HEADLINES ARCHIVE
Stanford Claims Solar-to-Hydrogen Efficiency Gain
Research points to the potential of photovoltaic-electrolysis systems for cost-effective solar energy storage.
A Twist for Surgical Robotics
A startup called Medrobotics has launched a surgical robotic system that features a design that could make robots a much more common fixture in operating rooms.
Lithium-Ion Battery Grows Back Together
In contrast to conventional lithium-ion batteries, the lithium compounds cannot leak out of the electrodes, either while in use or after a break.
Design for an Infinitesimal Computing Device
Key to the design is the use of a logic system called material implication logic combined with memristors.
3D Hand Models May Pose Security Risks
A fake 3D hand, essentially a spoof, with someone’s fingerprints could potentially allow a crook to steal a person’s identity.
IBM's Watson to Support GM's Updated OnStar System
Watson will learn the driver's preferences, apply machine learning, and sift through data to recognize patterns in driver decisions and habits.
Changing Semiconductor Properties at Room Temperature
The process may offer a path to electronically triggering changes in the properties of semiconductor materials.
Lidar to Boost Armored Vehicle Crews' Awareness
The goal is to improve the mobility and survivability of armored vehicles without adding more armor and weight.
"Pollutant" Compound Could Be Used in Dual-Ion Batteries
Research shows that at least one of the compounds known as polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons can function as a long-lasting, high-performance cathode in dual-ion batteries.
Robot Flies Cessna Caravan
Aurora's robot functions as a second pilot in a two-crew aircraft, enabling reduced crew operations while tasked with ensuring that aircraft performance is maintained.
Advance Could Shrink Size of LIDAR Systems
The Flash LIDAR” sensors are composed of photodiodes known as single-photon avalanche diodes.
Q&A with Stephen Ambrose, Audio Pioneer
Engineering360 talks to Stephen Ambrose about how his work to develop ear monitors for use by stage performers can now help people with impaired hearing.
3D-Printed Elastomer Could Support Flexible Electronics
Traditional 3D printing is typically associated with rigid plastic structures made of polylactic acid or acrylonitrile butadiene styrene, created one thin layer at a time.
Wirelessly Powered Drone Technology Demonstrated
The technology uses inductive coupling, a concept initially demonstrated by inventor Nikola Tesla over a century ago.
Smartwatch Prototype Uses Wrist as a Joystick
The device provides a method for one-handed continuous gestural input for smartwatches.
Blood-based Catalyst for Lithium-Oxygen Batteries
Blood-based heme biomolecule improves the efficiency of a promising variety of batteries.
Non-Invasive Glucose Testing Uses Contact Lens
Glucose is a good target for optical sensing and particularly for what is known as surface-enhanced Raman scattering spectroscopy.
New York Bridge, Tunnel Upgrades Planned
Tunnels will be hardened to withstand a 500-year flood, with water-tight barriers installed to block floodwaters from entering.
Cost-Effective SiC Power Switch Developed
The power switch combines 12 smaller SiC power devices in series to reach a power rating of 15 kilovolts and 40 amps.
Outage Management App Wins Itron Award
The winner was a mobile and web application for outage management that predicts and proactively communicates outages to customers.