Beyond Flatland: Exploring the Possible Shapes of the Universe
Preksha Madhva Preksha Madhva Preksha Madhva Preksha Madhva

Beyond Flatland: Exploring the Possible Shapes of the Universe

5 minute read - Flat like a pancake, curved like a sphere, or twisted like a cosmic donut? The shape of the universe is one of the greatest mysteries in cosmology, and its answer could reveal the fate of everything. Robotics Engineer Preksha Sanjay Madhva dives into the mind-bending possibilities of our universe’s geometry—from infinite expansion to a cosmic wraparound effect.

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3D Printing and Space Manufacturing - One Layer at a Time
Preksha Madhva Preksha Madhva Preksha Madhva Preksha Madhva

3D Printing and Space Manufacturing - One Layer at a Time

5 minute read - From on-demand tools to building lunar colonies, 3D printing is revolutionizing space missions. By reducing costly resupply needs and enabling in-space manufacturing, it’s paving the way for sustainable exploration beyond Earth. Can it overcome the extreme challenges of space to truly support the next era of deep space exploration?

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Skyhooks, Space Elevators, and Other Things We Can't Build Yet
Preksha Madhva Preksha Madhva Preksha Madhva Preksha Madhva

Skyhooks, Space Elevators, and Other Things We Can't Build Yet

7 minute read - Have you ever wondered if there’s a better way to get to space than rockets? Robotics Engineer Preksha Sanjay Madhva breaks down futuristic concepts like space elevators, skyhooks, and other ideas that could revolutionize space travel. From reducing fuel costs to carrying larger payloads, these innovative ideas could change how we explore the cosmos - if we can solve their massive engineering challenges.

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Biomimetics and Living Machines: How Lessons from Nature can Transform Technology
Preksha Madhva Preksha Madhva Preksha Madhva Preksha Madhva

Biomimetics and Living Machines: How Lessons from Nature can Transform Technology

5 minute read - How can nature's ingenuity revolutionize technology? From the archerfish's precision aim to the self-cleaning properties of lotus leaves, nature's designs are incredibly efficient and effective. Biomimicry harnesses these natural marvels to solve human problems in innovative, sustainable ways. Discover how bio-inspired locomotion, structure, grasping, sensing, and even the creation of living machines are shaping a sustainable future.

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