When it comes to robots, reliability may matter more than reasoning
What does it take for a human to trust a robot? That is what Army researchers are uncovering in a new study into how humans and robots work together.
Sep 23, 2019
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Engineering
Engineers design color-changing compression bandage
Compression therapy is a standard form of treatment for patients who suffer from venous ulcers and other conditions in which veins struggle to return blood from the lower extremities. Compression stockings and bandages, wrapped ...
May 29, 2018
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Energy & Green Tech
Self-powered system makes smart windows smarter
Smart windows equipped with controllable glazing can augment lighting, cooling and heating systems by varying their tint, saving up to 40 percent in an average building's energy costs.
Jun 30, 2017
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See-through heating pad could help prevent burns from thermotherapy
To soothe aches and pains, many people turn to heating pads, patches or creams. Although a common practice, thermotherapy can cause burns. Now researchers are developing a transparent heating pad that allows users to see ...
Feb 22, 2017
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Hi Tech & Innovation
Low-energy, high-res displays, glazing stem from Oxford research
UK-based Bodle Technologies calls its technology simple—and revolutionary. Their story: ultra-thin structures capable of manipulating light using means, whether electrical, optical or mechanical. "Filter, steer or dim light ...
