Robotics
In order to complete complex everyday tasks such as using equipment, cooking or building furniture, robots should be able to plan their actions and manipulate objects in their surroundings. So far, however, teaching robots ...
Energy & Green Tech
One day, the demand for electricity to charge electric vehicles may overwhelm the power grid, unless the electricity sector is prepared for the challenge.
Mar 24, 2022
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Computer Sciences
Humans benefit from playing games more than some might realize. Games can be a relaxed approach to learning or honing our problem-solving skills while relieving stress. However, game playing generally carries a considerable ...
May 24, 2021
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Automotive
Researchers at North Carolina State University have developed a complex model to improve how quickly first responders—such as police and EMTs—reach the scene of vehicle accidents. In computational testing, the model outperformed ...
May 8, 2023
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Automotive
Long-term planning has delivered mass transit systems to cater for high-patronage, hub-and-spoke transport systems. Unfortunately, this has left many city residents without basic access to public transport services. And we ...
Oct 12, 2020
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Engineering
An EPFL engineer has developed a forecasting model that factors in not just our commuting habits, but also our activities during the day. Her flexible approach incorporates the idea of trade-offs in order to deliver more ...
Apr 10, 2024
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Energy & Green Tech
A natural gas terminal that's been operating for more than half a century has been a crucial safeguard against blackouts when bone-chilling cold hits the U.S. Northeast. In less than five months, it's slated to shut forever.
Jan 8, 2024
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