Paradigm Shifters

Georgia Tech is making advancements in technology that are paving the way for a more sustainable and efficient future. One such breakthrough is a revolutionary system designed to provide cheaper, carbon-free charging for electric vehicles (EVs), significantly reducing the strain on the electric grid as the number of EVs on the road increases. In the medical field, a groundbreaking surgical robot is transforming procedures like angioplasty by enabling doctors to navigate blood vessels with unprecedented precision, enhancing patient outcomes. Additionally, a new combustor that utilizes carbon-free fuels is set to revolutionize the aviation and heating industries, offering a cleaner alternative to traditional fossil fuels. These innovations — and more — collectively represent a paradigm shift, promising to reshape our approach to energy, healthcare, and environmental sustainability.

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New Smart Charger May Pave the Way for More EVs

The revolutionary system allows for cheaper, carbon-free charging and aims to reduce the burden on the electric grid as more EVs enter the roadway.

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World’s Smallest Robotic Guidewire Improves Surgical Precision

The robot is a groundbreaking surgical device that helps doctors navigate blood vessels with precision during procedures like angioplasty.

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Researchers Create a Low-Emission, Fuel-Flexible Combustion System

This new combustor uses carbon-free fuels that will power planes and heat buildings.