Much of the world’s energy usage goes toward heating or cooling our buildings. But that could change if engineers are successful at making the perfect insulator.

As 2017 draws to a close, let’s take a look back at a few of this year’s engineering innovations that we covered.

This Christmas, Santa made his annual flight, delivering presents to children around the globe. But how does one man—even with all those elves—accomplish such a feat?

Robots could interact more closely humans, and have a gentler touch, if all their parts could be soft. So researchers are working to give them muscles.

The rapidly advancing technology of virtual reality may have a role in addressing the opioid crisis.

One solution to the increasing D-C rat population might be “smart” trash cans. And they have other benefits too.

Researchers have engineered a new chemical that stores solar heat, and releases it when needed. It could one day warm your clothes and de-ice your windshield.

Researchers are working on a potential new renewable energy source…that could do double-duty, by conserving water too.

At a recent summit focused on global Grand Challenges for engineering, students participated in a contest to create podcasts on “How to Change the World.”

A large jet burns about one gallon of fossil fuel every second. So engineers are looking toward renewable sources, including crops.