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Video: Goodyear unveils flying car concept tire at Geneva Motor Show
The tire can be used both for driving on the road and as a propeller for flying in the sky.
Quantum key distribution may safeguard electricity grid data
Researchers are working to test the effectiveness of metro-scale quantum key distribution as a means of secure communication for the nation’s electricity suppliers.
Study: Proof of a bygone groundwater era on Mars
Evidence of a hydrological history is provided by images captured by the European Space Agency's Mars Express probe and NASA’s Mars Reconnaissance Orbiter.
Spinning artificial muscles with spider silk
On exposure to 70% relative humidity, silk quickly shrinks and twists, demonstrating a trait which could be of use in artificial muscles and actuators.
Tweaking traffic lights during snowstorms can ease snarls
Researchers found that adjusting traffic signals in bad weather could reduce delays by up to 20%.
Startup creates AI software that detects shoplifters before they steal
A Japanese startup has created artificial intelligence (AI) software capable of detecting potential shoplifters.
Company using facial identification tech on weapons
A software company based in California has found another use for facial recognition technology that involves weapons identification.
Fast food chain employs AI at the drive-thru
Built on real customer recordings, the system reportedly improves order accuracy, eliminates pressure on human workers and alleviates labor shortages.
Watch the launch and ISS docking of SpaceX Crew Dragon capsule
The SpaceX Crew Demo-1 mission launch kicked off the first orbital test flight of NASA’s Commercial Crew program.
Mobile bioprinter speeds wound healing
A mobile skin printing system offers a new tool for on-site management of extensive wounds.
Lunar probe Beresheet back on track after computer hiccup
Lunar-bound Israeli space probe Beresheet successfully completed a delayed engine burn to increase its orbital apogee.
Researchers create sensor capable of tracking firefighters in burning buildings
Researchers at Canada’s McMaster University in collaboration with other universities have developed a motion-powered and fire-proof sensor capable of tracking the movements of those working in high-risk professions including firefighting, mining and steel working.
Optical fiber sensors make for a smarter wound dressing
Embedded sensors remotely monitor multiple biomarkers associated with wound management, including temperature, humidity and pH.
Sierra Nevada Brewing Co. deploys unique SCADA platform
After a thorough assessment of production system data at one of the largest breweries in the United States, automation engineers were able to successfully launch a comprehensive supervisory control and data acquisition (SCADA) solution that increases visibility into daily operations.
Microfluidic diagnostic sizes up cancer cells
The microfluidic device isolates individual cancer cells based on cell size from patient blood samples.
Researcher attempting to teach AI humor
In an effort to make computers seem more like humans, a Purdue University researcher is attempting to teach them humor.
Study: Bikes are happiest mode of transportation
According to research from the University of Minnesota, traveling by bicycle is the happiest mode of transportation in the United States.
NYU calling on citizen scientists to train machine models on noise pollution sounds
Researchers at New York University (NYU) are calling on citizen scientists to participate in a study addressing urban noise pollution.
Video: Portable paper-based device detects infectious diseases
The battery-powered handheld tool is designed for inexpensive and rapid diagnostics and can be deployed in the home.
Robots safely decommission 700,000 munitions
The robotic system designed for the U.S. Army can decommission up to 21 warheads, each containing 644 grenades, per eight-hour shift.