2015

Oct 15, 2015

Researchers use ‘Avatar’ experiments to get leg up on locomotion

Using an “Avatar”-like bio-robotic motor system that integrates a real muscle and tendon along with a computer controlled nerve stimulator acting as the avatar’s spinal cord, NC State University researchers have taken a giant leap closer to understanding locomotion from the leg up. 

Oct 12, 2015

Dielectric film has refractive index close to air for photonics applications

Researchers from NC State University have developed a dielectric film that has optical and electrical properties similar to air, but is strong enough to be incorporated into electronic and photonic devices – making them both more efficient and more mechanically stable. 

Oct 8, 2015

Engineering graduate reflects on impact of private support

“All of my years at NC State were completely paid for by scholarships and financial-aid grants,” Thomas said. “That has been a great blessing." 

Oct 7, 2015

Researchers aim to develop new techniques for creating high-temperature alloys

NC State University is taking the lead in a new initiative aimed at addressing fundamental scientific questions that could lead to the development of so-called “entropy-stabilized alloys” that can withstand extremely high temperatures. 

Oct 6, 2015

Fall/Winter 2015 NC State Engineering Magazine

The Fall/Winter 2015 NC State Engineering magazine is just out. 

Oct 6, 2015

NC State Engineering Annual Giving

Have you made your annual gift to the College of Engineering? Gifts from alumni like you keep the College moving forward by supporting faculty and student recruitment and retention efforts. Your donation is a great way to make sure the opportunity that meant so much to you is there for students today. If you would… 

Oct 6, 2015

From concept to commercialization

Benanova wants to take NC State research into the marketplace 

Oct 6, 2015

More than a nail polish

A powerful tool for preventing sexual assault begins with a senior design project 

Oct 6, 2015

Alumnus makes the College a part of his estate plans

When it came time to make estate plans, setting up a way to support the College of Engineering made sense for Van Delk.