Fluid dynamics
Fluid dynamics

Perturbation Theory: A Powerful Mathematical Key to Understanding Complex Systems

Originating in the early 20th century, it provided a mathematical framework to analyze problems by introducing small perturbations to known solutions. This approach enables us to tackle intricate phenomena in quantum mechanics, fluid dynamics, and engi…

New prediction model could improve the reliability of fusion power plants

The approach combines physics and machine learning to avoid damaging disruptions when powering down tokamak fusion machines.

Want to design the car of the future? Here are 8,000 designs to get you started.

MIT engineers developed the largest open-source dataset of car designs, including their aerodynamics, that could speed design of eco-friendly cars and electric vehicles.

MIT-derived algorithm helps forecast the frequency of extreme weather

The new approach “nudges” existing climate simulations closer to future reality.