Nanosatellite thruster emits pure ions
Study is first demonstration of a fully 3D-printed thruster using pure ion emission for propulsion.
MIT to share in $3.2 million grant to create a statewide technician-training program in advanced manufacturing
MassBridge will create curriculum for the advanced manufacturing needs of today’s economy.
When playing favorites can hurt growth
Study finds China’s industrial-park policy is better for productivity when political connections are not a factor.
Better learning with shape-shifting objects
MIT study shows the power of adaptive training tools, like a basketball hoop that shrinks and raises as you make shots.
This 3D printer doesn’t gloss over the details
New system enables realistic variations in glossiness across a 3D-printed surface. The advance could aid fine art reproduction and the design of prosthetics.
Why we shouldn’t fear the future of work
MIT task force wraps up with a final conference, sounds note of optimism that new ideas, better policies can help sustain good careers.
MIT forum examines the rise of automation in the workplace
Technologies like robots and artificial intelligence could partner with humans, not oust them from work, research and business leaders say.
Drawn to big challenges, from GM to Caterpillar
For Denise Johnson MS '97, Caterpillar Group president and MIT Leaders for Global Operations alumna, leadership is all about “continuous improvement.”
Report outlines route toward better jobs, wider prosperity
MIT Task Force on the Work of the Future identifies ways to align new technologies with durable careers.
Electronic design tool morphs interactive objects
MorphSensor lets users digitally model an object’s form and electronic function in one integrated space.
3 Questions: Ram Sasisekharan on hastening vaccines and treatments
Biological engineer discusses condensing the time taken to develop therapeutics down from many years to a matter of months.
MIT researchers and collaborators work to prepare manufacturers for future crises
A new NSF-funded project is developing a model to help manufacturers pivot and produce personal protective equipment.
SMART researchers develop fast and efficient method to produce red blood cells
New technology cuts cell culture time by half and uses more targeted cell sorting and purification methods.
Helping robots avoid collisions
Realtime Robotics has created a controller that helps robots safely move around on the fly.
The factory of the future, batteries not included
Everactive provides an industrial “internet of things” platform built on its battery-free sensors.