Transportation & Automation

Cylinder Sails May Cut Cargo Ship Fuel use by Up to 90%

Artist's concept of a ship with the CoFlow systemCoFlow JetA new wind-driven system by startup CoFlow Jet, resembling a set of bridge supports mistakenly placed on a cargo ship, claims to reduce ship fuel costs by up to 90% using stationary cylinders without any moving parts.With the dual pressures of rising fuel costs and...

Intricate Wooden Time Machine Vehicle Takes to the Streets

Built from a concept inspired by generative AI, this eye-catching vehicle showcases its creator's extraordinary woodworking skillsND Woodworking ArtCreated to embody the idea of a time machine, this remarkable wooden vehicle, crafted by a skilled woodworking engineer, is now captivating onlookers as it rattles and hums through the streets of Vietnam.This unique vehicle is...

SpaceX Unveils New Streamlined Spacesuits

3D printing creates the EVA suit helmet using polycarbonate materials. Credit: SpaceXSpaceX has unveiled its latest Extravehicular Activity (EVA) suits, which could debut in low-Earth orbit by the end of summer. These new suits represent an evolution from the current Dragon mission spacesuits, limited to pressurized environments. Unlike their predecessors, the EVA suits enable...

Expert Analyzes Causes of Baltimore Bridge Collapse

The Dali container ship and wreckage from the Francis Scott Key Bridge along the Patapsco River in Baltimore, Maryland, on March 26. Photo: Al Drago/Bloomberg via Getty ImagesDetails are still emerging about the event that took place in the early morning hours of March 26, 2024, involving the Dali, a large cargo ship departing...

Promoting the Adoption of Four-Color Traffic Signals

An additional white traffic light could improve both vehicle and pedestrian traffic. Credit: PixaobayGet ready to embrace change if you're accustomed to the traditional green, amber, and red traffic lights. Recent studies propose that incorporating a white light could enhance traffic flow and bolster safety for motorists and pedestrians alike.Since the 1920s, the standard...

Experience Omnidirectional Floating with Honda’s XR Demo

Uni-One riders move through real and virtual worlds by shifting their body weight for a "peaceful feeling of floating in the sky"HondaHonda is repurposing its sit-down Segway designed for leisurely shopping, known as the Uni-One, by integrating it with VR goggles to create "a unique extended reality experience that combines the excitement of mobility...

Major Advancement Enables Electric Vehicles to Travel 1,000 Kilometers on Single Charge

With just a single charge, you could journey to [insert a destination approximately 1,000 kilometers away] from your current location. Credit: Unsplash.One of the primary concerns in the transition from petrol-based vehicles to electric vehicles (EVs) revolves around the range issue – how far can an EV travel on a single charge? However, researchers...

Engineers Develop Ultra-Fast Charging Lithium Battery

Credit: Unsplash.Engineers have achieved a remarkable feat in battery technology, unveiling a revolutionary lithium battery equipped with superior electrodes poised to revolutionize charging speeds. The latest innovation boasts a charging time of under five minutes, marking a significant advancement over current battery offerings, particularly concerning electric vehicle applications.Unveiling the InnovationThe breakthrough stemmed from the...

Cold Weather can Restrict EV Range and Create Charging Challenges

Credit: DepositphotosElectric-vehicle owners across a wide region, from Chicago to northern Texas, have experienced a challenging week due to freezing temperatures, resulting in decreased driving range and prolonged waits at charging stations.In Oak Brook, Illinois, close to Chicago, television reporters discovered Teslas running low on battery while queuing for charging plugs at a Supercharger...

Rechargeable Batteries Using Lithium-Ion Technology

Credit: PixabayIndispensable lithium-powered rechargeable batteries enable extended usage of devices for hours or even days, packing millions of times more computing capability in your pocket than the technology that facilitated the Apollo 11 moon landing in July 1969.These handy technological innovations, initially brought to the commercial market in 1991 by Japanese companies Sony and...