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Maglev Trains

By: Peyton Farahi, Journalist
Experts believe that maglev trains could play an important role in the future of sustainable transportation. As technology improves and clean energy becomes more common, maglev systems may become more practical and affordable.
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RC Cars

RC Cars

By: Danny Lizama, Journalist
RC cars are more than just toys—they are valuable tools for learning about engineering and transportation technology. By helping students understand how electric motors and batteries work, RC cars can inspire future innovations that reduce pollution and protect the environment.
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Electric Skateboards

Electric Skateboards

By: Ethan Page, Journalist
There is currently no way to create a transportation product that is completely free of environmental impact. However, engineers can continue finding ways to reduce pollution by using cleaner energy sources and more sustainable materials. My electric skateboard is designed to move us one step closer to that goal.
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E-Bikes

By: Ameen Nassar, Journalist
Conversion kit e-bikes provide an affordable and environmentally friendly alternative to buying a brand-new electric bike. They help reduce waste by giving old bicycles a new purpose while making electric transportation more accessible to a wider range of people.
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Improving Package Delivery

By: Adam Khan, Journalist
Every day, millions of packages are delivered to homes and businesses around the world. However, traditional delivery systems often face problems such as traffic, high fuel costs, delivery delays, and human error. These challenges can increase costs for companies, frustrate customers, and create more pollution from delivery trucks. Engineers are now exploring new ways to deliver packages that are faster, more reliable, and better for the environment.
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E-Bikes

E-Bikes

By: Alexander Hernandez, Journalist
As pollution continues to be a growing problem, e-bikes offer a promising solution that can help protect the environment while providing affordable and efficient transportation for people of all ages.
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The Humble Air Pump

By: Gregory Bosworth, Journalist
Companies around the world sell pumps because they provide a useful solution to a common problem. By creating a low-cost version with interchangeable nozzles, this project aims to make air pumps more affordable and accessible while helping people keep their equipment inflated and ready to use.
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CO₂ Dragster Cars

CO₂ Dragster Cars

By: Phu Bui, Journalist
CO₂ dragsters are more than just miniature race cars. They teach students about aerodynamics, engineering, and the importance of testing and improving designs. By understanding how weight, friction, and air resistance affect speed, students gain valuable knowledge that can be applied to future technologies and transportation systems.
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Cars

Cars

By: Anthony Camacho, Journalist
Gasoline has powered cars for over a 100 years, but it’s time for a change. The risks of gasoline from breathing problems to climate change are too big to ignore. Electric cars, hybrids, and cleaner fuels show us a path to sustainable transportation.
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E-Bikes

E-Bikes

By: Elio Escalante Aguilar, Journalist
E-bikes are an exciting transportation technology that benefits both people and the environment. They reduce pollution, provide affordable travel options, and offer a practical alternative to driving. Although challenges such as battery life and range anxiety still exist, engineers continue to develop new solutions that make e-bikes more dependable.
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Ebikes

Ebikes

By: Kevin Cabrera Reyes, Journalist
E-bikes offer a sustainable, cost-effective, and practical alternative to driving. They help people by reducing commute times, bypassing traffic, and providing sweat-free exercise. For the environment, e-bikes produce zero tailpipe emissions, require significantly less energy and raw materials than cars, and dramatically reduce a rider's carbon footprint.
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