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Picking up the pace of nuclear power plant builds
Opportunities to cut nuclear power plant construction timelines were showcased at the 67th International Atomic Energy Agency General Conference.
Baked to perfection: NORD Drivesystems offers sweet solutions for the bakery industry
Specialized solutions for the bakery industry include hygienic wash-down housings, wall or motor mounted variable frequency drives for dynamic control, and robust gear motors for reliable operation of mixers, conveyors, labeling machines and more.
Can building waste fortify crops?
The material leftover and too small for recycling is called trommel fines, and it is this material that the researchers mixed with compost.
This robot promises to help diagnose breast cancer early
The manipulator can reportedly apply specific forces — akin to those used by human examiners — to detect lumps via sensor technology at greater depths than previously achieved.
This drone can detect small, hostile drones, even ones made of wood
The so-called "Eagle Eye" multidomain surveillance radar system is designed to identify and track aerial targets — small drones in particular.
Smart scalpel promises to improve surgical training
A sensor-loaded circuit fits within the handle of the smart scalpel to track the force used during surgical procedures.
Comparing renewable energy storage mediums
As the battle against excess atmospheric CO2 soldiers on, the leading alternative technologies are wind- and sun-powered. Yet, their intermittent character forces us to re-think how the electrical grid needs to operate.
Raman microspectroscopy goes mobile
Portability comes to microspectroscopy with a research-grade confocal Raman system from Oxford Instruments WITec.
How green buildings help combat climate change
By incorporating energy-efficient technologies, renewable energy sources and vegetation, green buildings can reduce greenhouse gas emissions and combat climate change.
An underwater vacuum for deep sea mining
“The Collector” is a 90 ton underwater vacuum operating from its mothership — the Hidden Gem — and featuring four nozzles and sensors for vacuuming rocks from the ocean floor.
Three steps to ‘turbocharge’ EV adoption
As the future of mobility continues to evolve, these key steps will shape the future of the industry, reducing its carbon footprint and paving the way for a greener tomorrow.
A fabric that adapts to changing temperatures
FibeRobo is a programmable, shape-changing smart fiber composed of liquid crystal elastomers (LCEs) that enable the fabric to become more insulated in colder temperatures and less insulated in warmer temperatures.
Electro Rent inks strategic distribution agreement with AFL for Fujikura Splicers
Electro Rent can now offer AFL’s Fujikura splicers, critical to supporting network and fiber installation, to customers in North America.
A "seaweed-eating" robot protects shorelines, ocean ecosystems
Once it reaches capacity, the robot dives 200 m below the surface of the water to release its cargo of seaweed that subsequently sinks to the ocean floor.
What are compressed air cars?
By harnessing the force of compressed air, these vehicles provide a sustainable alternative to conventional cars.
New 'smart' shell for the Navy currently in development
The new 57 mm shell is designed for use from Naval Mark 110 Naval guns, which are typically mounted on Littoral Combat Ships used by the U.S. Navy.
New technique lets robots "hear" humans
The acoustic localization approach described by the Georgia Tech team explores the use of machine learning algorithms to detect the subtle sounds inadvertently produced by humans as they move around.
Fundamentals of nanofluids for thermal management systems
Nanofluids have emerged as a promising contender for optimized working fluids as they offer potential enhancement in heat transfer capabilities, opening new frontiers in thermal management.
Food processing plant pathogen eradicated by blue light
While L. monocytogenes has previously proven to be powerfully resistant to elimination, its destruction was expedited when the cells or biofilms were placed on polystyrene.
How will the food and beverage industry use ChatGPT?
This follow-up feature will examine the impact ChatGPT is expected to have on the food and beverage industry.