E-scooter simulations highlight head injury risk to riders from falls
New Imperial College London research has highlighted the head injury risks to e-scooter riders from falls.
Jan 25, 2022
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Engineering
Discovery of ray sperms' unique swimming motion demonstrated with bio-inspired robot
It is generally agreed that sperm "swim" by beating or rotating their soft tails. However, a research team led by scientists from City University of Hong Kong (CityU) has discovered that ray sperms move by rotating both the ...
Jun 10, 2021
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Electronics & Semiconductors
Pressure sensors could ensure a proper helmet fit to help protect the brain
Many athletes, from football players to equestrians, rely on helmets to protect their heads from impacts or falls. However, a loose or improperly fitted helmet could leave them vulnerable to traumatic brain injuries (TBIs), ...
Mar 17, 2021
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The cardboard crash helmet
In the age of plastic waste, the environmentally conscious are hoping to replace many of the common materials, such as expanded polystyrene in everyday objects with sustainable and recyclable materials. Now, researchers in ...
Sep 16, 2020
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Automotive
BMW cuts jobs, ends self-driving project with Mercedes
BMW will slash 6,000 jobs this year and freeze a major self-driving technology collaboration with rival Mercedes-Benz as the German luxury carmaker sees demand plunging because of the coronavirus pandemic.
Jun 19, 2020
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'Call of Duty' sets its sights on 'Fortnite,' domination of battle royale video games
Activision is not just dipping its toes into the popular battle royale video game category. The Call of Duty publisher is jumping in, fully committed to take on current favorites "Fortnite" and "Apex Legends."
Mar 13, 2020
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New helmet design can deal with sports' twists and turns
As a neurologist, Robert Knight has seen what happens when the brain crashes around violently inside the skull. And he's aware of the often tragic consequences.
Jan 14, 2020
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Nissan invests in production to prepare for electric age
Nissan is investing 33 billion yen ($303 million) in its flagship auto plant in Japan's Tochigi prefecture in a first rollout of a production system geared toward electric vehicles.
Nov 28, 2019
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Consumer & Gadgets
Networking with ghosts in the machine... and speaking kettles
Imagine for just a moment that your kettle could speak? What would it say? How would it feel? More importantly, what on earth would you ask it?
Jun 3, 2019
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Energy & Green Tech
Model predicts lithium-ion batteries most competitive for storage applications by 2030
When leasing or buying a car, it's important to consider not just the sticker price, but the long-term recurring costs, such as gas and maintenance. Deciding how we're going to invest in clean energy storage requires a similar ...
Jan 9, 2019
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Head
In anatomy, the head of an animal is the rostral part (from anatomical position) that usually comprises the brain, eyes, ears, nose and mouth (all of which aid in various sensory functions, such as sight, hearing, smell, and taste). Some very simple animals may not have a head, but many bilaterally symmetric forms do.
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