Scientists have been trying to use nuclear power in outer space for decades now, with varying results. Unlike traditional solar power, nuclear power systems take up less space and can be used in areas without access to the sun. Some estimates even suggest that proper usage of nuclear can reduce both cost and flight time. […]

One of the earliest applications of electricity was the creation of the electric motor. The first DC electric motor appeared in 1832, invented by William Sturgeon. Hippolyte Pixii is cited with creating the first AC motor around the same time. While nearly 200 years have passed, the overall design for a motor hasn’t changed.  Amazingly, […]

Solar power should be, by all accounts, more popular than it already is. While technically not an infinite resource, the sun will be around long enough to provide plenty of energy. The science behind solar panels is simple and they’re easy to make. It’s only thanks to a select few that solar farms aren’t a […]