A new device is bringing together the two somewhat disparate worlds of engineering and ballet. When most folks think of ballet, often the first thing that comes to mind are pointe shoes, which help make dancing on your toes possible. Traditional pointe shoes are still made with paste, fabric and cardboard, although some makers now use synthetic materials. But when it comes to learning how to dance in these shoes, in addition to proper form and technique, alignment is everything. A team of students at Johns Hopkins University’s Whiting School of Engineering has developed a solution called PointeSense, which is a smart toe pad and ankle band designed to help prevent injuries by ensuring that dancers are achieving that elusive perfect alignment. Christine Fernandez, a biomedical engineering major, and Kaitlyn Kumar, a master’s student in robotics, are both ballet dancers and co-inventors on PointeSense. They join ASME TechCast to share some insights into how they developed the device, what makes it work, and what lies ahead.
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What Engineers Often Overlook About Glass Materials
In this final episode of our four-part series with SCHOTT, we explore the lesser-known capabilities of glass materials and why they deserve a closer look from engineers.Tina Gallo and Zach Wimmer return to share how SCHOTT collaborates with engineers across industries, guiding material selection and innovation at every stage. Learn more at schott.com.
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Glass Built for Extreme Temps
In this episode, we speak with Zach Wimmer, Director of Applications Engineering at SCHOTT, about a specialty glass-ceramic engineered to withstand continuous use at up to 1100°F and thermal shocks from temperatures as high as 1700°F. Listen in on how NEXTREMA® is helping engineers solve tough challenges in high-heat environments.This episode is part three of a four-part series. To learn more about how SCHOTT’s specialty glass solutions can support your next breakthrough, visit schott.com.
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Podcast: Waste Heat Reuse
Aaron Wemhoff, professor of mechanical engineering at Villanova University, examines waste heat generated by data centers and posits that the situation is as much an opportunity as a challenge.
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Borosilicate, the Duct Tape of Glass
Tina Gallo of SCHOTT joins us in this episode to discuss the remarkable versatility of borosilicate glass. From its pharmaceutical origins to its role in fusion reactors, space telescopes, and microelectronics, learn how Borofloat® is helping engineers meet the demands of today’s most advanced technologies.This episode is part two of a four-part series. To learn more about how SCHOTT’s specialty glass solutions can support your next breakthrough, visit schott.com.
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