Lithium-metal batteries have the potential to revolutionize the energy storage industry due to their significantly higher energy densities compared to the current lithium-ion battery technology. However, these batteries have been plagued by limitations, particularly in terms of their lifespan. Recent research conducted by scientists at the University of Science and Technology of China and other
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Roboticists around the world have been working tirelessly to design robotic grippers that are capable of efficiently picking up and manipulating various objects. While many grippers are inspired by human hands and perform well in real-world tasks, they often come with complex mechanisms that make them expensive and difficult to control. This can hinder their
Cognitive flexibility, a critical human capability, enables individuals to rapidly switch between different thoughts and mental concepts. This ability supports multi-tasking, skill acquisition, and adaptation to new situations. While artificial intelligence (AI) systems have made significant advancements, they still lack the cognitive flexibility displayed by humans. Understanding how biological neural circuits support cognitive flexibility can
Solar energy has long been seen as a promising renewable energy source, and advancements in technology have been made to enhance the capture and utilization of this abundant resource. One such innovation is the luminescent solar concentrator (LSC), which has been developed since the 1970s to improve solar energy capture. Traditional concentrators rely on mirrors
Recent research conducted by CSIRO has brought to light the fact that new Australian homes are now up to 50% more airtight compared to those tested in 2015. This is certainly a positive development for homeowners, as it signifies that these homes are more comfortable, have lower energy bills, and boast healthier indoor air quality.
The modern world heavily relies on wireless internet for various daily activities, including professional communication, internet browsing, and entertainment streaming. However, with the increasing demand for wireless internet access comes a greater power consumption that contributes to carbon emissions on a global scale. As a result, there is a growing need for future wireless networks
The innovative team of engineers at UCLA has recently developed a groundbreaking tunable dynamic material inspired by the mechanics of push puppet toys. This new class of metamaterial has the potential to transform the field of soft robotics and open up a world of possibilities in reconfigurable architectures and space engineering. By mimicking the tension-based
The recent federal court ruling against Google for maintaining an illegal monopoly in internet search has sparked a heated debate among users and tech enthusiasts. While Google’s search engine is widely recognized as the best in the United States, the company’s tactics to secure its dominance have come under scrutiny. The ruling, delivered by D.C.
Imagine a small lawnmower-like robot with a single black pole and a tablet-sized screen that has the ability to protect children at crosswalks. This innovative prototype called CrossBot, created by Hovannes Kulhandjian, an associate professor in electrical and computer engineering at Fresno State, is equipped with advanced sensors and algorithms to ensure the safety of
Dr. Jin Gu Kang and his team from the Nanophotonics Research Center at the Korea Institute of Science and Technology (KIST) have recently made a breakthrough in the field of radiant cooling technology. Their innovative research has led to the development of a colorful radiation-cooling liquid crystal material that not only provides efficient cooling without