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Microsoft Calling for Regulation of Facial Recognition Tech
As facial recognition technology gains a greater foothold in society, serving in a variety of capacities such as locating criminals in public places or unlocking devices such as smartphones, Microsoft’s Chief Legal Officer Brad Smith is urging officials to regulate the technology.
Machine Reliability in the Oilfield
Rotating equipment maintenance strategies heavily impacts the bottom line in rig operations. Severe-duty operation puts a strain on oil change intervals and lubrication requirements. Knowing when to schedule preventive maintenance procedures could be the difference between hours of downtime and days of downtime.
"World's Largest Robot" Transports Iron Ore
Three locomotives recently powered an autonomous train in western Australia, marking the first delivery of iron ore by Rio Tinto’s “world’s largest robot.”
Logistics, Inadequate Staffing Slowed FEMA's Hurricane Response Effort
An After-Action Report published by FEMA identifies 18 key findings across five focus areas and offers recommendations for improvements.
Using Virtual Reality to Help Doctors Spot Child Abuse
Realizing its potential in training doctors in real-life scenarios, researchers from the University of Birmingham and University College of London have been working to determine if general practitioners (GP) could use virtual reality (VR) to also assist them in detecting less-than obvious signs of child abuse.
Will Eliminating Rat Populations Save Coral Reefs?
Although a number of suggestions have been made as to why coral reefs are struggling — climate change, sunscreen, to name just a couple — a team of international researchers is offering yet another theory about what is contributing to the decline of coral reefs: rats.
Gold Nanostars Boost Efficiency of Photocatalytic Hydrogen Production
When exposed to sunlight, star-shaped gold nanoparticles coated with a semiconductor allow efficient production of hydrogen from water.
Virtual Reality to Successfully Treat Fear of Heights?
Acrophobia, which is an extreme fear of heights, affects a significant number of people worldwide — one in 5 people report such an affliction. Consequently, a British research team has set out to see how VR might help to remedy that fear.
Will the FCEV Ever Go Mainstream?
The fuel-cell electric vehicle (FCEV) has received opposition due to cost and safety concerns. Issues stem from catalyst cost, the highly reactive nature of the fuel source and the high pressures needed when storing hydrogen. Despite these design challenges, the FCEV has not gone away and may be the alternative commuter vehicle of the future.
Leveraging Mini-mills for Superalloy Performance, Prototyping and Research
Mini-mills can form an alloy into a desired shape while enhancing mechanical strength, ductility, homogeneity, toughness and integrity.
Roadside Assistance App Launched for Tredit Tire and Wheel Company Customers
Urgent.ly Roadside Assistance has partnered up with Tredit Tire and Wheel Company to create a roadside assistance app for Tredit’s customers.
Fly Ash Concrete is Eco-Friendly and Stronger than Traditional Concrete
Washington State University (WSU) researchers have developed a method to sustainably create eco-friendly concrete.
The Evolutionary Significance of the Oldest Colors on Earth
Recently discovered fossil pigments show that world oceans were dominated by cyanobacteria one billion years ago.
Good News for Westinghouse as Reactor Connects to the Grid
Westinghouse currently has six AP1000 nuclear power plants progressing through construction, testing and start-up.
This U.S. Airline Just Ordered 60 Airbus Jets
The aircraft will be powered by Pratt & Whitney Geared Turbofan PW1500G engines, and will be assembled in Mobile, Ala.
Watch How Eyewear from Citroën Mediates Motion Sickness
If motion sickness is keeping you from enjoying summer or holiday travel, you may want to don a pair of SEETROËN eyeglasses from French automaker Citroën.
EVgo Launches Grid-tied Public Fast Charging System with Second-life Batteries
A fast-charging station in California uses recycled BMW i3 batteries to store energy during peak solar periods and reduces strain on the grid.
World's First 3D-printed Housing Complex to be Developed in Dutch City
Following news that a French family is the first family in the world to occupy a 3D-printed home comes news that the Dutch City of Eindhoven is preparing to develop the world's first 3D-printed housing complex.
Researchers Devise Method for Treating Painful Nail Fungus Using Nanotechnology
Methods for treating a painful nail fungus — called onychomycosis — that causes nail disfigurement and possible infection can be costly. Although there are several over-the-counter remedies available, the most effective treatment — a broad spectrum triazole called efinaconazole — can cost $600 a bottle.
Inert Polymer Pumps Up Plastic Solar Cell Performance
Use of a tertiary, high-molecular-weight polymer improves the performance of low bandgap polymer solar cells.