Robotics

Augmented listening: A cocktail party of 3D-printed robot heads

Imagine a cocktail party full of 3D-printed, humanoid robots listening and talking to each other. That seemingly sci-fi scene is the goal of the Augmented Listening Laboratory at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign. ...

Hardware

A gate driver for circuit bipolar transistor electronic switches

Many homes have electronic timers for automatically turning lights on or off automatically the same time each day. However, the precise control of larger electrical devices requires more sophisticated electronics. Scientists ...

Automotive

Review: 2023 BMW iX vs. 2023 Rivian R1S

Buying an electric vehicle used to mean choosing from battery range, performance, utility or luxury. You might've found a car possessing two of those attributes but rarely all of the above. But the BMW iX and Rivian R1S are ...

Robotics

Artificial skin gives robots sense of touch and beyond

We tend to take our sense of touch for granted in everyday settings, but it is vital for our ability to interact with our surroundings. Imagine reaching into the fridge to grab an egg for breakfast. As your fingers touch ...

Robotics

Micromotors push around single cells and particles

A new type of micromotor—powered by ultrasound and steered by magnets—can move around individual cells and microscopic particles in crowded environments without damaging them. The technology could open up new possibilities ...

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