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Bandage measures glucose levels in sweat using microlaser technology
The team encapsulated microlasers in liquid crystal droplets and embedded the liquid within a soft hydrogel film, thereby creating a compact and flexible light-based sensing device.
Fingerprint detection improved with carbon-coated nanoparticles
The new type of powder for dusting fingerprints reportedly enabled the researchers to better image the nanoscale details more clearly as it deepens the contrast between the fingerprint’s ridges and valleys.
New material handling solution from ChargePoint promises to transform drug manufacturing
The new robotics solution is designed to improve efficiency for manufacturers seeking to automate and update production processes.
Using facial temperature-based AI in early disease diagnosis
The new method might lead to early detection and diagnosis of assorted diseases and medical issues, thereby expediting the time it takes individuals to seek out and receive treatment for such issues.
New robots can detach and then fuse arms
The team used a BTF that supports a sticky but typically solid polymer that can be easily melted — the combination of which enables the joints of the robot to be melted, separated and reattached without losing its structural integrity.
ARBURG at Fakuma 2024
ARBURG will be showcasing its latest machine to the general public in Germany for the first time: the hybrid ALLROUNDER 720 E GOLDEN ELECTRIC.
Confirmed: The environmental merits of SAF
An in-flight study recently recorded a dramatic drop in emissions from a sustainable aviation fuel (SAF)-powered Airbus A350.
Everything is getting easier — thanks to simplexity and some software
Advanced software provides users with comprehensive support for start-up and configuration of FAULHABER drive controls.
NORD expands online tools with free freight in Spare Parts Shop
Free standard shipping is offered on all online Spare Parts Shop orders over $25.
Truly personalized medicine made real, thanks to genetic profiling
By understanding a patient's genetic profile, healthcare providers can develop more effective and targeted treatment plans, minimize adverse reactions to medications and enhance preventive care measures.
Hydrogel-enhanced soil waters and feeds itself
During trials, researchers reported that the hydrogel-infused soil produced larger, healthier plants, versus those produced with regular soil — and using less water and fertilizer.
Emotional humanoid robot designed for elder care applications
Recently unveiled at the 2024 World Artificial Intelligence Conference, the so-called Guanghua No 1 is about 165 cm tall, weighs about 62 kg and reportedly displays facial expressions.
Food waste-derived biodegradable bioplastics in development
As the food waste-derived bioplastics can quickly biodegrade in sea water, they promise to reduce the impact of pollution on marine life around the world.
Airworthy material handling system in development for USSOCOM
The sub-10,000 lb airworthy system occupies just one pallet position while excelling at all cargo loading and unloading tasks for full-sized, fully loaded 463L pallets in a variety of challenging conditions and locations.
Empowering the grid with superconducting power lines
The technology can move more power over long distances, with the same footprint as traditional lines.
MicroX ULTRA: Industry-first micro tool grinding using nanometer resolution down to D0.03 mm
The machine makes micro tool grinding easier, more precise and more productive as the only nano-level resolution micro tool grinder.
Cosen Saws to exhibit solutions at IMTS Chicago 2024
Cosen Saws will be presenting some of their top saw models and newest cutting solutions at IMTS 2024 in Chicago, Illinois.
Pallet by pallet: Intelligent robotic vision system
This intelligent robot-supported depalletizer uses two Ensenso 3D cameras from IDS Imaging Development Systems GmbH to provide the required image data.
Bioactives and nanotech are saving patients from serious infections
Over time, advancements in material science and nanotechnology have created more sophisticated and effective antimicrobial coatings — such as these.
New glassy gels are strong and adhesive
This new class of materials is difficult to break despite containing more than 50% liquid.