Credit: CNBCStarlink, the satellite internet venture owned by SpaceX, has silently introduced its Direct Cell service on its official website, heralding a breakthrough in connectivity for LTE phones under open skies. This innovative service requires no modifications to existing phone hardware, firmware, or special applications.Future Expansion of ServicesAccording to the website, Starlink has a...
Credit: UnsplashPotholes continue to plague roadways, posing dangers to motorists and incurring substantial vehicle repair costs. Addressing these crevices is expensive, with the cost of repairs accumulating. The question remains: Why do potholes persist, and is there a solution on the horizon?The Origin of PotholesPotholes often originate from minuscule, invisible cracks in the road...
Credit: MIT.MIT researchers have ushered in a new era of tactile sensing for robotic hands, unveiling a groundbreaking camera-based touch sensor called the "GelSight Svelte." This innovative sensor, designed to emulate the shape and capabilities of a human finger, promises high-resolution tactile sensing over a vast area. It has the potential to redefine robotic manipulation...
Credit: DepositphotosDriverless cars are on the horizon, and they hold both promise and concerns for individuals with disabilities. These revolutionary vehicles have the potential to enhance the lives of those with disabilities, addressing various challenges they face when using public transportation, such as dependence on others for rides or high taxi expenses. However, certain...
Credit: Public DomainAccording to a recent survey conducted by the American Academy of Sleep Medicine (AASM), video games and social media are causing school children to stay awake at night.However, there are also more constructive activities, such as homework and extracurricular commitments, that can pose challenges when trying to establish a healthy sleep routine...
The Kenyan Roy Allela created a sign-IO that integrates a mobile application with intelligent gloves, which effectively monitors and instantaneously converts sign-language gestures into spoken language.The smart system was created considering young kids, and its development involves collaborating with young individuals who have difficulties in hearing and speaking. A specialized hardware within the glove...
FireFly's M100 AV is an autonomous 100-inch robot mower that can handle 5.3 football fields an hour, all by itselfFireFly AutomatixHumanity has an undeniable affinity for grass. We transported our preferred grass varieties from the African savannahs as we migrated globally. Even after tens of thousands of years, our attachment remains strong; many people...
WeBuild, along with an international consortium, has successfully finished constructing the Braila Bridge in Romania, which spans the Danube River. With a cost of €500M (£427M), the bridge now holds the title of being the second-longest suspension bridge in mainland Europe.A large team of more than 1,350 people and 100 suppliers worked together to...
Credit: Nacevski Nikola/ PexelsDespite the iPhone's versatile capabilities, it lacks the ability to perform a seemingly straightforward function: recording phone conversations. However, the Magmo Pro offers iPhone users a straightforward solution, allowing them to effortlessly record phone calls without the need for complex procedures.Magmo ProThe Magmo Pro, developed by Korean company Mune, is presently the...
A research team at KAIST's Department of Mechanical Engineering has produced a substantial advancement in thermal management technology that might potentially increase the dependability and lifetime of contemporary semiconductor devices. Credit: ScitechDaily.Engineers have achieved a significant breakthrough in the thermal management of semiconductors by discovering a new mode of heat transfer using surface plasmon...
