Science

MIT Scientists Create Goo-Powered Batteries To Replace Lithium-Ion

MIT scientists have developed new battery technology that lets you fill a battery with goo instead of throwing it away or recharging it when it’s drained.


May 2, 2011
Entertainment

Interactive, Musical "Kendall Band" Sculpture Reborn At Cambridge’s Kendall/MIT Station

Kendall Station, the MIT stop here in Massachusetts, was once home to this musical, interactive art piece called the “Kendall Band.” Now, thanks to students at MIT, the music rings again as part of the university’s 150th anniversary.


January 3, 2011
Gadgets

Meet Charles, The Disembodied, Terror-Inducing GPS Navigator Robot

You know what’s not terrifying enough? GPS systems. Thank goodness for Charles.


February 13, 2010

Crowbot Puts An Army Of Crows At Your Command

If this Crowbot, which can attract and repel crows with the playback of different recordings, isn’t quite weird enough for you, wait until you hear about Crowbot Jenny, the elusive superhero babe who uses it to command her crow army.