INSPIRING YOU WITH... A water- and ocean-themed edition, featuring: an epic water slide with a clear tube that passes through a lagoon filled with sharks; the groundbreaking ultrasound technology being used to study manta ray pregnancies; a cutting-edge maritime simulator; and more!

A curated collection of fluid dispensing content to make it easy for you to make smart manufacturing decisions. See why engineers from the aerospace to wearable industries are working with Nordson EFD to design their next great solution.

INSPIRING YOU WITH... 3D printing prosthetics for dogs, horses, and other animals; shooting a microdrama musical in a vertical format; protecting scents and flavors during production with the right materials; and more!

INSPIRING YOU WITH... Drones that navigate like bats; a new stone carving process developed by Disney Imagineering; a custom motor that keeps plants happy in a countertop garden; and more!

INSPIRING YOU WITH... Tower rides at theme parks; LED systems that travel from rodeos to Red Rocks; a University building with a moving roof that provides shade even as the light changes; and more!

INSPIRING YOU WITH... The process of sculpting a digital character; the engineering behind an environmental emergency training center; blending light, artistic design, and engineering; and more!

INSPIRING YOU WITH... A zero-emissions movie set; the communication infrastructure for the first vertical spaceport in Europe; a versatile and scalable vehicle; and more!

IN THIS DIGEST: Vehicles, vehicles, and more vehicles! Read about the world's first electric snowbike; how car developers use sound and vibration simulation for development; the latest technology behind EV charging; and more!

IN THIS DIGEST: The advanced automation and water technology that keeps a 120,000 square foot water park operating smoothly; how a telescope adjusts for atmospheric variation automatically; transforming the Washington Monument with a complex array of projection mapping; and more!

IN THIS DIGEST: How LED displays and real-time CGI could replace green screens in film; impact-absorbing innovation in sports gear materials is helping athletes avoid bone, joint, and brain damage; what it's like to step inside an anechoic chamber; and more!

IN THIS DIGEST: A recap of the epic applications, innovative solutions, and cool case studies we featured at MD&M West, spanning industries from automation to materials to software and more. If you were at the show, we hope you returned home feeling as inspired as we did!

IN THIS DIGEST: Animatronic eagles soar in the Rose Parade; the seven considerations behind the most ambitious aquarium designs; how scientists are listening in on blue whales; and more.

IN THIS ROUNDUP: To mark the end of 2025, this week, we're featuring our top-performing stories across eight different tech categories, from 3D Printing to Robotics. Theme parks, movies, sports, and other forms of entertainment all require innovative technology — and that tech comes from engineers across all industries. We hope you see yourself and your work reflected in these pieces!

IN THIS DIGEST: The next-level components behind NASCAR's upgraded machining processes; a creative custom solution for a servo drive's deep sea application; the advanced system that keeps a roller coaster hybrid ride running smoothly; a December note from EE Editor-in-Chief Terry Persun; and more.

IN THIS DIGEST: Mushrooms playing music with bionic arms; a dance performance that utilizes motion capture and drones; an inventive electric utility vehicle; Wicked technology on Broadway (in case you missed it); and much more.

IN THIS DIGEST: The water systems behind the most technologically advanced Legoland; how a music fest provided optimal concert sound while reducing noise in the surrounding community; and a sushi dispenser that can be used in space (yes, really).

IN THIS ROUNDUP: This week, we're featuring nine stories across eight different tech categories that exemplify Entertainment Engineering's ethos of "technology transfer," where you, our reader, can learn about a creative solution from one industry—in our case, an entertainment application—and hopefully apply it to your own industry with minimal tweaking.

IN THIS DIGEST: 3D-printing boats with an industrial robot; undersea mapping for ocean exploration; fountain technology pushes the boundaries of what a water feature can do; and precision rotational stages use motion feedback to enhance concerts, theme parks, and more.

IN THIS DIGEST: Haptic feedback shakes up the F1 movie trailer; the fasteners proving more reliable for stage event truss systems; the automation technology used to simulate a bat's echolocation; and the lights making LA's historic City Hall Park greener.

IN THIS DIGEST: An air taxi with water as the only byproduct; a creative rigging solution for a moveable nightclub ceiling; how filmmakers are backing up their data when filming on location; and why OEMs are turning to software-centric approaches for automotive design.

IN THIS DIGEST: The lenses that gave Jurassic World Rebirth its nostalgic look; capturing speed and spin rate in baseball; a unique cooling solution for an electric aircraft; and a roller coaster utilizing virtual reality technology.

