Origami-inspired robots could make repairs in space

Mori3 robot inspired by origami. Credit: Christoph Belke/EPFL RRL

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Autonomous drones deliver parts to wind turbines, faster and greener

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Innovators develop technology to tabulate and characterize every cell in the human brain

From Massachusetts General Hospital 03/11/23 The brain is made up of numerous types of cells that are organized into different structures and regions. Although several important steps have been made towards building models of the human brain, the advances have not produced undistorted 3D images of cellular architecture that are needed to build accurate and […]

New technology for customized air purification of toxic gases

From National Research Council of Science & Technology 03/11/23 Volatile organic compounds (VOCs) in daily products such as paints, adhesives, furniture, cosmetics, and deodorants make our lives easier. However, constant exposure can cause serious health problems such as respiratory illness, headaches, dermatitis, and cancer. Natural ventilation is the most effective way to reduce VOCs in […]

Look mom, no hands! Honda develops UNI-ONE hands-free mobility device

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Revolutionizing energy storage: Metal nanoclusters for stable lithium–sulfur batteries

From  Tokyo University of Science 27/10/23 The demand for efficient energy storage systems is ever increasing, especially due to the recent emergence of intermittent renewable energy and the adoption of electric vehicles. In this regard, lithium–sulfur batteries (LSBs), which can store three to five times more energy than traditional lithium-ion batteries, have emerged as a […]

Bionic hand successfully integrates with user’s body, functions for years.

From Scuola Superiore Sant’Anna 26/10/23 Karin’s life took a dramatic turn when a farming accident claimed her right arm over 20 years ago. Since then, she endured excruciating phantom limb pain. “It felt like I constantly had my hand in a meat grinder, which created a high level of stress and I had to take […]

Plasma technology transforms microalgae for faster wound healing

From Flinders University 21/10/23 Researchers at Flinders University have taken a major step in the field of wound care by using plasma technology to ‘transform’ Spirulina microalgae into ultrathin bioactive coatings. The innovative approach uses argon atmospheric plasma jet technology to transform Spirulina maxima, the blue-green microalgae, into bioactive coatings which can tackle bacterial infections […]

Mimicking ‘plant power’ through artificial photosynthesis

From American Chemical Society 18/10/23 Solar panels are an increasingly popular way to generate electricity from the sun’s energy. Although humans are still figuring out how to reliably turn that energy into fuel, plants have been doing it for eons through photosynthesis. Now, a team reporting in ACS Engineering Au has mimicked the process to […]

Finally off mute? New technology could reduce lag for online gamers and work calls

From University of Central Florida 08/10/23 Whether you’re battling foes in a virtual arena or collaborating with colleagues across the globe, lag-induced disruptions can be a major hindrance to seamless communication and immersive experiences. That’s why researchers with the University of Central Florida’s College of Optics and Photonics (CREOL) and the University of California, Los […]