While the US and its allies continue to place trade restrictions against China in an effort to impede its ability to develop next-generation technologies, Chinese manufacturers have been pushed to the limits of creativity to find alternative solutions and work...

Insights | By Robin Mitchell | 11-10-2022

Apple is well known for its refusal to allow individual users to fix their own devices, but a YouTuber has recently taken apart two identical new iPhone 14s to demonstrate just how bad the situation is. Why is the right to repair so important, what did the You...

Insights | By Robin Mitchell | 10-10-2022

Recently, researchers from India have demonstrated a locally-designed and manufactured artificial knee that not only provides a more comfortable experience but is cheaper compared to imported devices. What challenges do artificial limbs present, what did the r...

Insights | By Jack Pollard | 10-10-2022

Recently, researchers from MIT have demonstrated an underwater camera capable of ultra-low power operation using no internal battery, but while it may seem impressive, is it actually a practical design? What challenges does underwater exploration present, what...

Insights | By Robin Mitchell | 07-10-2022

It is often said that the role of those in government and councils could be done by robots, and Torfaen Council seems to be intent on testing this theory. What challenges have councils faced the past two years, what will the new system hope to provide, and wha...

In The News | By Robin Mitchell | 07-10-2022

While numerous countries worldwide have to cope with wildlife trafficking, none feel the pain like Australia, but the introduction of new AI technologies could soon change the game. What challenges does wildlife trafficking introduce, what does the new AI tech...

AI | By Robin Mitchell | 06-10-2022

While numerous countries worldwide have to cope with wildlife trafficking, none feel the pain like Australia, but the introduction of new AI technologies could soon change the game. What challenges does wildlife trafficking introduce, what does the new AI tech...

Insights | By Robin Mitchell | 06-10-2022

Recently, Volvo announced that they intend to install LiDAR systems onto all new vehicles to help identify potential dangers at extreme distances. What advantages does LiDAR present over other sensing technologies, what exactly did Volvo announce, and what oth...

Insights | By Robin Mitchell | 05-10-2022

At the end of this month, Tesla will be hosting an AI event where their latest robot, Optimus, is expected to be unveiled, but it is likely to be a disappointment for those who understand robotics and the engineering behind it. What benefits does a general rob...

AI | By Robin Mitchell | 05-10-2022

At the end of this month, Tesla will be hosting an AI event where their latest robot, Optimus, is expected to be unveiled, but it is likely to be a disappointment for those who understand robotics and the engineering behind it. What benefits does a general rob...

In The News | By Robin Mitchell | 05-10-2022

Recently, researchers from MIT demonstrated a device that utilises RADAR to identify the gait speed of Parkinson’s patients capable of being used in homes. What challenges does monitoring of Parkinson’s present, what did the researchers develop, and how does t...

Wearables | By Robin Mitchell | 04-10-2022

Recently, researchers from MIT demonstrated a device that utilises RADAR to identify the gait speed of Parkinson’s patients capable of being used in homes. What challenges does monitoring of Parkinson’s present, what did the researchers develop, and how does t...

Insights | By Robin Mitchell | 04-10-2022