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This article was taken from the July 2013 issue of Wired magazine. Be the first to read Wired's articles in print before they're posted online, and get your hands on ...

Perfection is passé and smart homes are out. In the new year, designers are eschewing the shiny and excessively chic in favor of spaces with a human touch. White oak slats and cork cladding give ...

Wang is the lead author of the discovery, which was recently published in Proceedings of the Royal Society. Co-authors include BYU professor Larry Howell, a global expert on compliant mechanisms ...

Unlock the fascinating world of geometry as we explore every complex shape explained in clear, simple terms. From polygons and polyhedra to spirals, fractals, and impossible-looking structures, this ...

Nearly 30 years of back-to-back World Wars, punctuated by the Great Depression, ended Aug. 15, 1945. Our country was ready for a reboot; to move forward, to grow, to put the past behind and move on.