Engineers and scientists are developing tech-driven solutions like robotics and AI to reduce herbicide dependency for weeding in the agriculture industry. However, current systems face challenges with thinning, a crucial step in farming. To address this, resea...

By Robin Mitchell | 27-02-2023

Recently, soft robotics has emerged as a promising technology to help patients with neurodegenerative conditions such as ALS. Researchers have demonstrated the advantages of using soft robotics in medical aid by providing control and strength to motor actions....

By Robin Mitchell | 24-02-2023

The smoking of substances such as tobacco presents numerous dangers to one's medical health, including an increased risk of cancer and exposure to carcinogens. Quitting smoking can be difficult, especially for those who are addicted to nicotine or the habit it...

By Robin Mitchell | 23-02-2023

Researchers used AI and IoT technologies to remotely monitor moss growth in the harsh Antarctic environment. By using LoRaWAN for long-range transmission and AIoT, the system gathered critical data such as temperature and humidity without overwhelming data pro...

By Robin Mitchell | 23-02-2023

A UK patient received an implantable heart sensor to monitor their condition, detecting heart failure and preventing attacks and death. The sensor is implanted in a vein, inflating a balloon to hold it in place. The patient wears a wireless charging belt to po...

By Robin Mitchell | 22-02-2023

Recently, research investigating lithium-ion battery technology discovered that supposedly inert materials lead to degradation and self-discharge, reducing battery longevity and energy storage capacity. The discovery highlights the importance of understanding...

By Robin Mitchell | 21-02-2023

As AI continues to astound the world with its remarkable capabilities, the dangers of AI technology are starting to become more evident. The recent DAN jailbreak incident highlights the risks and dangers associated with AI applications. This jailbreak has allo...

By Robin Mitchell | 20-02-2023

It may well be the way forward in creating greater efficiency in solar panels, but perovskite cell (PSCs) technology has some hang-ups; it’s not easy to mass-produce, it deteriorates quickly, and it’s made from some nasty materials. So, on the one hand, we hav...

By Paul Whytock | 17-02-2023

Open-source software and hardware projects are becoming increasingly popular, but their complexity and large supply chains bring new challenges for engineers in terms of cybersecurity. With the growing threat of cyber attacks, it's important to understand the...

By Robin Mitchell | 13-02-2023

The bile duct is a key channel within the liver but is susceptible to becoming cancerous and is the second most common primary liver cancer. Most diagnoses of bile duct cancer come when it’s at an advanced stage and often too late, leading to poor survival rat...

By Liam Critchley | 08-02-2023

Researchers have uncovered a breakthrough in thermal management with their discovery of the impact a thin coating of hydrogel can have on the efficiency of heatsinks. By absorbing moisture and regulating temperature, this innovative material has the power to t...

By Jack Pollard | 07-02-2023

Recent earning reports from tech giants Intel and Samsung reveal a marked decrease in revenue from the consumer electronics sector, largely due to the persistent shortage of memory technology components like NAND and DRAM chips. The COVID-19 pandemic, along wi...

By Robin Mitchell | 06-02-2023

Recently, researchers in Brazil developed a portable medical sensor that can identify and detect the presence of heavy metals, such as lead and cadmium, in human sweat. This new technology allows individuals to screen and diagnose themselves for exposure to po...

By Robin Mitchell | 30-01-2023

Despite its age, the trusty hard disk drive (HDD), with its vast storage capacity and cost-effective nature, still reigns supreme in the data storage world, dominating newer technologies like the speedy solid-state drive (SSD). What challenges do memory techno...

By Jack Pollard | 27-01-2023