Light, flexible panel burns the rule book on where PV can be installed

The Australian National Maritime Museum has installed the country’s largest lightweight solar panel roof on its Wharf 7, Heritage Centre. By using flexible, glass-free solar panels from SunMan Energy, buildings which previously were considere… Continue reading Light, flexible panel burns the rule book on where PV can be installed

Cane-based companion robot supports mobility-impaired with a friendly touch

Taking inspiration from the traditional cane, a team of researchers from Columbia Engineering in New York has come up with a LiDAR-enabled robotic assistant which offers light-touch support for the mobility-impaired. Dubbed Canine, the device… Continue reading Cane-based companion robot supports mobility-impaired with a friendly touch

Sennheiser launches its first audiophile Bluetooth in-ear headphones

Sennheiser fans can stop holding their breath, because the iconic German brand has finally produced an audiophile-quality set of in-ear, Bluetooth headphones. Based on the successful IE 80S wired model, the new IE 80S BT offers voice assistan… Continue reading Sennheiser launches its first audiophile Bluetooth in-ear headphones

Scottish artificial tongue can tell a dram from a sham

A tiny artificial tongue which can identify individual whiskies by taste has been invented by a team of engineers from – of course – the University of Glasgow. The device could mean big things for drink makers wanting to ensure a consistent p… Continue reading Scottish artificial tongue can tell a dram from a sham

Rate of climate change is outpacing animals' ability to adapt says meta-study

The great tit (Parus major) is known to adapt reasonably well to normal climate change

Many animals commonly adjust to changes in climate by shifting behaviors such as hibernation, reproduction and migration in order to optimize the continuation of the species. Unfortunately, a recent meta analysis of over 10,000 studies suggests these adaptations simply aren’t happening quickly enough.

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Apollo 11 50th anniversary watch puts a glowing star system on your wrist

There’s a galaxy of products commemorating Apollo 11’s 50th anniversary, from coins to cushions, tumblers to tote-bags. But for those who really want to wear their astro-hearts on their sleeve (or wrist), the Trappist-1 NASA edition might jus… Continue reading Apollo 11 50th anniversary watch puts a glowing star system on your wrist

NASA announces 19 public-private partnerships to accelerate Moon and Mars programs

NASA is huge, and with an annual budget of US$21.5 billion, over 17,000 employees and who knows how many geniuses, you’d think it could pretty much solve any sciencey spacey problem. But no. The space agency not only needs outside help, it en… Continue reading NASA announces 19 public-private partnerships to accelerate Moon and Mars programs

Full-width digital dashboard revealed for the Honda e compact EV

Honda has been drip-feeding details on its forthcoming Honda e electric hatchback for a while now. We’ve learned about the radical camera-based side mirrors and the “skateboard” chassis, and now Honda has revealed details of the stylish – yet… Continue reading Full-width digital dashboard revealed for the Honda e compact EV

BladeX gives laptop, phone or​ console users an ultra-slim second screen

Our laptops, tablets and smartphones serve us well when we’re away from home or the office, but sometimes we want more. More speed, more storage and much more screen. We can already buy portable screens, but few tick as many boxes as the mini… Continue reading BladeX gives laptop, phone or​ console users an ultra-slim second screen

2019 Audubon Photography Awards include new prizes – and plenty of amazing bird pics

2019 marks the 10th year of the Audubon Photography Awards, and the introduction of two new prizes – the Plants for Birds Prize and the Fisher Prize. From over 8,000 entries (by 2,253 entrants) from all over North America, the judges were tas… Continue reading 2019 Audubon Photography Awards include new prizes – and plenty of amazing bird pics