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Tech promises to give users control over their exposure to harmful gases
The technology uses a machine learning algorithm and metasurface spectral filter arrays to build a microspectrometer (MIMM) capable of detecting the unique infrared signature of several gases using just one sensor.
Video: Mitsubishi Electric achieves Guinness World Record for fastest robot to solve a puzzle cube
A project team of young engineers beat the previous record by 0.075 seconds using a robot equipped with high-speed, high-precision factory automation equipment and control technology.
Streamline aircraft design with new NASA software
The digital tool can link with other codes and programs to expand and customize its capabilities.
Students are schooled in AI-powered nuclear fusion
The summer school is part of a U.S. Department of Energy project designed to expose students to internal and external experts in data science and nuclear fusion.
VFD cables with a 2 kV option
The DRIVEFLEX variable frequency drive (VFD) cable series from LUTZE has been expanded to include a 2 kV option for the most electrically demanding applications.
Save costs and increase available production time with remote services
ARNOLD Umformtechnik is expanding the after-sales service for its machines to include digital remote services.
Wearable robot promises to reduce shoulder strain during industrial tasks
The wearable robot, which is worn like a shirt and features a portable power unit, assists only when needed and turns off when not in use, thereby reducing the effort required by the wearer to lower their arms.
STEM Careers Coalition announces new free STEM resources for students
To support its goal of reaching 10 million students by 2025, the Coalition is presenting a host of new resources for students.
Concrete thermal energy storage pilot passes muster
The long-duration energy storage option can be applied to existing or new fossil fuel, nuclear or concentrating solar power plants.
Video: Rooftop wind energy without the blades
The scalable, motionless wind energy unit can produce 50% more energy than rooftop solar at the same cost.
The curious history of robots
From the first robotic arm to bipedal humanoids that can act.
New program promises to empower first-year STEM teachers of color
This initiative will provide professional development and support for up to 120 early career Science, Technology, Engineering and Math (STEM) teachers of color.
Why this wheel drive is getting so much attention from design engineers
To simplify the development of AGVs and AMRs, ElectroCraft offers a unique, integrated wheel drive platform, which provides increased performance and reliability at an affordable price.
Think tank calls on Congress to establish an AI in education center
There are many opportunities associated with AI, yet it is important to vet the tools, establish threat monitoring and implement appropriate regulations to guide the integration of AI into an equitable education system.
Sticky fruit strips promise to improve the quality of dental X-rays
The team reported that the radiographers took high-quality X-rays in 75% of the cases where patients used a sticky fruit strip as an adhesive to correctly place the tongue during imaging.
Device promises to locate missing people
The device, dubbed Lifeseeker, promises to aid Search and Rescue (SAR) teams in locating missing people in minutes.
Ensuring food hose assembly safety through 3-A Sanitary Standards
The 3-A Sanitary Standards Organization is growing in attention as a requirement by a wide variety of food and beverage producers.
AI-enabled drones to fight off pests on the farm
The team sought an approach that consumed less time and energy by developing an automated flight protocol wherein drones could capture high-resolution images of pear orchards from a height of 26 ft above.
Camera tech identifies the facial cues of drunk drivers
The researchers explained that the drivers represented a range of levels of alcohol intoxication, from sober to low intoxication and severely intoxicated. Those drivers were recorded while driving on a simulator.
EPA acts to address “forever chemical” threats
Exposure to these contaminants will be addressed by a final rule that designates two widely used chemicals, perfluorooctanoic acid (PFOA) and perfluorooctanesulfonic acid (PFOS), as hazardous substances.