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AI-Enabled Technology Can Autonomously Tackle Oil Fires on Ships

Automotive, Engineering, Mechanical / Jorge Paka

Engineers have developed a next-generation, domestically made fire suppression system that autonomously detects oil fires on naval ships and accurately extinguishes them, even in challenging maritime conditions. AI independently verifies the presence of a fire and activates the system only when a real fire is detected. It directs its extinguishing agent precisely at the fire […]

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Pneumatic Soft Elbow Exoskeleton for Reducing Muscle Activity and Effort

Engineering, Robotics / Eduardo Paulo

For workers performing long hours of lifting and repetitive tasks, even minor innovations can significantly help prevent future musculoskeletal injuries. That’s why engineers at The University of Texas at Arlington have created a soft robotic exoskeleton designed to quite literally ease the burden by reducing strain on the arm and elbow. PASE: Soft Robotic Support

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Power Lines Come Alive with Massive Animal-Shaped Pylons

Architecture, Engineering / Jorge Paka

No one enjoys seeing beautiful landscapes marred by power lines, yet they remain an essential part of modern infrastructure. But what if these structures could shift from being an eyesore to a captivating landmark? That’s the vision behind a creative initiative that reimagines power pylons as enormous animal sculptures. Austrian Power Giants Celebrate Regional Identity

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Scientists Developed the First ‘Living’ Cement that Generates Energy and could Reshape Construction

Architecture, Engineering / Jorge Paka

Is traditional cement—the kind we’ve known since childhood for laying floors or building walls—nearing its end? In Denmark, researchers have surprised the world with the creation of “living cement.” Beyond construction, this innovative material can also store and generate energy. Scientists at Aarhus University achieved the breakthrough by integrating the bacterium Shewanella oneidensis—renowned for its

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Engineers Develop Advanced AI to Reshape Control in Complex Systems

Artificial Intelligence, Engineering, Tech / Jorge Paka

Researchers at Florida Atlantic University’s College of Engineering and Computer Science have made an AI breakthrough that provides a more intelligent and efficient method for managing complex systems involving multiple decision-makers with varying levels of authority. This innovative framework, recently featured in IEEE Transactions on Systems, Man and Cybernetics: Systems, has the potential to greatly

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Micro Wind Turbine for Rooftops Earns Landmark Certification

Electrical & Electronics, Engineering / Samilton Santos

German company SkyWind has become the first manufacturer to secure full certification for its compact NG wind turbine. Designed for easy installation on residential rooftops, these small yet efficient devices offer homeowners a way to supplement grid electricity with clean, renewable power. A Different Approach from Giant Turbines Large-scale wind turbines usually dominate the spotlight

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A Mercedes Powered by BMW Engines Could Soon Hit Showrooms

Automotive, Transportation & Automation / Samilton Santos

Mercedes-Benz and BMW have long stood as fierce rivals in the automotive world. Yet, the two iconic German brands may soon be linked in an unexpected way—by sharing engines. Talks of Engine Sharing According to Autocar UK, an insider at Mercedes disclosed that the company is in advanced discussions to use BMW’s four-cylinder petrol engines

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Small Device Harnesses Nut Waste and Drops of Water to Create Sustainable Energy

Engineering, Material & Energy, Tech / Eduardo Paulo

A team from the University of Waterloo has created a low-cost device that can power a calculator using just discarded walnut shells and a few drops of water. Their findings appear in Energy & Environmental Materials. The coin-sized water-induced electric generator (WEG) creates electricity as water evaporates through the shell’s intricate pore network. “With just

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Cadillac’s Bold Elevated Velocity Concept SUV Blends Performance and Futurism

Automotive, Engineering / Samilton Santos

Gullwing doors? Check. A promise of extreme performance with both off-road and off-grid potential? Check. A concept that will likely never hit production lines? Also check. The Cadillac Elevated Velocity is an all-electric design study created for fans of the brand’s V-Series performance lineup. This 2+2-seat crossover aims to merge luxury with rugged versatility while

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How Quantum Technology Could Enhance Pilot Navigation Safety

Electrical & Electronics, Tech / Eduardo Paulo

Over the last 20 years, GPS technology has become deeply embedded in daily life, powering everything from smartphones and airplanes to stock markets, emergency services, and power grids. The system supporting much of today’s infrastructure is more fragile than many realize—and global conflicts have given malicious actors opportunities to exploit it. GPS jamming and spoofing—where

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