A torsion tester is a machine that twists a material specimen, such as an iron bar, to measure ultimate torque, but also continuous or intermittent torque loading in both directions of rotation.
The world’s largest airship, the Skyship 600, made its way through the clouds on a month long journey across the U.S.
Powerful x-rays can now be used to rapidly and accurately detect gold in ore samples, thanks to a new technique developed by CSIRO, Australia.
Researchers at Massachusetts Institute of Technology, Cambridge, say they found a way to improve the efficiency of steam condensation—the key to worldwide production of electricity and clean water.
NASA’s microgravity materials science program supports materials research conducted on the International Space Station (ISS).