After a hiatus, Entertainment Engineering Magazine is returning to provide you with the latest in innovative technology and epic applications!

INSPIRING YOU WITH... The complex automation behind Cirque du Soleil’s Mystère; immersive VR flight content for pilots; security drones; and more!

INSPIRING YOU WITH... Exploring the Moon's south pole in search of water; the sensor design used to live stream a concert; how the military produces on-demand 3D printed tools; and more!

INSPIRING YOU WITH... Two ingenious IMAX solutions on the set of Christopher Nolan's "The Odyssey"; customizing large, complex industrial equipment using 3D scanners; how researchers are finding ways to listen in on the quantum world; and more!

INSPIRING YOU WITH... A stage performance that simulates zero gravity on the high seas; taking a water feature idea from a napkin sketch to a precisely-engineered aquatic showstopper; the equipment used in the search for extraterrestrial life; and more!

INSPIRING YOU WITH... Software! Including a new update to the Millennium Falcon: Smugglers Run ride at Disney parks; the artistic freedom and engineering behind licensed toy creation; continuous collaboration for global design teams; and more.

INSPIRING YOU WITH... Components that are coming in clutch in the Corvette Racing Program; beer brewing with precision components; microgreens on conveyors; and more!

INSPIRING YOU WITH... A 3D scan of the entire Grand Ducal Palace in Luxembourg; window glass that doesn't hinder your cell service; a peek inside gaming consoles; our new series on how companies turn challenges into innovation; and more!

IN THIS DIGEST: How the moving stage at Cirque du Soleil's KA is powered; the motion control technology behind a "Flying Theater" screen with synchronized effects; upgrading to hybrid trains; and more!

IN THIS DIGEST: How scientists 3D scanned and printed dinosaur skin to allow museum goers to "pet" a dinosaur; the smart systems and advanced aquatic engineering that keep surf parks running smoothly; how a small theatre upgraded its rotating stage; and more!

IN THIS DIGEST: Climb aboard the world's tallest ferris wheel; how engineers are using CT scanning to fine-tune their manufacturing processes; how Iceland's renowned theatre upgraded its intercom system with minimal disruption; and more!

IN THIS DIGEST: Engineers had to overcome weather, remote locations, and other unique challenges for beehive monitoring technology; the core innovations behind embodied AI; how one company is using water as a refrigerant; and more.

IN THIS DIGEST: How an old helicopter and light projectors come together for an epic show; the precise motion that makes it possible to track stars and black holes; the unique technology behind Disney's new Olaf robot; and lots more.

IN THIS DIGEST: We went behind-the-scenes at Disney's The Lion King Musical to show you the tech behind the show; the surprisingly clever water technology behind the interactive theme park boat ride at Camp Snoopy; the inside scoop on book-printing machines; and more.

IN THIS DIGEST: Wicked technology lights up Comic-Con; laser tag arena gets a comms upgrade; the secret behind quiet golf buggies; turning the impossible into groundbreaking work; and more.

IN THIS DIGEST: The latest in spatial computing technology; the industrial automation components behind the most powerful standalone telescope; how a tabletop cricket game was created with prototyping; industrial class robots at concerts; and more.

IN THIS DIGEST: How motion simulation bases span industries from aviation to theme park entertainment; learn about the AI workflows that help artists and producers work more efficiently; and the equipment behind one photographer's mission to capture the European Bee-eater.

IN THIS DIGEST: Fictional characters brought to life as whimsical robots; robot bugs inspired by nature to mimic the real thing; 3D printing violins for schools; making aquariums more accessible; and more!

IN THIS DIGEST: A solar-powered race car crosses a continent; high-end cameras used to capture wild horses; an automated solution to electronic waste; and delivery robots transformed into roving marketing bots to promote a new film.

IN THIS DIGEST: Thanks to motion control, Tron: Ares offers a powerful new visual experience; our interview with Chris Porter of igus, Inc. about inspiration and amusement parks; the linear bearings lifting up museum displays; and the new lights illuminating San Francisco.

IN THIS DIGEST: How the witch in Wicked defies gravity on Broadway; bringing Walt Disney to life with animatronics; the high-tech cameras capturing the French Grand Prix; and the highly versatile lighting units used in film.

IN THIS DIGEST: A look inside the rotating chairs on The Voice; the advanced 3D printing behind a new electric race car; how virtual production stages are changing how filmmakers work; and the CAD software behind performance swimwear.

INSPIRING YOU WITH... Dystopian cinematic realism created with VFX; an EV concept car made with additive manufacturing tools; a software helping to ensure reliability in smart pool and spa manufacturing; and more!

