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Watch how a sweat sensor monitors stress levels
The graphene-based sensor is fabricated by laser etching a plastic sheet to form a 3D graphene structure with tiny pores in which sweat can be analyzed for cortisol, an indicator of stress.
Watch: Interface affords improved control of prosthetic hands
An improved biological interface from the University of Michigan can now provide enhanced individual finger control of robotic hands.
Robotic arm could potentially prevent the coronavirus from spreading among healthcare workers
A professor from Tsinghua University in Beijing, China, has designed a potentially life-saving robotic arm to assist medical personnel in treating coronavirus patients.
Wuhan hospital treats coronavirus patients at robot-led ward
In a bid to prevent the spread of the coronavirus in hospitals and from infecting medical personnel amid healthcare worker shortages, reports are that a robot-led ward has been developed in a Wuhan, China, hospital.
Researchers develop bipedal robot that can alter walking behaviors based on environment
A team of researchers from Japan’s Osaka University has developed a bipedal robot capable of adjusting its walking behavior according to changing environments.
Satellite data detail per capita CO2 emissions in cities
The contribution of per capita emissions to the CO2 load of cities has been analyzed, based on estimates from NASA's Orbiting Carbon Observatory-2 satellite.
Video: Cable management for cobot arms
The collaborative robot cable management kit features universally designed hook-and-loop mounting brackets and more than 100 links of triflex cable carrier.
South Korea scientists develop three-pronged policing system
A team of scientists from South Korea’s Dongguk University has developed a three-pronged policing system that will reportedly help improve safety and make predictions about future crimes.
Faulty sensors blamed in Ethiopian Boeing 737 Max crash
On the eve of the first anniversary of the March 2019 crash, Ethiopian air transport authorities cited a faulty sensor as triggering a series of events that led to the fatal accident.
The sound of broken: Researchers compile audio dataset of malfunctioning machines
A research team from Hitachi Ltd. has assembled the first-ever audio dataset of malfunctioning industrial machinery.
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Video: Goodyear unveils regenerating concept vehicle tire
The tire uses capsules made of biodegradable material that regenerates the tire after harsh road conditions.
US military is funding a subcutaneous biosensor to detect infection two weeks ahead of symptoms
As the world prepares for the spread of the coronavirus, the U.S. military is investigating the feasibility of a subcutaneous biosensor that can alert its host to signs that the body is fighting off an infection, up to two weeks before symptoms emerge.
Watch magnetized microbots automate microfluidic assays
Tiny ferrobots about 2 mm in diameter can coordinate and expedite the manipulation of fluid droplets as required in medical diagnostic assays, drug development and other uses.
AI tool diagnoses coronavirus in patient CT scans in just 20 seconds
The research arm of Chinese tech company Alibaba has developed an algorithm capable of diagnosing the coronavirus in seconds based on a patient's computerized tomography (CT) scans.
Tech company develops a device for thwarting facial recognition 'spoofing' attempts
To thwart facial login “spoofing” attempts — where hackers attempt to gain access to facial recognition-protected smartphones and other devices using pictures, masks and even a 3D-printed head — a team from the tech company Trinamix has developed a “skin-sensing” technology to rival standard facial recognition technology.
Watch: Life-extension craft docks with first satellite customer
Intelsat 901, a communications satellite running low on fuel, docked with Northrop’s Mission Extension Vehicle to receive life extension services.
Video: OnRobot launches 3-finger electric gripper for cylindrical objects
The gripper makes previously hard-to-automate precision handling of cylindrical parts easy to program and deploy and provides flexibility for a wide range of part sizes.
Increase construction project efficiency and eliminate downtime with Trackunit Manager and Iris IoT platform
Trackunit Manager adds four productivity capabilities to improve access to critical machine data and augments the Iris data platform for AEMP-2/ISO 15143-3 compliant equipment from multiple manufacturers.
Watch how drones take on rebar tying tasks
Manual rebar tying tasks can now give way to a more modern solution: Drones that automate the process for concrete flatwork and other slabs.