External strain can be detected by the wavelength and intensity of this sensor’s light signal for improved detection and resistance to interference.
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Pioneers in Science: John Mather
With the launch of the James Webb Telescope, this edition of Pioneers in Science honors an integral member of its mission: John Mather.
New drone claw prefers crash landings
A simple crash landing allows drones to perch while minimizing the need for complicated control strategies that increase computational load.
This month in pictures
Living optical fibers, nickel skeletons, and superconducting graphene — this edition of our Science in pictures series contains more incredible images selected by our editors.
Accessing forbidden colors using “twisted” nanoparticles
Scientists have found a way to reveal forbidden colors of light through a new physical effect.
Asynchronous insect flight inspires artificial flyers
An asynchronous and self-adaptive flyer can adjust the frequency and amplitude of its wings under specific external disturbances.
Becky Smethurst: “My hobby is my job, with a bit of extra stress”
Your “friendly neighborhood astrophysicist” Becky Smethurst is enthusiastically exploring the universe and educating us along the way.
Ring origami offers new strategy for “extreme” packaging
An origami-based design enables self-guided folding and deployment of pop-up structures for various biomedical, robotic, and aerospace applications.
The future of athletics? Smart ping pong paddles.
Ping pong is one of the Olympics’ most gripping sports, and researchers in China are trying to make ping pong paddles smart.
Pioneers in Science: George Whitesides
An imaginative scientist and inventor, Whitesides’ work extends beyond the borders of chemistry, tackling diverse and challenging problems to meet society’s needs.
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