Researchers at the University of Tokyo’s Rekimoto Lab have developed a backpack that transforms ordinary jumps into moon-like leaps. Known as Lunavity—or Augmented Jump in the research paper—the device mounts a multi-rotor aircraft on the wearer’s back and generates continuous upward thrust. By reducing the user’s effective weight, it enables higher jumps, longer airtime, and […]

As computers become faster, light seems like the ideal medium because nothing travels faster. Yet high-speed computing depends not only on speed but also on precise timing. Although scientists can control the flow of light, today’s photonic hardware is typically built for one fixed design and operating speed. The challenge is finding a way to […]

The internet relies on cables, servers, and encryption systems that remain vulnerable to attacks. For years, researchers have explored quantum physics as a possible foundation for a more secure alternative. An experiment using standard fiber optics has overcome a major hurdle, bringing quantum technology closer to real-world networks. A new milestone has been reached in […]