New 4D printing method creates wind turbine blades that are 80% lighter
Researchers at Concordia University have developed a new manufacturing method that could make small wind turbines lighter, cheaper, and more efficient.
Their new approach uses...
AI browsers can book your holiday—but they may also put your personal data at...
Artificial intelligence is changing the way people browse the internet.
New AI-powered web browsers can do much more than search for information.
They can plan holidays,...
Air conditioners alone can’t beat extreme heat, scientists warn
As the world gets hotter, air conditioners are becoming more important than ever.
They help people stay safe during heat waves and can even save...
Scientists turn old EV batteries into more powerful next-generation batteries
Electric vehicle (EV) batteries may have a much brighter future than simply being recycled into basic materials.
Researchers at the University of California San Diego...
New smart bicycle knows when you’re turning—and when you’re about to fall
Scientists in Japan have developed a smart bicycle that can tell the difference between a rider making a normal turn and a rider losing...
Natural aquifers could revolutionize cooling for AI data centers, study finds
As artificial intelligence (AI) continues to grow, so does the number of data centers needed to power it.
These facilities run around the clock and...
Scientists discover simpler way to make rare silicon that could boost future batteries
Scientists have discovered a new and much simpler way to produce a rare form of silicon that could improve batteries and electronic devices while...
Why airplanes still limit carry-on batteries to 100 Wh
Many travelers carry smartphones, laptops, tablets, power banks, and other electronic devices when flying.
While these devices are convenient, the lithium-ion batteries inside them can...
Why the Same Blood Pressure Can Lead to Different Diseases, According to AI
Millions of people live with high blood pressure. Many do not even know they have it because it often causes no symptoms in its...
New water-powered battery could power wearables—and even destroy sensitive devices
Scientists have developed a new type of battery that runs using moisture from the air instead of the liquid chemicals found in most batteries.
The...
New study reveals six clues that help identify AI-generated faces
Artificial intelligence can now create fake human faces that look almost identical to real people.
These realistic images, often called deepfakes, are becoming increasingly common...
Scientists discover birds’ secret to smooth flight using a robotic replica
A robotic bird inspired by one of nature's most skilled fliers is helping scientists understand how birds stay stable in strong winds.
The research could...
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This robotic hand has a gecko-inspired grip
Across a vast array of robotic hands and clamps, there is a common foe: the heirloom tomato.
You may have seen a robotic gripper deftly...
Scientists unveil groundbreaking material for next-gen batteries
Scientists at the University of Liverpool have made an exciting breakthrough that could change the way we power everything from electric cars to smartphones.
They've...
Tiny new structures could supercharge next-generation solar cells
A team of researchers has discovered that tiny, ever-changing structures inside cutting-edge solar cell materials could be the key to making solar panels more...
This new circuit board can be repeatedly recycled, shows study
Electronic waste is a growing problem globally.
In 2022 alone, the world produced an astonishing 137 billion pounds of it, and a significant part of...
AI eye scan can help find heart disease and stroke risks
A new study has shown that artificial intelligence (AI) can help doctors detect the risk of heart attacks and strokes simply by scanning a...