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Although there are many insects with wings that fold down beneath covers when not in use, the earwig’s wings fold the most compactly. Scientists have now copied that folding mechanism, with an eye towards using it in human technology.Continue ReadingCa… Continue reading Earwig wings inspire new folding technology
Back in 2011, we first heard about an MIT-developed system that essentially allowed robots to “see” through their fingertips. Now, the technology is being used to let them finely manipulate electrical cables.Continue ReadingCategory: Robotics, Technolo… Continue reading GelSight tech helps robots keep cables in hand
Strength may indeed be one of the selling points of carbon fiber bicycles, but many riders still worry about breaking the things if they push them too hard. That’s where the Superstrata bike comes in, as its frame is 3D printed from one continuous piec… Continue reading Superstrata bike’s carbon frame is printed in one custom-size piece
Even when they’re allowed to roam about the farmyard, chickens are still susceptible to infestations of blood-sucking mites. It now turns out that a backpack-like device could let farmers know when those mites are biting, so treatment could begin as so… Continue reading “Fitbit for chickens” detects mite infestations
With their big ugly welds, aluminum-framed mountain bikes generally aren’t quite as pretty as their carbon fiber or titanium counterparts. That said, the German-made Frace F160 is a huge exception, as its frame is milled from a solid block of aluminum…. Continue reading Gorgeous F160 mountain bike is milled from a single aluminum block
Not everyone has a green thumb, which is why we’ve seen a number of smart pots designed to make plant-care easier. One of the latest systems, known as Pico, consists of multiple mini-pots that can be electrically linked together.Continue ReadingCategor… Continue reading Pico gives plant pots the electro-pod treatment
When numerous boats crowd into one cove for the night, each one drops an anchor that could potentially damage coral or other seabed marine life. That’s why the Seafloat system was created, as it lets several boats share one “anchor.”Continue ReadingCat… Continue reading Seafloat mooring system designed to protect the seafloor
Nine years ago, we heard about a towable backpack setup known as the Monowalker Hikingtrailer. Well, a new version is now being crowdfunded, and it’s claimed to be sturdier, more adjustable, and capable of carrying even more gear.Continue ReadingCatego… Continue reading “Towable backpack” gets an aluminum frame and a big, fat tire
When shrimp are processed at seafood plants, the resulting wastewater contains a lot of protein. Scientists have now devised a method of harvesting that protein, so it can be used to supplement animal feed or food for humans.Continue ReadingCategory: G… Continue reading New process harvests protein from shrimp-processing wastewater
One of the problems with powered implants such as pacemakers is the fact that when their batteries run out of juice, they have to be surgically replaced. According to a new study, though, it may someday be possible to recharge those batteries by shinin… Continue reading Active photonic power transfer tech uses light to charge implants