INSPIRING YOU WITH... Real-life recreations of gadgets from The Mandalorian; animating piano performances using mo-cap; how scientists keep CERN's Large Hadron Collider clean and operating smoothly; and more!

INSPIRING YOU WITH... New ways to teach yourself drums, piano, guitar, and more; inside an immersive solar system exhibit; the tech that keeps a distillery running as smooth as their bourbon; and more!

IN THIS ROUNDUP: Here at Entertainment Engineering, we believe in the value of creative minds like yours. It's why we often talk about the power of tech transfer: the potential for a case study in one industry to inspire innovation in an unrelated field.

INSPIRING YOU WITH... A look inside the tech for the new Fast & Furious roller coaster at Universal Studios Hollywood; the numerous considerations behind fixed-wing drones; the track grinding train technology that guarantees a smooth ride; and more!

INSPIRING YOU WITH... A look inside the Fountains of Bellagio in Vegas; an immersive night tour experience that blends nature and light projection; new developments in knife steel availability; and more!

IN THIS DIGEST: Testing oxygen masks for fighter jets; how an ocean vessel got a customized, rust-resistant radar system; the visual displays used in a massive, complex stage event with in-person and broadcast attendees; and more!

IN THIS ROUNDUP: What do you find entertaining? Inspiring? Cool? Here at Entertainment Engineering, we are constantly asking ourselves this question. Cool applications are often found in the entertainment industry: stage events, theme parks, film, and more. But if you've been here a while, you know that we don't limit ourselves to >>>

IN THIS DIGEST: The specialized visual technology that created a stadium-scale spectacle for Dua Lipa's Radical Optimism Tour; the precision behind docking NASA's Orion spacecraft; restoring vintage cars with 3D printing; and more!

IN THIS DIGEST: Robot goalie takes on legendary Portugal soccer player Cristiano Ronaldo; the tiny component that keeps cargo ships afloat in harsh weather; our interview with Joe Rando of Rando Productions; and more!

IN THIS DIGEST: The face of Disney's new Next Gen Animatronic technology; touch screen tech for rent; the interesting solutions behind new eco-friendly recycling techniques; and more. P.S. Will we see you at MD&M West?

IN THIS DIGEST: A rock concert "Fire Snake" that syncs to music; an open-source robot that promotes collective innovation; specialized components for dirt bike testing; our coolest articles from Q4 of 2025; and lots more.

IN THIS DIGEST: Watch our interview with Michael Cuaresma, a Mechatronics Application Engineer at Festo; learn about how astronomers are using industrial components to control their telescopes with precision; get a glimpse inside how wearable technology is manufactured; and so much more.

IN THIS DIGEST: Watch EARL the bowling robot compete against a bowling champ; how a boutique visual effects film studio manages data; the components behind a fire truck ladder upgrade; and more.

IN THIS DIGEST: Experience the International Space Station with VR; learn how TED manages high-stakes live event communications; how a small component in makeup packaging adds to a high-end experience; hear from our Editor-in-Chief Terry Persun; and more.

IN THIS DIGEST: How a systems integration business owner and engineer used spare components to create some DIY Halloween fun; Entertainment Engineering's one-on-one interview with Henry O'Bryan of Biomerics about how creative 3DP hobbies add to his professional work as an engineer; and go-karts that include video-game-style power-ups for an enhanced experience.

IN THIS DIGEST: Giant laser-headed industrial class robots dance at Drake concert; the miniature solenoid valves used in Formula 1 racing; the flexible automation behind 60 different stage configurations at Perelman Performing Arts Center in New York; and how an interactive museum table exhibit shows volcanoes erupting.

IN THIS DIGEST: A short film on Disney+ uses augmented reality to extend the experience into your living room; motorcycle craftsmanship and innovation meet precision tooling solutions; touch screen displays use an optical bond to improve viewing experience; and the specialized lighting illuminating an environmental education center.

IN THIS DIGEST: A new martial arts training vest that tracks striking power and reaction time; how innovative components helped Harley-Davidson® reduce weight and increase speed; the pumps that power and cool the internet; and the custom aerial rigging that's redefining what's possible in the air.

IN THIS DIGEST: The ways space flight applications challenge motor design; how a student team developed an underwater remote operated vehicle using industrial-grade components; how the increase of electric vehicles impacts charging station technology; and the motion control behind amusement park animatronics.

IN THIS DIGEST: How 3D printing is a game changer for film studios; the motion control technology behind high-end animatronics; a new custom software that's changing the wine industry; and the hi-tech cameras behind a TV drama.