Robotics
In a paper published on February 23, 2022 in Nature Machine Intelligence, a team of scientists at the Max Planck Institute for Intelligent Systems (MPI-IS) introduce a robust soft haptic sensor named "Insight" that uses computer ...
Feb 24, 2022
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Engineering
Want to monitor the brain of a running tiger?
Mar 7, 2022
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Hardware
An 8-megapixel Sony sensor upgrade has been bestowed upon the Raspberry Pi. This low-price tiny computer enjoyed by so many students and tinkerers is in the news because the official camera module for it has been upgraded.
Hi Tech & Innovation
Despite only about 25% of car travel happening after dark, almost half of fatal accidents occur at night. As our vehicles become more advanced and even autonomous, the ways of detecting and avoiding these collisions must ...
Jan 17, 2023
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Hardware
To take an image that is completely in focus, one of the most familiar parts of a camera—the lens—isn't necessary anymore. Instead, a thin mask over the image sensor can do the job. But the kind of mask you use makes ...
Oct 10, 2023
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Consumer & Gadgets
A smart home device that serves as a security camera delivers service that goes beyond house sentry. What if you find a home device that not only acts as sentry but does double duty as private investigator/concierge/babysitter?
Robotics
Imagine grasping a heavy object, like a pipe wrench, with one hand. You would likely grab the wrench using your entire fingers, not just your fingertips. Sensory receptors in your skin, which run along the entire length of ...
Oct 4, 2023
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Electronics & Semiconductors
In today's digital age, the use of "Internet-of-things" (devices embedded with softwares and sensors) has become widespread. These devices include wireless equipment, autonomous machinery, wearable sensors, and security systems. ...
Feb 16, 2021
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Electronics & Semiconductors
The bipartisan infrastructure bill recently signed into law by President Joe Biden includes a requirement for automakers to install driver monitoring systems that detect intoxicated or impaired drivers. Current systems rely ...
Dec 8, 2021
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Consumer & Gadgets
Camera at the end of a smartwatch strap, anyone? It is being suggested as a way to overcome some hurdles in smartwatch picture-taking.
