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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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Cornell mircrobots smaller than the head of an ant
30 Sep 2022Source: Marie DonlonThe solar-powered microbots feature an onboard microprocessor "brain" that enables the robots to walk without being externally controlled. -
Watch an obstacle-climbing robot designed for the law enforcement sector
30 Sep 2022Source: Marie DonlonThe Mini Vantage robot is described by Transcend Robotics as an obstacle-climbing robot capable of assisting law enforcement during potentially dangerous missions. -
Caterpillar-inspired millirobot eyed for biomedical applications
30 Sep 2022Source: Marie DonlonAltering various factors — the composition of ammonium sulfate, the thickness of the gel or the strength of the magnetic field for instance — could potentially enable researchers to fine tune the properties of the gel. -
Landmine detection tech to automate the identification of explosives
30 Sep 2022Source: Marie DonlonGrids of mines and munitions are being installed in Oklahoma to train a drone-based, machine-learning-powered detection system to autonomously locate explosives without risking the lives of human workers manually seeking out these explosives. -
Watch as researchers explore an untapped reserve of oil and gas resources
29 Sep 2022Source: Engineering360 News DeskA geological model examined factors that affect the energy consumption ratio of in situ upgrading the most, such as heating well design and layout, heating technology and shale composition. -
Changing the game in 2K meter mixing
29 Sep 2022Update your two-component meter mixing with the VersaMix®. -
Shape-shifting robots can split apart, reassemble
29 Sep 2022Source: Marie DonlonThe robots are composed of a ferrofluid featuring magnetic iron oxide nanoparticles suspended in clear oil. According to the researchers, the robots are controlled using magnets. -
Comparison of linear motion systems — pros and cons
28 Sep 2022The difference between linear motors, rack and pinion, timing belts and ball screws are shown. -
UAV – Inspecting powerlines with Ofil's bispectral UV cameras
27 Sep 2022DayCor® micROM bispectral UV-Visible camera with optional gyro stabilized plug-n-play solution to inspect overhead lines. -
Video: NASA’s DART mission is a smashing success
27 Sep 2022Source: S. HimmelsteinThis first planetary defense test was designed to alter the orbit of a space rock to prove humanity could deflect a dangerous asteroid if one was headed for Earth. -
Peer inside a Category 4 hurricane
26 Sep 2022Source: S. HimmelsteinOn September 22, 2022, an unmanned surface vehicle sailed into the path of Hurricane Fiona south of Bermuda, capturing video of the Category 4 storm. -
ABB launches IRB 365 FlexPicker
25 Sep 2022Source: Engineering360 News DeskThe IRB 365 has been developed for applications including food and beverage, pharmaceuticals and consumer goods, where production line speed and adaptability are essential. -
SipBit device promises to ease daily food, beverage tracking for seniors, chronically ill
22 Sep 2022Source: Marie DonlonThe device, dubbed SipBit, which was trained via deep learning algorithms, can reportedly identify beverage type, volume and sugar content when submerged in a liquid. -
Video: Outdoor cooling with liquid nitrogen
22 Sep 2022Source: S. HimmelsteinAn Israeli startup is harnessing the cooling power of liquid nitrogen to drive its outdoor air-conditioning system. -
Video: Carbon fiber recycling initiative underway in the UK
21 Sep 2022Source: S. HimmelsteinThe effort could reduce the volume of continuous carbon fiber reinforced polymer material sent to landfills in the U.K. by 50%. -
Video: Gain versatility and reduce costs with Seco X-Head quick-change milling head system
21 Sep 2022Source: Engineering360 News DeskUsers can quickly and easily change between various solid-carbide milling geometries and types to optimize milling operations while reducing manufacturing costs and tooling inventories. -
Video: Map matches hydrogen producers and consumers
19 Sep 2022Source: S. HimmelsteinAn online U.S. mapping platform highlights and connects hydrogen suppliers, infrastructure providers, users and community stakeholders. -
Wide range of UL recognized DC-UPS products
19 Sep 2022The 4-in-1 power supply, battery charger, battery care module and backup module. -
Video: Swiss water battery now switched on
15 Sep 2022Source: S. HimmelsteinA pumped storage hydropower plant serving as a water battery is now operational in Switzerland. -
Mini USB vs. micro USB: Similarities, differences and latest trends
14 Sep 2022Source: Temitayo OketolaIt is essential to understand how these USB connectors differ and their suitability for different applications.