that were designed but never constructed. It explores the complex intersection of engineering ambition, economic reality,…
87. Why New York's Vessel deserves a second look beyond the initial public criticismThe B1M explores the engineering and design context of New York's Vessel, a structure that has faced significant public scrutiny. This video provides a deeper look at the project'…
88. Is the race to build the world's tallest skyscraper finally coming to an end?Fred Mills explores the future of supertall architecture and whether we have reached the practical limits of vertical construction. This video examines the engineering, economic, …
89. What happens to the world's tallest buildings when they reach the end of their life?Demolishing a skyscraper is a complex engineering feat that requires careful planning and execution. This video explores the logistical and structural challenges involved in takin…
90. Australia's tallest skyscraper reaches new heights in a feat of modern engineering.This video explores the construction and development of Australia's newest record-breaking skyscraper. Narrated by Dan Cortese, it provides an inside look at the massive project, …
91. The massive engineering challenge behind restoring London's most iconic clock towerThis documentary explores the intricate restoration of Big Ben, detailing the complex technical work required to preserve the historic structure. Produced in January 2020, it prov…
92. What defines the most ambitious engineering feats currently shaping our modern world?This video explores a selection of the world's most impressive megaprojects. By examining these massive construction efforts, it highlights the scale and complexity required to ex…
93. How humanity plans to construct sustainable habitats on the surface of MarsBuilding on Mars requires overcoming extreme environmental challenges. This video examines the collaborative efforts between architects, space agencies, and technology firms to de…
94. How modern engineering is transforming the world's most iconic sports stadiumsThis video explores the complex engineering feats behind major stadium renovations. It highlights how architects and infrastructure experts are modernizing legendary venues to mee…
95. Engineering the impossible: How the world's thinnest skyscraper defies structural expectations.This video explores the construction of the world's thinnest skyscraper, detailing the architectural and engineering feats required to build such a slender structure in a dense ur…
96. How do the world's most massive engineering feats actually stack up against each other?This video explores the immense scale of the world's largest dams. It provides a visual comparison of these colossal structures, offering context on the engineering required to ma…
97. How digital collaboration tools enabled the construction of a two billion dollar skyscraper.This video explores the complex construction of the Crown Sydney Hotel and Resort. It highlights how modern digital collaboration software allowed teams to manage the massive proj…
98. The struggle to construct San Francisco's iconic, unconventional Transamerica Pyramid skyscraper.This video examines the challenging development of the Transamerica Pyramid. It details the architectural and public hurdles faced during its construction, providing insight into …
99. Exploring the most ambitious engineering feats designed to unlock the secrets of our universe.This video examines the massive infrastructure projects built to advance scientific discovery. Narrated by Fred Mills, it highlights the complex engineering behind global faciliti…
100. Norway is building the world's first tunnel designed for massive cruise shipsEngineers are currently working on a massive infrastructure project in Norway: a tunnel built specifically to accommodate large cruise ships. This video explores the technical amb…
101. Dubai has officially constructed the world's longest cantilever structure.This video explores the engineering behind Dubai's record-breaking cantilever. It provides a look at the construction process and the scale of this architectural feat, offering co…
102. How Brooklyn's first supertall skyscraper is reshaping the city's iconic skylineThis video explores the development of Brooklyn's first supertall skyscraper, examining the engineering and architectural ambition behind this landmark project. It provides a look…
103. How New York City transformed a decaying pier into a floating public parkDiscover the engineering and design story behind Little Island, the unique public park built over the Hudson River. This video explores the complex process of creating this archit…
104. Las Vegas is constructing the most massive spherical structure on the planetLas Vegas is currently home to a massive construction project: the world's largest sphere. This video explores the scale and ambition behind this architectural feat, detailing the…
105. How China built a massive sporting super-complex to host international eventsThis video explores the architectural and engineering scale behind China's major sporting infrastructure. It provides context on the construction efforts required to host global c…
106. Dubai has officially reinvented the wheel with the world's largest observation structure.This video explores the construction of Dubai's massive observation wheel. It provides an overview of the engineering feat behind this record-breaking landmark, highlighting the c…
107. Why London's 40 Leadenhall Street is being called the city's own Gotham CityThis video explores the construction and design of 40 Leadenhall Street, a major skyscraper project in London. Often referred to as Gotham City, the building represents a signific…
108. How engineers constructed a massive development directly over an active railway networkBuilding a mega-development requires overcoming significant spatial constraints. This video examines the engineering feat of constructing Hudson Yards, a project built atop an act…
109. How engineers are constructing the tallest skyscraper in the history of AustraliaThis video explores the ambitious engineering and architectural project behind Australia's tallest skyscraper. It provides a behind-the-scenes look at the design and construction …
110. Japan’s massive concrete barrier: a 400-kilometre shield against the ocean’s destructive power.This video examines Japan's extensive 400-kilometre tsunami shield, a critical piece of infrastructure designed to protect coastal regions. It explores the engineering and strateg…
111. How modern engineering pushes the boundaries of stadium scale and architectural complexityThis video examines the massive scale of the world's largest stadiums, highlighting the engineering feats required to construct these colossal venues. It provides context on the d…
112. Is the Merdeka 118 the final megatall skyscraper the world will ever see?This video examines the construction of the Merdeka 118 in Malaysia, a structure that stands as a potential final entry in the era of megatall skyscraper development. It provides …
113. The engineering feat of relocating entire buildings rather than tearing them downMoving a building is a complex engineering challenge that preserves structures instead of demolishing them. This video explores the specialized techniques and logistical planning …
114. What occurs when a 60 mph Jeep hits a 155,000 lb tow strap?This video investigates the physics of a high-speed collision between a moving vehicle and a stationary object. By analyzing the necessary length and strength of a tow strap, it e…
115. Why electric cars feel faster off the line than high-performance gasoline enginesElectric motors and internal combustion engines deliver power differently. This video compares the Nissan Leaf and the Honda S2000 to explain how torque at zero RPM versus high-re…
116. Why the two-stroke opposed-piston engine is a masterclass in mechanical efficiencyEngineering Explained breaks down the unique design of the Achates Power opposed-piston diesel engine. By using two pistons per cylinder and a two-stroke cycle, this engine achiev…
117. Why the dream of carbon-free hydrogen combustion engines may be a mistakeHydrogen combustion engines offer the familiar sound and feel of a traditional piston engine without carbon emissions. However, a more logical alternative to this technology may r…
118. Can hydrogen fuel replace gasoline in our existing internal combustion engines?Hydrogen combustion engines offer potential gains in efficiency and lower emissions compared to traditional gasoline engines. This video breaks down the fundamental physical and c…
119. How a 3D printed model reveals the elegant mechanics of a rotary engineThe Wankel rotary engine is famous for its simplicity, relying on just three moving parts. This video uses a 1/3rd scale 3D printed model of the Mazda 13B-REW engine to demonstrat…
120. Is Tesla's Five Thousand Dollar Autopilot Package Actually Worth Your Investment?This breakdown examines the technical capabilities of Tesla's driver assistance system. By detailing the sensor suite and operational functions, it helps potential buyers determin…

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