All posts by Mackenzie McCarty
3 Real-World Uses of Simulation in the Manufacturing Industry
Modeling and simulation enable those working in the manufacturing industry to optimize designs while cutting down on costs, resources, and time — without sacrificing precision. Explore 3 examples.
Simulating a Valveless Micropump Mechanism
Valveless micropumps are integral to many microfluidic systems. Simulation can be used to study the fluid–structure interaction occurring in these components to improve their performance.
Happy Birthday, Vera Rubin
Vera Rubin found groundbreaking evidence of dark matter in the 1970s. Today, scientists know that dark matter makes up around 84% of the universe. Learn more about her discovery here.
Happy Birthday, Chien-Shiung Wu
Chien-Shiung Wu conducted an experiment that changed the world of physics. Explore her life, discoveries, and legacy.
5 Real-World Examples of Modeling and Simulation for Food Safety
Consumer confidence in food safety reached a record low in 2024, making it important for companies to guarantee the safety of their products. Find out how modeling and simulation can help.
Happy Birthday, Harold Edgerton
Learn about the life, work, and legacy of Harold Edgerton, an engineer and photographer best known for revolutionizing strobe light and action photography.
Happy Birthday, Hermann Staudinger
Hermann Staudinger developed a macromolecular theory that laid the groundwork for the development of polymer chemistry. Explore his life, discoveries, and legacy here.
Analyzing the “Muscles” of a Robotic Manta Ray
Robotic manta rays allow scientists to gather data for marine biodiversity studies. Find out how simulation can be used to analyze the “muscles” of these soft robots.