Search Results - human

GAC’s Groundbreaking Ammonia-Powered Engine: A Glimpse into the Future of Automotive Propulsion

Credit:  carscoops. Chinese automaker GAC (Guangzhou Automobile Group) recently unveiled an innovative combustion engine that runs on liquid ammonia in collaboration with Toyota. This breakthrough explores an unconventional alternative to traditional fossil fuels, promising a more sustainable and environmentally friendly driving experience. The Ammonia-Powered Engine At its annual technology showcase, GAC introduced a remarkable 2.0-liter engine designed to...

Revolutionizing Object Interaction: StructCode’s Novel Approach

In a world where innovation often centers around entirely new materials and manufacturing techniques, StructCode presents a novel approach to unlocking hidden potential within everyday objects.  Crafted by researchers at MIT, this ingenious concept combines laser-cutting techniques with common materials like wood to store data discreetly within object joints and living hinges. The Superman Analogy: A...

Droughts Raise River Water Temperatures

Credit: Depositphotos A recent study unveils the impending rise in river temperatures due to reduced water flows and increasing atmospheric temperatures, posing significant challenges for aquatic ecosystems, wildlife, and human society. With the ongoing global warming attributed to climate change and the projected increase in the frequency and severity of droughts, a recent study sheds light...

The App Acquires Advanced Motion Data at Just 1% of the Regular Cost

The OpenCap app allows clinicians to gain the 'superpower' of seeing below the surface, without expensive equipmentOpenCap By utilizing synchronized video captured using a pair of smartphones, scientists have developed an open-source motion-capture application. This app collects data on human movements and employs artificial intelligence for swift analysis, making it suitable for clinical applications like...

AI Discovers Potential Drug for Malaria and Osteoporosis

Reversing osteoporosis could greatly improve quality of life for millionsDepositphotos In what is becoming increasingly routine in pharmaceutical research, researchers have harnessed an artificial intelligence algorithm to pinpoint a compound, currently utilized in the treatment of malaria, that exhibits the capability to effectively counteract bone degeneration associated with osteoporosis. The compound, dihydroartemisinin (DHA), is sourced from...

Why Teaching Kids Coding Skills Remains Essential in the Age of Generative AI

Credit: Michalsons Generative AI surged in 2023, changing tech roles. It raises questions about teaching kids to code. Despite these shifts, learning to code remains crucial for cognitive skills, especially problem-solving and logical reasoning. Coding education must adapt to emphasize human skills for AI use. CodeBrave trains disadvantaged Lebanese youth in coding, robotics, and AI, providing...

Revolutionary Supersonic Travel Unveiled Amidst Challenging Times

While the XB-1 prototype won't be known for its silence, it will rely on the tried-and-true GE J85-15 military engines, which date back to the 1950s for their reliability and ease of maintenance. However, the testing of this aircraft will take place in the open expanses of the California desert, where noise levels won't...

Asteroid Discovery Suggests Widespread Liquid Water

A striking view of Asteroid Itokawa, as captured by the Hayabusa spacecraft. This S-type asteroid, known for its distinctive peanut shape, boasts a diameter of roughly 1,100 feet and completes a full rotation every 12 hours. Credit: JAXA. A recent breakthrough in asteroid research by the Japanese Hayabusa spacecraft has profound implications for our understanding...

Robotic Dexterity Enhanced by Finger-Shaped Senso

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...

Efficient Wireless Data and Energy Transfer System Discovered

Credit: Unsplash. Scientists improve wireless transfer. Industrial Internet of Things (IIoTs) combines wireless sensors, controllers, and mobile tech to enhance industrial processes. It uses small battery-powered devices, intensifying the demand for a robust network to handle data and power in IIoT monitoring. Scientists improve wireless transfer: Wireless power transfer In this context, wireless power transfer is a...