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Researchers turn plastic bags into battery components
Researchers from Purdue University have created a new technique for converting discarded plastic bags into carbon chip anodes for lithium-ion batteries that power smartphones and other devices.
New 3D imaging platform reduces endoscopic surgery risks
The new platform enables medical device manufacturers to integrate stereoscopic 3D imaging into endoscopes, providing depth information that is unavailable in traditional, single-camera devices.
U.S. launch of Medtronic's Mazor X Stealth edition for robotic-assisted spine surgery
Medtronic’s Stealth software combines with Mazor’s existing robotic technology to afford computerized surgical planning and navigation.
Rare metal recovery from e-waste in Switzerland
Prospects for increasing the recovery and recycling of indium, neodymium and gold are examined.
Someone brought a high-tech yacht to CES 2019
The ship includes a learning AI, smart mirrors, wave-balancing television and deployable drone.
Cyborg Plant Can Move in the Direction of a Light Source
The cyborg plant, called Elowan, was developed by team leader Harpeet Sareen in the MIT Media Lab.
Foundry Offers Tips on Depositing Thin Film on Polyimide to Create Disruptive MicroFlex™ Circuits
Metrigraphics, a pioneer in micron-scale thin film manufacturing, uses an additive process and polyimide substrates to produce the smallest and most symmetrical traces for your next-gen flexible circuit ideas.
Hip Replacement Approach Goes to Great Lengths
A three-tiered solution from German researchers is designed to even up the leg length results of this surgical procedure.
High-performance MMIC Line Now Up to 150 Solutions, Includes Options for Space
Custom MMIC, a leading developer of high-performance monolithic microwave integrated circuits (MMICs), has announced that their catalog of standardized GaAs and GaN designs has reached over 150 devices.
Video: Ultra-Thin Electronic Tattoos Can Power Wearables
The devices adhere to human skin with water, much the same way as a child’s temporary decorative tattoo.
IoT Solutions: Dramatic Reduction in Sensor Power Consumption
An innovative approach to reducing power consumption in sensor nodes may prove a significant step forward for IoT deployment.
Enhanced-Precision Satellite Navigation: Find Your Location to Within One Centimeter Anywhere in the World
Enhanced precision techniques greatly improve GPS integrity and accuracy by correcting for errors inherent in the system like those resulting from satellite orbit uncertainty, imperfect clocks, atmospheric disruption and electronic noise.
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.
A Green Approach to Recovering Rare Earths from Fluorescent Lamps
The metals are recovered from discarded lamps by means of chelator chemistry instead of the harsh acid extractants commonly applied to dissolve valuable materials.
Reversible Adhesive Simplifies Electronics Recycling
Originally formulated for dental use, the thermolabile adhesive is easily removed.
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.
Efficient CO2 Conversion with New Electrochemical Cells
New electrochemical cells convert carbon monoxide derived from carbon dioxide into commercially valuable compounds more effectively and efficiently than existing technologies.
How Does GPS Work?
The Global Positioning System (GPS) is a global navigation satellite system continuously broadcasting signals that allow receivers anywhere in the world to determine their location through a process of trilateration.
Researchers Show Their Natural Air Conditioner is Ready for Real-world Use
Innovative, manufactured metamaterial can cool objects, even in direct sun, with no energy or water consumption.
The Perfect Fit: Molded Sarcon TIM Cases from Fujipoly
The thermally conductive, box-shaped components are open on one end to facilitate fast and easy installation over transistors and other heat generating components.