<?xml version="1.0" encoding="UTF-8"?><rss xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/" xmlns:content="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/content/" xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom" version="2.0"><channel><title><![CDATA[IDEELab (Innovation, Design, and Engineering Education Laboratory)]]></title><description><![CDATA[The IDEELab at Mississippi State University is a cutting-edge engineering and innovation hub. 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Offering dynamic testing, digital strain mapping, and hardware development across industries, Standard Mechanics proves that IDEELab isn’t just a lab—it’s a launchpad for innovation.]]></description><link>https://www.ideelab.org/post/startup-spotlight-standard-mechanics-turns-research-into-reality</link><guid isPermaLink="false">67f94660e2fa4bec3f0fde54</guid><category><![CDATA[IDEELab Innovations]]></category><pubDate>Fri, 11 Apr 2025 16:45:52 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/4bbcbf_884615324a964010ab4e45cff08cf11a~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_299,h_294,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Mississippi State University • IDEELab</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[The Revolutionary Impact of IDEELab’s Ultra-High-Strength Steel Alloy in Tool Performance]]></title><description><![CDATA[Mississippi State’s IDEELab developed a new ultra-high-strength steel alloy that balances toughness and durability—perfect for high-impact tools. Licensed by Milwaukee Tool, this alloy improves performance and lifespan for drill bits and accessories. It’s a powerful example of university research driving real-world innovation in manufacturing and materials science.]]></description><link>https://www.ideelab.org/post/forged-for-impact-the-ultra-tough-steel-alloy-born-at-ideelab</link><guid isPermaLink="false">67f9452ecbbe0c39b8388cc0</guid><category><![CDATA[IDEELab Innovations]]></category><pubDate>Fri, 11 Apr 2025 16:39:47 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/4bbcbf_3666c78223ad4e3f8884c1ed4e520982~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_428,h_286,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Mississippi State University • IDEELab</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Capturing Rapid Deformations: The High-Speed Optical Extensometer]]></title><description><![CDATA[Mississippi State University’s IDEELab has developed a High-Speed Optical Extensometer capable of capturing deformation at up to 300,000 frames per second. Designed for dynamic testing like SHPB experiments, this non-contact tool delivers high-resolution strain data without interfering with material response. Now used commercially by REL, Inc., it’s transforming accuracy in material science and impact testing.]]></description><link>https://www.ideelab.org/post/capturing-rapid-deformations-the-high-speed-optical-extensometer</link><guid isPermaLink="false">67f93d099a3949b1b4cc2298</guid><category><![CDATA[IDEELab Innovations]]></category><pubDate>Fri, 11 Apr 2025 16:35:16 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/4bbcbf_91561a8b48614e72bea1aee6647f677c~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Mississippi State University • IDEELab</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Revolutionizing Impact Testing: The Compact Impact Wave Guide]]></title><description><![CDATA[Mississippi State’s IDEELab developed the Compact Impact Wave Guide, a breakthrough tool using serpentine striker bar technology to create high-intensity stress waves in compact setups. Partnering with REL, Inc., the team brought this innovation to industry, enabling precise material testing in aerospace, defense, and manufacturing. 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