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An Algorithm to Help Identify Vulnerable People During Natural Disasters
Because older adults living at home experience significantly higher fatality rates during natural disasters, according to the World Health Organization, researchers have designed an algorithm to locate vulnerable persons.
Robot Barista Debuts at Japanese Cafe
Joining an ever-growing list of robots capable of performing tasks such as bartending and cleaning homes is a robot barista capable of both brewing and serving coffee to customers in a Japanese cafe.
Electric VTOL Competition Is Taking Off
The skies may soon be filled with electric VTOL vehicles. Joby Aviation, the California-based startup, has secured $100 million in Series B funding to continue development of an electric Vertical Take Off and Landing (eVOTL) air taxi.
With Little Known About Glitter's Impact on the Environment, Scientists Urge Consumers to Look for Eco-friendly Alternative
Glitter, largely associated with elementary school arts and craft projects and celebrations, has come under fire recently for its unknown impact on the environment.
10 Jokes That Only Engineers Will Understand
You still have to get through one more day in the office. To get you through the final push of the week, here are 10 engineering jokes to make you laugh!
Are Smartphones Affecting Well-being?
While socializing with others face-to-face generally tends to make people happy, it seems that smartphones may be getting in the way of that. New research finds that our phones may affect our happiness.
Using an MRI to 'Read Minds'
The idea that mind-reading might someday be possible is closer to reality thanks to a new study from D'Or Institute for Research and Education.
New Hair Loss Treatment for Mice...People, Too?
Researchers have developed a method for mass preparation of hair follicle germs, which can be used to regenerate scalp-based hair follicles.
What You Need to Know About the Quality of Cement
Cement is an integral component of concrete and mortar, and is a primary building material found in structures, sidewalks and roads all over the world. It is critical that the cement is of proper quality to prevent cracks, premature failure and allow the project to be safe, strong, and durable for as long as possible.
Sales of Bottled Water Driven by Desire for Immortality
Thirst isn't the only factor driving the sale of bottled water. According to a new study, researchers assert that the desire to be immortal also plays a role in the sale of the product, despite concerns that bottled water might not be good for the consumer or the environment.
Amazon Exploring Use of Wristband to Track Movement of Warehouse Workers
Published on January 30, one of the patents details how the wristbands — through a haptic feedback system — vibrate to steer the wearer's hand in the right direction, thereby ensuring that human workers fulfill more orders. Likewise, the technology is also meant to track products as they move throughout the warehouse.
The Fight Against Tooth Decay Gets New Ally in "Smart" Material
Getting a filling is not always a quick solution for cavities. In fact, that solution can often result in additional problems for the patient with bacteria digging under these fillings and causing new cavities.
Google Flights Using Machine Learning to Predict Flight Delays
Tired of wasting time in airports waiting on flights that never seem to be on time? A new feature from Google Flights may be able to predict flight delays with some accuracy.
Bananas, Grapes Among Worst Food Waste Culprits
To tackle the issue of food waste, everyone — from government agencies to citizens — has a role to play. And the retail industry is not exempt despite wasting less food than goes wasted in households. As such, researchers from Karlstad University have conducted research to determine what foods account for those wasted most by retailers
A New Use for 3D Printing: Manufacturing of High Fashion Dresses
A new use for the 3D printing technology was developed at TU Delft University in the Netherlands. The famous Dutch designer Iris van Herpen, popular with artists like Lady Gaga and Beyonce, in collaboration with TU Delft scientists Jouke Verlinden and Zjenja Doubrovski designed a dress made of plastic and standard fabrics completely manufactured with a 3D printer.
Airplane May Get Second Life as a Library
After narrowly escaping disaster earlier this month, a Pegasus Airlines’ Boeing 737-800 plane may get a second life as a library.
New 3D Printing Material Changes Color When Exposed to UV Light
Researchers from MIT’s Computer Science and Artificial Intelligence Laboratory (CSAIL) are developing a way to change up the color of 3D printed objects that have already been printed.
Salt Used to Treat Winter Roads Also a Threat to U.S. Waters
Experts, fearing that road salt is beginning to affect the nation’s waterways, are urging state and local agencies to consider safer alternatives for treating icy roadways.
Smog Vacuum Turns Air Pollution into Jewelry
With smog and air pollution plaguing cities worldwide, the Smog Free Tower from artist and designer Dan Roosegaarde from Studio Roosegaarde is one attempt to remedy the problem while also offering a unique final destination for the filtered smog: jewelry.
Watch: Technology at the 2018 Winter Olympics
In this edition of the Engineering360 news brief, we'll take a look at some ways in which technology will impact the 2018 Winter Olympic Games.