World’s first pothole prevention bot tested in Hertfordshire
Earlier this month, Robotiz3d, University of Liverpool and Hertfordshire County Council tested their Autonomous Road Repair System (ARRES) PREVENT robot, which identifies cracks and fills them in to help stop potholes forming.
Hannover Messe: Micro-massaging – ‘Artificial muscles’ help fractured leg bones heal better
Saarland University team develops innovative smart orthopaedic implants with ‘artificial muscles’ for real-time monitoring and promotion of bone healing, to be showcased at Hannover Messe.
Ancient DNA reveals the appearance of a 6th century Chinese emperor
Researchers have reconstructed the face of Chinese Emperor Wu of Northern Zhou, revealing insights into his appearance, health, and the genetic history of ancient northeastern Asia.
From Earth to Mars: Transporting spin information at the speed of light
Scientists have developed a method to transfer magnetic spin to light, promising advancements in optical telecommunications and quantum technology, according to a study published in Nature.
Hydrogen train travels 1700+ miles on single tank to set world record
Swiss manufacturer Stadler has established a new Guinness World Record for the longest distance covered by a hydrogen-powered passenger train without needing to refuel.
Wild bird gestures “after you”
New research from the University of Tokyo reveals that Japanese tits utilise wing gestures for complex communication, challenging beliefs on non-verbal cues in non-human species.
Implantable batteries can run on the body’s own oxygen
Chinese researchers have developed an innovative oxygen-powered implantable battery, showing promising results in rats for future medical devices and potential cancer treatments.
Dogs trained to detect trauma stress by smelling humans’ breath
Scientists have demonstrated that trained dogs can detect PTSD symptoms in humans by identifying stress-related volatile organic compounds in breath samples.
Ground-thumping trucks will search for geothermal energy in cities
German tunnel boring machine manufacturer Herrenknecht AG and Geophysical Institute of the Karlsruhe Institute of Technology (KIT) are building Urban Vibro Trucks that produce seismic waves to search for geothermal energy sources in urban areas.
Silicon spikes take out 96% of virus particles
A team led by RMIT University has developed a silicon surface with nanospikes that effectively destroys viruses, offering a new way to combat disease in high-risk settings.