ME Mag

On November 9, 1975, a well-built ship, known for its reliability, departed from Superior, Wis., with a fully loaded cargo hold. Find out what you know when it comes to the engineering of the Edmund Fitzgerald. asme.org/topics-resourc…

Mechanical engineers must embrace the critical, foundational skill of persuasive speaking and communicating in front of a group as an essential way to grow and achieve career advancement. asme.org/topics-resourc…

A flexible new patch from RMIT engineers tracks wounds through pH, temperature, and inflammation data, which gives doctors real time insight, improves recovery, and lowers healthcare costs. asme.org/topics-resourc…

At a time when decarbonization efforts are kicking into overdrive, thermal energy storage systems are getting glowing reviews. If you are an ASME member, please check out, “A Better Way to Store the Sun.” magazine.asme.org/issues/februar…

Pedaling near and far is easier than ever thanks to electric bicycles. See what you know about these contraptions with this ASME quiz. asme.org/topics-resourc…

Amid pressure to “get the work done” and need for affordable, creative solutions, organizations are increasing embracing robots and AI in nearly every industry from reclamation to manufacturing. asme.org/topics-resourc…

Synthetic ice just got sleeker. Glice’s latest surface mimics and even outperforms real ice, using nano engineered polymers that let skaters glide year round with no Zamboni required. asme.org/topics-resourc…

Simulating powerful seismic forces on a full-scale, a 10-story steel structure reveals how buildings behave, not just how they should perform, during an earthquake. asme.org/topics-resourc…

A team at Shanghai University has developed a unique bionic eye structure that allows a robotic eye to look in all directions. If you are an ASME member, please check out, “Robotic Eyes Boast Three Degrees of Freedom.” magazine.asme.org/issues/january…

What started as a solution to a single problem has grown to a service offering at Ford facilities worldwide. asme.org/topics-resourc…

A new material could provide a safer alternative to the non-stick “forever chemicals” commonly used in cookware. asme.org/topics-resourc…

Researchers at the University of Minnesota are using 3D-printed scaffolds to promote stem cell growth, paving the way for new spinal cord injury treatments and potential mobility restoration. asme.org/topics-resourc…

The skies have it: where daring aviators, clever mechanics, and bold ideas took flight. From Kitty Hawk to Top Gun, how well do you know your aviation history? asme.org/topics-resourc…

Expert tips on turning your engineering experience into a compelling resume. If you are an ASME member, please check out, “Building a Competitive Resume That Gets Noticed.” magazine.asme.org/issues/january…

A San Francisco-based startup is making robotic inroads to improve recycling processes. asme.org/topics-resourc…

No organization is immune to the problem of coworkers who don’t fully contribute. But when someone on the team is coming up short, don’t rush to conclusions. asme.org/topics-resourc…

Mechanical engineering students at Purdue University in Indianapolis designed a customized electric toy car for a child with a rare disorder, giving her more mobility and independence. asme.org/topics-resourc…

After decades of work to make practical fusion power a reality, there’s still no agreement on what a commercial fusion reactor would look like or how it would work. If you are an ASME member, please check out, “Fission within Fusion.” magazine.asme.org/issues/january…

Nominations are open for the 2026 Mechanical Engineering Watch List, an annual selection of early-career engineers making meaningful contributions across the profession. Submit your nomination today. airtable.com/appFEFavTIdU4t…

Mechanical engineers work across the United States in every sector of manufacturing. Find out what you know when it comes to the manufacturers that employ and pay MEs with this ASME quiz. asme.org/topics-resourc…