Robotic camera system moves along with insects in flight

Currently the only way of getting stable video of insects in flight involves tethering them in place – which some people would say isn’t really “flying” at all. Now, however, French scientists have developed a camera platform that moves through the air… Continue reading Robotic camera system moves along with insects in flight

Common element combos could replace rare-Earth metals in electronics

Electronic devices are made possible thanks to a group of elements often referred to as rare-Earth metals, but as the name suggests, these may be in limited supply and are relatively expensive. Now, a team of scientists has found a way to com… Continue reading Common element combos could replace rare-Earth metals in electronics