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Tesla To Remove Ultrasonic Sensors, A Recipe For Disaster?

Recently, Tesla announced that it will be removing ultrasonic sensors on its vehicles and moving towards total reliance on its vision-based AI. Why do cars utilise different sensing technologies, why is Tesla moving towards vision-only, and will this be a disa...

In The News | By Robin Mitchell | 20-10-2022

Researchers Develop Wearable Fabric With Integrated Solar Cells

Recently, researchers have demonstrated a new wearable fabric that is able to generate as much as 400mW thanks to integrated solar cells. What challenges do wearable electronics face, what did the researchers present, and how is this demonstration a practical...

Wearables | By Robin Mitchell | 20-10-2022

Researchers Develop Wearable Fabric With Integrated Solar Cells

Recently, researchers have demonstrated a new wearable fabric that is able to generate as much as 400mW thanks to integrated solar cells. What challenges do wearable electronics face, what did the researchers present, and how is this demonstration a practical...

Insights | By Robin Mitchell | 20-10-2022

MIT Researchers Develop General Optimiser Tool For Any Autonomous Robotic System

Recently, researchers from MIT announced the development of an optimiser tool that can be applied to any autonomous robotic system. What challenges does robotics introduce to engineers, what did the MIT researchers do, and how will the development of generic p...

Insights | By Robin Mitchell | 19-10-2022

Plan to use 12GHz Spectrum for 5G Raises Fury in SpaceX & Other Satellite Broadband Providers

Recent proposals in the US to open the 12GHz spectrum to 5G operators have left SpaceX and other satellite broadband providers in a fury. What challenges does space satellite communication face, why are the proposals deeply concerning for satellite broadband p...

5G | By Robin Mitchell | 19-10-2022

Plan to use 12GHz Spectrum for 5G Raises Fury in SpaceX & Other Satellite Broadband Providers

Recent proposals in the US to open the 12GHz spectrum to 5G operators have left SpaceX and other satellite broadband providers in a fury. What challenges does space satellite communication face, why are the proposals deeply concerning for satellite broadband p...

Insights | By Robin Mitchell | 19-10-2022

All Hail USB-C! EU Votes for a Standard Cable, Sorry Apple :/

It’s official, USB-C is now the European standard for communication and charging, so Apple will now have to go cry in a corner and develop coping strategies. Why has the EU introduced this legislation, will this hurt innovation, and why has USB-C become the st...

In The News | By Robin Mitchell | 18-10-2022

Researchers Develop Practical Perovskite Solar Cells With Peak Efficiencies of 24.5%

Recently, researchers have managed to develop a manufacturing process that combines 2D and 3D structures to maximise the efficiency of perovskite solar cells. Why is perovskite considered the future material for solar panels, what did the researchers demonstra...

Environment | By Robin Mitchell | 18-10-2022

Researchers Develop Practical Perovskite Solar Cells With Peak Efficiencies of 24.5%

Recently, researchers have managed to develop a manufacturing process that combines 2D and 3D structures to maximise the efficiency of perovskite solar cells. Why is perovskite considered the future material for solar panels, what did the researchers demonstra...

Insights | By Robin Mitchell | 18-10-2022

Researchers Develop AI-Powered Helmets for Firefighters

Recently, researchers have demonstrated the potential capabilities of integrating AI into firefighter helmets with reduced time finding people through thick smoke, identifying hotspots, and aiding navigation. What challenges do firefighters face, what did the...

AI | By Robin Mitchell | 17-10-2022

Researchers Develop AI-Powered Helmets for Firefighters

Recently, researchers have demonstrated the potential capabilities of integrating AI into firefighter helmets with reduced time finding people through thick smoke, identifying hotspots, and aiding navigation. What challenges do firefighters face, what did the...

Insights | By Robin Mitchell | 17-10-2022

Is 5G Tech Flawed? Why Placing Large Stations Outside Homes Might See Public Backlash

Despite the growing number of complaints, 5G towers continue to be erected in residential areas across the UK, and one has recently been burned down in a suspected case of arson. What challenges have 5G towers faced, why could the use of higher frequencies be...

5G | By Robin Mitchell | 17-10-2022