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New science-education subscription service for kids
21 Aug 2019 -
Seeking welder with 'golden arm,' developer turns to cobot system
01 May 2019 -
Listen to a Bit of Space History
15 Nov 2018 -
Watch: 13 Ocean Solutions for Climate Change
04 Oct 2018 -
A First for Flat Lenses: Full-Color Imaging
03 Oct 2018
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A robotic catheter that promises to make heart surgeries safer
18 Dec 2023Source: Marie DonlonA team of Boston University engineers and physicians has created a robotic catheter capable of shape shifting. -
Video: Used EV batteries are powering California communities
14 Dec 2023Source: S. HimmelsteinA second major electric vehicle (EV) battery storage project has been placed into commercial operation in California by second life energy storage firm B2U. -
This mind-reading AI can turn thoughts into text
12 Dec 2023Source: Marie DonlonTo develop the device, participants were tasked with silently reading passages of text while wearing an electroencephalogram (EEG)-equipped cap, which recorded electrical brain activity through the wearer’s scalp. -
Sustainable future: Empowering tomorrow with smart energy management
11 Dec 2023Unleash creativity with 3D printing! Design freedom, rapid prototyping, cost-effectiveness, sustainability — redefine innovation today! -
W8 vacuum excavator for tight jobsites launched by Ditch Witch
10 Dec 2023Source: GlobalSpec News DeskThe company explained that although the W8 is slightly smaller than the previously released W12 hydrovac, the W8 still maintains the same performance. -
These biodegradable iPhone covers grow daisies
10 Dec 2023Source: Marie DonlonThe cover, dubbed the iGreen Cover, is available for the iPhone 13, 14 and 15 Pro and features a water-soluble protective film that dissolves during decomposition to reveal a hidden reservoir of seeds. -
Video: This offshore wind farm is first to feed US grid
08 Dec 2023Source: S. HimmelsteinNew York’s South Fork Wind has become the first utility-scale offshore wind farm in federal waters to power up and deliver electricity to the grid. -
Locomotive to ferry freight by battery power
07 Dec 2023Source: S. HimmelsteinThe world’s first 100% battery-powered, heavy-haul locomotive for mainline service is scheduled to begin running the rails in Australia in 2024. -
Video: This battery keeps its cool
06 Dec 2023Source: S. HimmelsteinA new battery pack has been designed to efficiently dissipate heat through the application of immersion cooling technology. -
Video: Reduce fuel costs with new engine-driven welders
06 Dec 2023Source: GlobalSpec News DeskSmaller and lighter than previous models, these welders provide lower fuel costs and reduced noise while delivering improved weld process, parameter control and output. -
Video: A snail-inspired robot promises to vacuum up microplastics from bodies of water
05 Dec 2023Source: Marie DonlonA prototype of the robot has been built in the likeness of the Hawaiian Apple Snail, an aquarium snail that relies on the undulating motion of its foot to control water surface flow as well as vacuum up floating food particles. -
Google turns to AI for flood forecasting
05 Dec 2023Source: S. HimmelsteinAn artificial intelligence (AI)-driven tool developed by tech giant Google predicts river basin floods in over 80 countries, providing critical flood forecasting for 460 million people. -
Feeling cheesy? If it's too sour, blame it on the pH
01 Dec 2023Source: Parul Chhaparia, courtesy of Mettler ToledoThe cheese manufacturing industry relies on pH monitoring of products to ensure quality, flavor and texture. pH is an important control parameter for achieving desired batch consistency, from the initial pH measurement during milk acidification to the final measurements of ripened cheese. -
Team develops long-jumping insect-inspired robots
30 Nov 2023Source: Marie DonlonTaking inspiration from the leaping ability of locusts, the monolithic elastomeric robot features coiled artificial muscle actuators and projection additive printing. -
An excavator that can autonomously build walls
30 Nov 2023Source: Marie DonlonThe excavator, dubbed HEAP, relies on sensors to draw a 3D map of a construction site as well as localize construction materials. A combination of machine vision and custom tools enable the excavator to scan and grasp large stones. -
This fluorescent artificial seed monitors soil temperature
28 Nov 2023Source: Marie DonlonMimicking the aerodynamic behavior of winged Acer seeds, which are dispersed by the wind, the team developed the so-called Acer i-Seed. -
ABB announces completion of testing of robotic system for inserting charges in boreholes in mines
26 Nov 2023Source: GlobalSpec News DeskAutomation company ABB has completed testing of its automated robot charging technology for underground mines in partnership with mine operators Boliden and LKAB. -
Video: Microfluidic platform models disease in human organs
23 Nov 2023Source: S. HimmelsteinThe device monitors interactions between up to eight unique organ tissue cultures for extended periods of time to replicate how actual organs will respond. -
Cargo ship to cruise with WindWings
17 Nov 2023Source: S. HimmelsteinThese solid wing sails offer up to a 30% average fuel reduction for bulk carriers, tankers and other large shipping vessels on global routes by combining wind propulsion with route optimization. -
These robots are cleaning up waterways in Singapore
17 Nov 2023Source: Marie DonlonUncrewed surface vehicles from Weston Robot, a manufacturer of robots, have been deployed to Marina Bay in Singapore to clean up garbage in the water autonomously.