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AI Gets a Face with New Social Robot
The next generation of social robots is on its way from Sweden-based startup Furhat Robotics, and they are among the most realistic and relatable social robots yet.
New Underwater Drone Prowling Coastal Waters
The Bluefin-9 Unmanned Underwater Vehicle (UUV) from Bluefin Robotics (part of General Dynamics Mission Systems) is equipped with a variety of sensors to carry out survey, mapping and detection missions autonomously.
Listen to Orcas to Benefit Marine Conservation
Researchers developed a web app to make it easier for citizen scientists to listen for southern resident killer whale signals from hydrophones.
Harvard Creates Free Database for Developers of Legal AI Software
To help an artificial intelligence algorithm develop legal skills, Harvard Law School announced that it has made over six million court cases available to the general public.
China Unveils Gait Recognition Software
Authorities in China will debut another surveillance tool that determines personal identification based on how a person walks.
'Robotic Cowboy' Herds Cattle
A robot capable of herding cattle from the pen to the processing plant has been created by beef producer Cargill Inc.
Study: The Molecular Makeup of Organic Aerosols
A clearer picture of the chemical composition of organic aerosols was obtained using a combination of liquid chromatography and mass spectrometry.
Watch: Ford Reveals Secrets That Make All-New Focus Safest Yet
The fully automated process modernizes ancient blacksmith techniques, using furnaces, robots and lasers to craft car parts that help keep drivers and passengers safe.
The First Mars Helicopter Will Fly with Swiss DC Motors
The Mars helicopter technology will pave the way for many future scientific and exploratory missions to Mars. Similar robots could serve as flying eyes for future rovers, exploring the surroundings and finding the best route for the rover.
Study: Fuel Use and Traffic Flow Impacts of CAVs
The impact of partial market penetration of connected and automated vehicles (CAVs) on fuel consumption, travel time and traffic flow was examined with a simulation framework.
Study: Coconut Oil Compounds Ward Off Insects Better Than DEET
Recently anointed, in certain circles, a universal cure-all, coconut oil (or more specifically, compounds derived from coconut oil) has proven itself again — this time as an insect repellent more powerful than DEET.
Characterized and V-Ball Valves Provide Improved Flow Control
Characterized ball valves provide enhanced flow control along with several additional advantages compared to globe valves.
Watch: New Robot Can Autonomously Change Shape Based on its Environment
A new modular robot from Cornell University can autonomously change shape based on its surroundings and the task at hand.
Team Develops Urban Swarms for Autonomous Waste Management
Hoping to improve the efficiency and autonomy of urban waste management, researchers from MIT Media Lab, Université Libre de Bruxelles and the University of Pisa have been investigating the use of swarm robotic systems.
AI Program Used to Identify Galaxies
Researchers from the University of Western Australia have created an artificial intelligence (AI) program that can identify galaxies in deep space. The program grew from a system that was used to identify faces on Facebook.
Strategy Optimizes EV Charging and PV Generation
A multi-directional power conditioning system calculates minimized power costs in order to reduce or shift the use of grid power during peak hours.
Cutting Air Pollution in Cities Using Ceramic Honeycomb Air Filters
Set to make its debut at the 2024 Paris Olympics is a new outdoor air filter to cut air pollution levels.
Artificial Intelligence at Halloween
Technology creatives are using artificial intelligence (AI) to bring the scares this Halloween.
UK Grounds Some Police Drones Amid Airworthiness Fears
Some police drones in the U.K. have been grounded amid concerns that a design fault causes the drones to crash.
WWF Report Blames Human Consumption for Massive Wildlife Losses
According to a new World Wildlife Fund (WWF) report, "exploding human consumption" is at the heart of a significantly massive reduction in global wildlife populations in recent years.