Scientists create floating drones with water-skimming teeth to capture microplastics
Microplastic pollution is a growing concern, as tiny plastic particles have been found everywhere—from tap water to oceans, lakes, and rivers.
These tiny particles, which...
Scientists develop body-heat powered film for next-gen wearable devices
A team of researchers, led by Queensland University of Technology (QUT), has created an ultra-thin, flexible film that can convert body heat into electricity.
This...
This shape-changing device could help blind people navigate like the sighted
A groundbreaking new device called “Shape” is giving people with visual impairment the ability to navigate as well as sighted individuals, according to research...
New thin-film material promises tougher, flexible electronics
A research team has created a breakthrough thin-film material that makes electronic devices tougher and more durable.
This innovative material, which combines organic and inorganic...
Smart TVs spy on viewing habits even when used as monitors
Smart TVs are tracking what you watch—even when you use them as external screens, according to a recent study by researchers from Universidad Carlos...
Memory in electronics: scientists create brain-like transistors
A team of researchers at Johns Hopkins University has made a surprising discovery that could change how memory works in electronic devices.
By modifying the...
Smart windows could be the next big thing in renewable heating
World energy demand is continuing to soar as cities grow, technology advances and industries develop.
Buildings make up about 30%-40% of the total—even more than...
Scientists develop star-based navigation system to replace GPS for drones
With GPS jamming attacks becoming more common in drone warfare, researchers from the University of South Australia (UniSA) have developed a cutting-edge navigation system...
Scientists create color-changing materials for smart technologies
Scientists at Nanyang Technological University (NTU) have created a new kind of material that changes color when heated, which could lead to exciting new...
How your doorknob could power your home
The future of energy-harvesting tech
Imagine if turning a doorknob could power your alarm system or opening your refrigerator could light up your kitchen.
These ideas...