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Study: Reusable silicone cutlery is the best option to reduce takeout waste
Researchers from Guanagang University of Technology and Tsinghua University analyzed if paper alternatives or reusable tableware could reduce plastic waste and lifecycle emissions of food delivery cutlery.
Video: Pick and place case packers load bags and other products
Automated robotic case and tray packing solutions accommodate the unique demands associated with handling bags, pouches and other products.
Emissions testing lab upgraded with new bench systems
New lean-burn transient and stoichiometric test stands expand the vehicular emissions testing capabilities of the Exhaust Composition Transient Operation Laboratory at Southwest Research Institute.
New thermal imaging device takes temperatures in crowds, at long range
A team from the U.S. Naval Surface Warfare Center, Crane Division, has developed a temperature scanning device and corresponding software for detecting individuals with high temperatures in crowds and from a distance.
Watch: Untethered origami robots designed to unfold in the human body
The origami-inspired robotic system has potential application in less invasive surgical procedures and targeted medicine delivery.
How to apply adhesives packaged in premixed and frozen syringes
Watch how to properly store, assemble and test premixed and frozen syringes for application.
Curling robot can now beat human curlers
Researchers at Korea University and the Berlin Institute of Technology in Germany have developed an artificial intelligence (AI)-based robot capable of beating humans at curling.
Carbon nanotube porins boost desalination efficiency
Carbon nanotube porins, with pores just 0.8 nm in diameter, can provide an efficient salt ion removal alternative to commercial desalination membranes.
Sustainable product packaging lowers impact on the planet
As the effects of climate change become more prevalent, consumers are expecting brands to be more socially and environmentally friendly.
Robotics company completes testing of its healthcare robots
PAL Robotics, a manufacturer of robots, has announced that is has successfully completed testing of its line of delivery robots in two Barcelona hospitals.
Social interaction between inventors in all fields creates unconventional inventions
Researchers from The Ohio State University conducted found that disruptive inventions and innovations tend to come from research conducted in cities, not in the suburbs.
Tech company develops social distancing tool for manufacturing, warehouse spaces
An Italian-based microphone and dongle manufacturer has developed a social distancing tool designed to get those working in warehouses and manufacturing spaces back to work sooner following COVID-19-related closures.
Locomation secures autonomous truck purchase order
Wilson Logistics’ tractors will be equipped with Locomation’s Autonomous Relay Convoy technology
Airports with general purpose governments more likely to adopt solar panels
Researchers found that airports with a general purpose government are more likely to adopt solar energy than airports with special purpose governments.
GGB's heavy duty bearing solutions for railway applications
As trains move the world, train components must go the distance!
Supply chain risk tool developed by Lehigh University
A supply chain risk management tool has been developed by Lehigh University College of Business.
Lobsters wear fitness trackers to trace their journey along supply chain
Researchers from the University of Maine Lobster Institute have developed mini fitness trackers to measure stress points in lobsters traveling through the lobster supply chain in a bid to reduce their mortality rates.
Qatar University develops dual-purpose robot for the COVID-19 era
Engineers in the Mechanical and Industrial Engineering (MIE) Department at Qatar University have created a robot capable of delivering food and medications to COVID-19 patients while also disinfecting the air and surfaces.
Samsung’s GEMS exoskeleton receives robotic certification
The exoskeleton also acquired a second certification for safety in machinery.
Fastening robot assembles quality parts fast
Screw driving robot makes production when space is tight, joining parts quickly and accurately.