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First robot to sort waste by touch
During testing, RoCycle demonstrated 85% accuracy when identifying and sorting the three materials from a fixed position. Accuracy decreased to 63% when RoCycle collected items from a moving conveyor belt.
Study: "Dirty data" taints predictive policing software
Researchers from New York University (NYU) School of Law and NYU's AI Now Institute are suggesting that predictive policing systems may intensify discrimination in the criminal justice system by relying on so-called “dirty data,” according to a new study.
Chevron expands its oil patch footprint with Anadarko buy
The acquisition is expected to enhance Chevron’s upstream portfolio and its positions in large shale plays in the Permian basin and in the deepwater Gulf of Mexico, and adds natural gas resources.
Report heralds solar capacity growth in U.S. cities
Solar energy capacity more than doubled in 45 of the 57 largest U.S. cities during 2013-2018.
Technology could help people with depression recall positive memories
Researchers from Lancaster University and Trinity College Dublin have conducted a study that takes a deeper look at how technology can help people suffering from depression.
Cape Town to produce, build with plastic-enhanced bricks
A new kind of plastic-enhanced brick is expected to improve plastic waste issues in Cape Town, South Africa.
Gas-fired power generation is leaving coal in the dust
U.S. generating capacity at NGCC power plants totals 264 GW. That compares with 243 GW at coal-fired power plants.
AI builds sculpture using the remains of the computer used to design it
A New York-based artist has created the first-ever artificial intelligence (AI)-generated sculpture, composed from the remains of the computer used to design it, according to reports.
New plug-in hybrid engine could help curb greenhouse gas emissions in trucks
MIT has developed a new system that could be a step toward all-electric shipping trucks.
Using artificial intelligence to keep pace with changing manufacturing requirements
A new system is being researched to make line production more agile.
Contract awarded for munitions plant project
Under the EPC contract, Burns & McDonnell will build a steam boiler facility capable of delivering 1 million pounds per hour of process steam.
Energy Department offers funding for clean-coal R&D
The R&D projects will fall under five separate funding opportunity announcements.
Literature review analyzes HAP levels at upstream oil and gas operations
An examination of 37 peer-reviewed studies on hazardous air pollutants (HAPs) determined which species have been linked to a specific upstream phase, process or source.
Video: Cleaner rocket fuel makes use of MOFs
Researchers engineered rocket fuel that is cleaner and safer than the hydrazine-containing hypergolic fuels currently used.
Smart fabric gathers data on arm movements over time
A new smart fabric developed at Dartmouth College could help athletes and physical therapy patients monitor their joint movements for better performance and accurate treatments.
Indigo’s all-in-one solution supports EV market
Indigo's all-in-one Traction T1 propulsion system addresses weight reductions, efficiency improvements and enhanced safety requirements.
Vector flow imaging aids diagnostics for pediatric heart patients
The technology was used for the first time to analyze the hemodynamics in children with congenital heart defects.
This sensor could accelerate development of hydrogen-fueled vehicles
The sensor can detect 0.1% hydrogen in the air in less than a second, a standard that could help its adoption as an energy source for vehicles.
Report: University will be the first in Japan to take roll call with facial recognition technology
A university in Japan is poised to become the first in the country to check student attendance using facial recognition technology, according to reports.
Hidden benefits of Krieger’s acoustical doors
Krieger’s acoustical and Sensitive Compartmented Information Facility (SCIF)-compliant door assemblies not only satisfy acoustical performance requirements, but they also offer hidden benefits, including airflow containment, bullet resistance in addition to smoke and fire suppression.