Low-cost passive maglev upgrade tested on regular rail tracks

Maglev transport systems present an attractive option for the mobility mix. They’re quick and quiet, and are low maintenance. But setup can be costly and complex. Italy’s IronLev is looking to change that with a passive system that runs on regular rail… Continue reading Low-cost passive maglev upgrade tested on regular rail tracks

Video: GPT-enhanced humanoid speaks and reasons as it works

Figure has demonstrated the first fruit of its collaboration with OpenAI to enhance the capabilities of humanoid robots. In a video released today, the Figure 01 bot is seen conversing in real-time.Continue ReadingCategory: Robotics, TechnologyTags: Fi… Continue reading Video: GPT-enhanced humanoid speaks and reasons as it works

Piaggio’s auto-following Kilo bot carts 220 lb like a robo pack mule

The Piaggio Group’s Fast Forward innovation lab has launched a self-follow rolling flat-bed robot at the Modex trade show in Atlanta. The company says that the Kilo platform is aimed at helping businesses to “augment their workforce and enhance worker … Continue reading Piaggio’s auto-following Kilo bot carts 220 lb like a robo pack mule

World’s largest tidal range project set to bridge Liverpool’s Mersey river

A plan to build a barrier across the Mersey is starting to take shape. If it goes ahead, the ambitious project would becomes the largest tidal range facility in the world, while also offering pedestrians and cyclists safe passage across the river.Conti… Continue reading World’s largest tidal range project set to bridge Liverpool’s Mersey river

Review: Horizon Ultra 4K smart projector first with laser/LED light source

A stylish home cinema smart projector with a novel five-channel dual-light optical engine and Dolby Vision? The Horizon Ultra went on sale late last year, and when I was recently given the opportunity to play catchup with the tech-packed home projector… Continue reading Review: Horizon Ultra 4K smart projector first with laser/LED light source

Compact and versatile underwater scooter powers aquatic exploration

Exploring the world under the waves can be exhilarating, and exhausting. An underwater scooter could help you venture farther and discover more, and the latest from China’s LeFeet is currently motoring through Kickstarter.Continue ReadingCategory: Mari… Continue reading Compact and versatile underwater scooter powers aquatic exploration

Orbea’s new hydroformed ebike adds fun and style to daily commuting

An eye-catching new urban ebike named Diem has hit the road in Basque country and beyond, leveraging almost a century of high-end manufacturing know-how from renowned European premium bike maker Orbea.Continue ReadingCategory: Bicycles, TransportTags: … Continue reading Orbea’s new hydroformed ebike adds fun and style to daily commuting

Video: Wave Engine’s UAV test flight brings pulsejet into 21st century

Wave Engine Corp has aced a demonstration flight of a simple jet engine with no moving parts. A modern version of a pulsejet, the J-1 engine powered a UAV through take-off and several mid-air stop/starts before the aircraft nailed the landing.Continue … Continue reading Video: Wave Engine’s UAV test flight brings pulsejet into 21st century