Hackaday Links: November 24, 2024

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We received belated word this week of the passage of Ward Christensen, who died unexpectedly back in October at the age of 78. If the name doesn’t ring a bell, …read more Continue reading Hackaday Links: November 24, 2024

Wearable zaps infections by targeting antibiotic-resistant bacteria

As more bacteria that cause diseases become increasingly resistant to antibiotics, we need more ways to fight off infections. That’s where this new patch comes in. With just a gentle electric zap, this bioelectronic wearable could prevent bacteria from… Continue reading Wearable zaps infections by targeting antibiotic-resistant bacteria

Laser headband non-invasively IDs stroke risk in real time

A laser-driven device that offers instant feedback on a patient’s stroke risk could revolutionize current difficult methods of accurate assessment and provide a portable, affordable and non-invasive way for clinicians to make life-saving interventions…. Continue reading Laser headband non-invasively IDs stroke risk in real time

Wearable treats pain and depression in as little as one 40-minute session

A head-mounted ultrasound device has now completed two human trials. One showed how the targeted sound waves could improve pain symptoms, while another revealed a marked improvement in depression symptoms after just one session.Continue ReadingCategory… Continue reading Wearable treats pain and depression in as little as one 40-minute session

Clever armadillo-inspired “fabric” gets stiff or soft as needed

Soft materials and stiff materials both have their uses, but the two properties typically aren’t seen in one substance. RoboFabric is an exception, then, in that it can be switched back and forth between soft and stiff states.Continue ReadingCategory: … Continue reading Clever armadillo-inspired “fabric” gets stiff or soft as needed