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Engineering
New non-stick coating improves shaping processes in injection molding and die casting
A new UltraPLAS coating developed by Fraunhofer researchers has proven to be an innovative solution to the challenges of primary forming processes. This advanced release and easy-to-clean coating is applied as a gradient ...
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Flexible, permeable and 3D integrated electronic skin combines liquid metal circuits with fibrous substrates
In recent years, research teams worldwide have been trying to develop new flexible and soft electronics. These devices could have various potential applications, for instance helping doctors to monitor their patients' health ...
Understanding the 3D ice-printing process to create micro-scale structures
Advances in 3D printing have enabled many applications across a variety of disciplines, including medicine, manufacturing, and energy. A range of different materials can be used to print both simple foundations and fine details, ...
Jul 15, 2024
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Optical ground stations capture satellite laser signals, paving way for 1,000-fold faster communications from space
The University of Western Australia's "TeraNet," a network of optical ground stations specializing in high-speed space communications, has successfully received laser signals from a German satellite in low Earth orbit. This ...
Jul 15, 2024
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Hi Tech & Innovation
Musk's Neuralink eyes more test subjects for its brain tech
Elon Musk on Wednesday said his Neuralink startup is "moving on" to a second test patient as its tech for linking brains and computers improves.
Jul 11, 2024
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Consumer & Gadgets
Researchers develop intelligent activewear for a dry and comfortable experience
The Paris 2024 Summer Olympic Games are just around the corner and a global sports frenzy is underway. However, intense summer workouts often lead to sportswear absorbing excessive sweat, becoming clingy and cumbersome, causing ...
Jul 10, 2024
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Engineering
Artificial turf with an integrated subsurface water storage system could make sports courts cooler, safer to play on
For those living in cities, space to play sports outside can be a scarcity. Recently, natural grass in parks or public sports courts has often been replaced with more durable artificial turf to allow heavy consecutive use.
Jul 9, 2024
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Electronics & Semiconductors
Novel 3D stretchable electronic strip could spark new possibilities for wearable e-textiles
Researchers have developed a novel 3D stretchable electronic strip which is expected to open up a range of new possibilities in wearable electronic textiles.
Jul 3, 2024
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Mass production may soon make ultra-large nano transparent screens accessible to everyone
A super-sized Nano Transparent Screen (NTS) has been developed and commercialized for the first time in the world. This innovative screen can adjust its transparency according to the environment and can be produced at a low ...
Jul 3, 2024
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Engineering
Team prints edible QR codes using innovative 3D food printer
Like a scene from the movies, a team of researchers from Singapore University of Technology and Design (SUTD) has developed new ways to freely produce and customize the food that we eat.
Jul 3, 2024
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Electronics & Semiconductors
Clever clothes: Seams in clothing capture body movement
Everyday clothing may soon be able to capture and record body movements according to new research published by the Universities of Bristol and Bath.
Jul 2, 2024
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Engineering
Augmented reality tech aids manufacturing productivity
High-tech factory workers of the future will rely on training and support from Industry 4.0 technology, such as augmented reality head-mounted display modules (AR-HMD), to manage workflow and remote trouble-shooting—including ...
Jul 1, 2024
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Software
Updated software improves slicing for large-format 3D printing
Researchers at the Department of Energy's Oak Ridge National Laboratory have developed the first additive manufacturing slicing computer application to simultaneously speed and simplify digital conversion of accurate, large-format ...
Jul 1, 2024
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Engineering
Researchers develop novel 3D printing strategy with controllable gradients porous structures
Material extrusion 3D printing technology is widely utilized in biofabrication/bioprinting, tissue engineering, flexible electronics, and soft robotics. However, the fixed printing parameters and constant filament diameter ...
Jun 28, 2024
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Cutting-edge technology on show at Euro 2024 is changing the face of soccer
From smart-enabled match balls and artificial intelligence to cryogenic recovery chambers, soccer is being transformed by the cutting-edge technology available to players, coaches and officials.
Jun 28, 2024
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Engineering
Light-controlled artificial maple seeds could monitor the environment even in hard-to-reach locations
Researchers from Tampere University, Finland, and the University of Pittsburgh, U.S., have developed a tiny robot replicating the aerial dance of falling maple seeds. In the future, this robot could be used for real-time ...
Jun 27, 2024
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