Robotics
Researchers at Stanford University have recently created an open-source quadruped robot called Stanford Doggo. Their robot, presented in a paper pre-published on arXiv and set to be published by IEEE Explore, exceeds the ...
Robotics
A team of researchers with members from the U.S., China and Sweden has developed a new kind of foot landing structure for drones to allow them to perch on nearby structures. In their paper published in the journal Science ...
Engineering
As lockdown requirements ease, COVID-19 is changing the way we use indoor spaces. That presents challenges for those who manage those spaces, from homes to offices and factories.
Jun 16, 2020
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Hi Tech & Innovation
It's a shocking idea: a fabric that can produce small amounts of electricity powered by movement, allowing your clothing to zap microbes and bacteria as you go about your day.
Jun 5, 2020
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Consumer & Gadgets
(Tech Xplore)—A 360-degree sound field is one of the attributes of the newly announced Huawei VR headset. The Chinese manufacturer, said Forbes, " claims that its VR mobile headset is the first to support 3D sound." Engadget ...
Hi Tech & Innovation
What happens when Oculus, Samsung Gear VR and a video athlete's diary called Uninterrupted lock heads? Good things happen.
Engineering
Firefighting is considered one of the most dangerous professions due to the extreme conditions and hazards that firefighters face. They must use personal protective clothing (PPC) and equipment (PPE) for safety. Despite advancements ...
Mar 25, 2024
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Engineering
When one of the world's largest container ships crashed into the bank of the Suez Canal in 2021, a major gateway for global trade became blocked with an estimated $9.6 billion in daily commerce being held up.
Dec 1, 2023
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Engineering
In 2021–22, 24% of people seriously injured on Australian roads and requiring hospitalization were motorcyclists.
Oct 16, 2023
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Engineering
Practical and environmentally friendly, e-scooters offer great flexibility. It is no wonder that more and more people are using this form of transport. However, this rise in popularity has been accompanied by an increase ...
Oct 4, 2022
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