“Micromotors” could more effectively treat rheumatoid arthritis

Although the drinking of hydrogen-gas-infused water can help treat rheumatoid arthritis, the effects are limited. Scientists have developed what could be a better alternative, though, in the form of tiny injectable gas-emitting “micromotors.”Continue R… Continue reading “Micromotors” could more effectively treat rheumatoid arthritis→

Powered “underwater glider” has no external moving parts

When scientists wish to gather oceanographic data over long distances – but without disturbing marine life – autonomous “underwater gliders” are often used. A new one is claimed to be highly maneuverable, yet it has no external propulsion or steering s… Continue reading Powered “underwater glider” has no external moving parts→

Flying Drone Blanket will charge and launch swarms of quadcopters

Although it’s getting increasingly common to see swarms of illuminated drones being used for aerial light shows, simultaneously charging and launching all of those aircraft can still be tricky. That’s where the Flying Drone Blanket is intended to come … Continue reading Flying Drone Blanket will charge and launch swarms of quadcopters→

Ultrasound and magnetism let drug-delivery nanobeads travel upstream

Although various groups are already working on nanoparticles that could be used for directed drug delivery via the bloodstream, most of those particles are designed to “go with the flow.” Now, however, Swiss researchers have created ones that can actua… Continue reading Ultrasound and magnetism let drug-delivery nanobeads travel upstream→

magped announces a lighter but stronger magnetic mountain bike pedal

Back in 2019 we reviewed the magped Enduro mountain bike pedals, which keep the rider’s feet in place using magnets. Well, the Austria-based magped company has now announced a new-and-improved model, called the Sport2.Continue ReadingCategory: Bicycles… Continue reading magped announces a lighter but stronger magnetic mountain bike pedal→

Ultraviolet TV could provide a better understanding of animals’ vision

Unlike us, many animals can see ultraviolet light. If you’re using a video screen to study their visual perception, therefore, that screen really ought to work in the UV spectrum – and a new one does exactly that.Continue ReadingCategory: ScienceTags: … Continue reading Ultraviolet TV could provide a better understanding of animals’ vision→

Edible holograms could decorate or even authenticate food

Remember back in the mid-80s, when mass-produced holograms were such a big deal? Since then, they’ve become common on credit cards, currency and other items. Now, thanks to new research, you can actually eat the things.Continue ReadingCategory: Science… Continue reading Edible holograms could decorate or even authenticate food→

Thin, flexible pump could make soft robots even softer

Soft-bodied robots move via pneumatic “muscles” that are selectively inflated or deflated. And while the muscles themselves may be soft and squishy, they’re usually hooked up to hard, unwieldy pumps. A new pump, however, is both small and flexible.Cont… Continue reading Thin, flexible pump could make soft robots even softer→