Robot dogs could help firefighters safely detect hazardous chemicals
Researchers in Austria have developed a four-legged robot that could make firefighting operations safer by entering dangerous areas and detecting hazardous substances before firefighters...
New water-cooling technology could make AI chips 10 times more energy efficient
Artificial intelligence is transforming the world, but it also comes with a growing energy problem.
Modern AI systems require enormous computing power, and the powerful...
Swallowable ‘blueberry’ sensor could transform how we monitor body temperature
A tiny electronic sensor that can be swallowed like a pill may soon provide one of the most accurate ways to measure body temperature.
Engineers...
Simple color signals could help people learn to control prosthetic limbs faster
Using a robotic arm or prosthetic hand may seem straightforward, but it actually requires very precise control.
Even a simple task, such as picking up...
How drones could leap from water into the air like birds and rays
Watching a seabird burst out of the ocean or a mobula ray launch itself into the air makes the transition from water to sky...
Scientists create artificial eye that could transform self-driving cars
Self-driving cars and advanced robots rely on cameras, sensors, and artificial intelligence to understand the world around them.
However, these systems often struggle when lighting...
New light-powered fiber detects tiny amounts of bacteria in just one minute
Researchers in Japan have developed a new light-based technology that can rapidly gather thousands of bacteria into a tiny area, making them much easier...
AI can help spot fake news—But it may also weaken your critical thinking
Artificial intelligence tools such as ChatGPT, Claude, and Gemini are becoming increasingly popular sources of information.
Many people now use these systems not only to...
Hidden texting flaws let attackers impersonate contacts on iPhones and Androids
A major security flaw that allowed attackers to impersonate other people in text message conversations has finally been fixed across the United States, thanks...
Transparent OLED advance could power smarter windows, cars, and wearable displays
A team of researchers in South Korea has developed a new type of transparent OLED technology that could help improve future augmented reality (AR)...
Scientists create a water-based material that stores solar energy like a living system
Scientists at Northwestern University have developed a remarkable new material that can capture energy, store it for months, use it when needed, and then...
New sonar-camera system could help underwater robots navigate in near-zero visibility
Cloudy underwater conditions can be a major problem for robotic vehicles exploring the ocean.
When underwater robots land on the seafloor, inspect shipwrecks, or dig...
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How quantum computing is transforming technology
Quantum computing, once a futuristic idea, is now making headlines with groundbreaking advancements in 2024. These powerful machines promise to revolutionize industries by solving...
Scientists find the factors behind rechargeable battery decay
Rechargeable lithium-ion batteries don't last forever.
After enough cycles of charging and recharging, they'll eventually go kaput, so researchers are constantly looking for ways to...
Scientists discover the key to longer-lasting lithium-ion batteries
Lithium-ion batteries are essential for powering electric vehicles, smartphones, and energy storage systems.
However, one big challenge is making these batteries last longer while improving...
Liquid metal: The ‘terminator’ technology battling superbugs
In the popular Terminator movies, the bad guys were often made of a shapeshifting liquid metal.
Now, in real life, scientists have discovered a way...
Scientists flash new life into lithium-ion anodes
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