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See E-Skin Clothing, 3D-Printed Biomaterials That Degrade on Demand, and IBM Watson at the U.S. Open
Shirts that turn your body into an interactive controller, 3D printed biomaterials that degrade on-demand, and IBM Watson tracks the U.S. Open. Welcome to September, this is your Engineering360 news brief.
Using Artificial Intelligence to Identify Sexual Orientation
Using artificial intelligence (AI), we can do just about anything from solving crimes to making predictions about a person’s behavior. Now, researchers from Stanford University believe that by using a computer algorithm, they can determine the sexual orientation of a person based entirely on their facial features.
A New Device to "Sniff" Out Narcotics, Explosives
A team of researchers from the Technical University of Denmark has designed a chip prototype that can detect the presence of narcotics, explosives and money.
Video Learning Opportunity: Automated Testing of Semiconductor Dies Before Packaging
Dies are often tested for functionality before they are packaged to save money and time, eliminating the packaging of a faulty die into a chip. To test a die you need a machine that can make many contacts with the points on the die called micro bumps.
DC UPS Systems Protect Against Voltage Fluctuations or Failures of the Supply Voltage
Bicker Elektronik new modules are based on ultracapacitors.
Algorithm Uses AI and Machine Learning to Detect Distracted Driving
Engineering researchers at the University of Waterloo have developed computer algorithms that can determine when drivers are texting or if they are doing any other distracting activities while driving.
Tourists Get Tips from Locals Using Algorithm
Tourists will soon be able to get insider information about vacation destinations straight from the locals with the help of an algorithm designed by ITMO University programmers.
Japanese Startup Creates Foot-smelling Robotic Dog
Can’t trust a friend to be perfectly candid with you about the odor of your feet? A Japanese startup is now offering a perfect solution: a foot-smelling robot dog.
New Drone Swarming Tech Gets FAA Approval
New drone swarming technology developed by researchers from CU Boulder will allow one operator to pilot up to 30 drones at one time.
Keychain Detects Allergens in Foods
People who experience food allergies go a long way to avoid consuming trigger foods, but eating out or eating prepared foods continues to challenge sufferers. That is, until now, thanks to a keychain developed by a team of researchers.
Video: New Desktop PCB Machine Can Create a Prototype in One Day
Other Machine Co. has changed its name to Bantam Tools with a new device
Authenticating a Document Using a Paper's Fingerprint
Even altered paper (i.e., heated, scribbled upon or water damaged paper) can be analyzed, according to researchers.
France to Arm Drones Currently Used for Surveillance
France’s military surveillance drones are about to get a makeover in the near future according to a recent announcement from Defense Minister Florence Parly.
Battery-free Bike Lights
Reelight, a Danish manufacturer, has designed bicycle lights that activate as soon as the rider begins to pedal.
New Algorithm Helps Smartwatches Learn Your Every Move
While standard smartwatches are preprogrammed to detect specific moves likes those associated with running and yoga, scientists from the University of Sussex have developed an algorithm that will help smartwatches detect a variety of movements, all without having to be preprogrammed.
The E-Axle Powertrain for Electric Vehicles
A new generation electric axle drive, or e-axle, combines three powertrain components into one unit.
Honeycomb of Solar Cells Saves Space and Works in Harsh Conditions
A new generation of advanced photovoltaics could be the result of packing tiny solar cells together, like the microlenses in the compound eye of an insect, according to a group of Stanford University scientists.
Pay...with Your Face
Yum China, operator of such brands as KFC in China, has joined forces with mobile payments firm Alipay to bring the world’s first facial recognition payment system to China.
Beer and Facial Recgonition Tech Prove to be Undoing of 25 Suspects Nabbed at Beer Fest
Using facial recognition technology, law enforcement officials nabbed 25 people attending an annual beer festival in China wanted in connection with crimes in that country.
Travels on the Road of Automotive Safety Engineering
A look at how automotive engineering has helped us to stay safe.