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How Skin-like Sensors are Transforming the Field of Robotics

Developing skin-like sensors for robots is the holy grail in robotics, but while countless sensing technologies exist, none are able to provide robotic systems with the same capabilities as that of human fingers. Now, researchers have developed a process that...

In The News | By Robin Mitchell | 28-07-2023

Nature-Inspired Robotics: How the M4 Robot Mimics Animal Locomotion

Modern-day robotics (especially soft robotics) take a lot of inspiration from nature. A lot of these inspirations come from trying to mimic how animals move to give robots a better degree of locomotion. Many animals can navigate tricky terrain by using multi-f...

Insights | By Liam Critchley | 28-07-2023

What is a DC/DC Converter? Decoding Power Conversion

This article offers a comprehensive guide into the world of DC/DC converters, exploring their history, uses, and types, as well as discussing their challenges and future prospects, including their chaotic behaviour and ongoing research in the field. Let's delv...

Educational | By Jack Pollard | 25-07-2023

What is an Electrical Connector? In-Depth Look into the World of Connectors

This article provides a comprehensive overview of electronics connectors, their types, components, and applications. It also discusses the challenges faced by connectors in various environments and the solutions to these challenges. Table of Contents Introduct...

Educational | By Jack Pollard | 24-07-2023

GGtag: The Reusable & Reprogrammable ePaper Badge Tackling E-Waste

In a world of consumption and waste, it is amazing to see how copious amounts of technology quickly find their way into landfills with little regard for recycling. Recognising the waste caused by ID cards, Eurolan has demonstrated a new ePaper-based ID card th...

Insights | By Robin Mitchell | 24-07-2023

What are MEMS? A Comprehensive Guide to Microelectromechanical Systems

Welcome to our comprehensive guide on Microelectromechanical Systems (MEMS). In this article, we will journey into the fascinating world of MEMS, exploring its diverse applications, delving into how it's made, and examining how it's reshaping various sectors....

Educational | By Jack Pollard | 21-07-2023

Jellyfish Robots: A Novel Approach to Tackling Ocean Plastic Pollution

Recently, researchers from the Max Planck Institute for Intelligent Systems demonstrated an experimental jellyfish robot that could one day be used to clean up the oceans of plastic waste. What challenges does plastic waste present, what did the researchers de...

Insights | By Robin Mitchell | 20-07-2023

The Economics of Green Energy: A Case Study of Wind Ranchers in Texas

You don’t have to believe in clean energy to embrace renewable technology – you just have to like money. John Davis owns the Pecan Spring Ranch in Wind-Swept, West Texas. When a developer offered cash in exchange for the right to install an array of wind turbi...

Environment | By Gary Elinoff | 19-07-2023

The Economics of Green Energy: A Case Study of Wind Ranchers in Texas

You don’t have to believe in clean energy to embrace renewable technology – you just have to like money. John Davis owns the Pecan Spring Ranch in Wind-Swept, West Texas. When a developer offered cash in exchange for the right to install an array of wind turbi...

Insights | By Gary Elinoff | 19-07-2023

Quantum Cryptography: The Future of Secure Digital Payments

Digital payments and digital banking have become more and more popular over the last decade or so and have replaced cash transactions in many parts of society. The adoption of online banking and digital payments was also accelerated during the COVID-19 pandemi...

Technical Analysis | By Liam Critchley | 18-07-2023

BMW's ConnectedRide Smartglasses: The Future of Motorcycle Navigation

Recognising the challenges faced by motorcycle users, BWM recently announced the launch of their ConnectedRide Smartglasses, providing users with a heads-up display for both speed and directions. What challenges do motorcycle riders face, what will the smartgl...

Wearables | By Robin Mitchell | 17-07-2023

BMW's ConnectedRide Smartglasses: The Future of Motorcycle Navigation

Recognising the challenges faced by motorcycle users, BWM recently announced the launch of their ConnectedRide Smartglasses, providing users with a heads-up display for both speed and directions. What challenges do motorcycle riders face, what will the smartgl...

In The News | By Robin Mitchell | 17-07-2023