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Jul 12, 2021
Centuries-old tools reveal how the Chikasha people fought off conquistadors
Hernando de Soto's expedition ultimately failed, but they left an almost literal trail of breadcrumbs in their wake.
Mar 24, 2021
These airless bike tires rely on a metal alloy designed for NASA rovers
The Smart Bike Company's METL tires rely on a NASA-developed alloy material to create an airless tire.
Jun 15, 2019
More electric cars means more mining, but recycling could help minimize the impact
Experts call for recycling EV batteries to meet the growing demand for lithium and cobalt.
May 11, 2018
Aluminum production could get much better for the environment
The breakthrough is great news for your gadgets
Oct 19, 2017
Neutron star collisions may have created most of the gold in the universe
All that glitters is a neutron star collision.
Jun 1, 2015
Why Would People Steal Copper From A Subway?
It's all about the Abrahams (you know, like the penny...)
Jan 22, 2015
Laser-Blasted Metal Forms A Self-Cleaning Non-Stick Surface
The technique could make faster vehicles and improve sanitation in the developing world
Jun 19, 2014
The Man Who’s Making A Home 3-D Metal Printer
Plus other ways to get your ideas cast in steel, bronze, and bismuth alloy
