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Unseen robots to deliver Wendy's fast food through a network of pipes
The digital ordering system — which is expected to be reliable, fast and invisible — will reportedly employ autonomous delivery robots that move underground, unseen.
Used, discarded diapers could replace sand in concrete and mortar construction
The researchers project that in the future an average small single-story house could potentially see roughly 8% of the sand in its construction replaced with processed used diapers — and reportedly without compromising the structural integrity of the build.
Team hopes to measure food waste with smart bins
The device will reportedly be designed so that users can enter prompts describing the food items being deposited in the bin.
A self-repairing textile that monitors heart rhythm
The scientists explained that when pressed with force, the LM particles form a conductive path, thereby enabling the formation of circuits that maintain conductivity when stretched.
Cornell approach turns textile waste into coatings
Using chemicals, the team broke down old clothing to recover polyester compounds and create fire resistant, antibacterial and wrinkle-free coatings that can be applied to textiles and fabrics.
New technique 3D prints metal foam for oil filters, noise isolation
These materials are used in filters for purifying oil and gas, heat dissipators for effectively cooling the hot components of an air conditioning system, and insulation for managing noise and vibrations in cars, aircraft, rockets and other vehicles and industrial settings.
Cybersecurity takes focus at Automate 2023
Explore the cutting-edge cybersecurity solutions to be showcased at the largest gathering for automation in North America.
Heat beneath our feet: Geothermal’s amazing energy potential
In this article, we explore the technical aspects, challenges and innovations surrounding geothermal energy, using Iceland as a case study to demonstrate the impact this energy source can have on a nation’s energy economy.
DeepOcean launches its first Autonomous Inspection Drone (AID)
DeepOcean has launched its first Autonomous Inspection Drone (AID), which can unlock cost savings for operators of offshore wind farms and oil and gas fields.
This TEG produces power, day or night
A new approach to passive power generation takes the shape of thermoelectric generator (TEG) that can continuously generate electricity using solar heat and a radiative element that releases heat into the air.
Wind rules the power roost in the UK
Wind turbines provided 32.4% of electricity in the U.K. in the first three months of 2023, overtaking the 31.7% contribution of natural gas-fired power.
Triple-junction solar cell efficiency hits new high
The device posted a new record efficiency of 24.3% and an open-circuity voltage of 3.21 V.
Korea Association of Robot Industry helms Korea Pavilion at Automate 2023
Nine Korean companies will feature their products in the Korea Pavilion during the May 22 through May 25 event in Detroit.
AI expected to speed up times at Wendy's drive thrus
Dubbed FreshAI, the new AI-enhanced drive-thru proposed for Wendy’s restaurants will enable customers to speak to the chatbot to submit their fast-food order and receive a reply onscreen while the order is communicated to line cooks.
Emerson now accepting applications for Discrete Automation Scholarship
Recipients receive financial support for higher-level STEM education and collegiate research.
Bipolar membrane system sources hydrogen from seawater
The seawater-resilient bipolar membrane electrolyzer proved successful in generating hydrogen gas without producing large amounts of harmful byproducts.
ABB to showcase next generation robotic technologies at Automate 2023
ABB will preview two major innovations: two higher payload GoFa collaborative robot variants, and a completely new series of large robots.
A multifunctional material for clinical and environmental use
This hydrophobic and antibacterial foam could reduce health care-related infections and aid in oil spill cleanup.
Startup launches satellites for tracking pipeline leaks
Startup company Orbital Sidekick has launched two of its Global Hyperspectral Observation Satellites, GHOSt 1 and GHOSt 2, into space.
Team sealing oil and gas wells with artificial lava
The approach involves making a metal plug, including a bismuth alloy, at depth in the well casing.