Bat-inspired AI Gives Drones Ultrasonic Sight to Navigate Disaster Rescue Zones Researchers at the University of Michigan have developed an AI-powered echolocation system that allows robots to navigate through disaster zones with the precision of a bat in flight. This groundbreaking technology draws inspiration from the sophisticated echolocation abilities of bats, enabling drones to “see” […]
100-year-old mystery of dolphin-style vortex rings solved by NYU scientists
The Fascinating 100-Year-Old Mystery of Dolphin-Style Vortex Rings Finally Unraveled by NYU Scientists A team of researchers discovered an extraordinary property of vortex rings—how dolphins propel themselves underwater—that has baffled scientists for over a century. The mystery of how these marine mammals create and utilize vortex rings to move seamlessly through water has long been […]
Beetle-inspired tech senses missiles 20,000x faster than US Golden Dome, China claims
Beetle-inspired Tech Senses Missiles 20,000x Faster than US Golden Dome, China Claims Chinese scientists have developed a high-speed infrared sensor inspired by the fire beetle. This breakthrough in biomimicry technology aims to revolutionize missile defense systems by detecting and intercepting incoming threats at speeds 20,000 times faster than the renowned US-made Iron Dome. The fire […]
Air filter modeled on nasal mucus doubles efficiency in real-world performance tests
Air Filter Modeled on Nasal Mucus Doubles Efficiency in Real-World Performance Tests Chemical engineers in South Korea have developed a new air filtration system inspired by one of the human body’s natural defense mechanisms – nasal mucus. This innovative approach has shown a significant improvement in filtering efficiency compared to traditional methods, doubling its performance […]
Soft metal solid-state battery mimics biology, could drive EVs 500 miles per charge
Soft Metal Solid-State Battery Mimics Biology, Could Drive EVs 500 Miles Per Charge Researchers at Georgia Tech have developed a new metal combination that could transform the future of electric vehicles. By mimicking biology, specifically the way our brains and hearts function, the team has created a soft metal solid-state battery that has the potential […]
Insects turned into chemical reactors, help make high-tech materials from nanocarbons
Insects as Chemical Reactors: Revolutionizing High-Tech Materials Production from Nanocarbons Researchers at Japan’s RIKEN Pioneering Research Institute (PRI) and Center for Sustainable Resource Science (CSRS) have taken innovation to a whole new level by tapping into the incredible potential of insects as chemical reactors. This groundbreaking approach is poised to transform the production of high-tech […]
Humanoid bone? Robots to get human-like spine upgrade thanks to engineering brilliance
Humanoid Bone? Robots to Get Human-Like Spine Upgrade Thanks to Engineering Brilliance YouTube user Will Cogley has unveiled a new video showcasing his latest invention – a groundbreaking humanoid bone technology that could revolutionize the field of robotics. This innovative development bridges the gap between man and machine, bringing robots one step closer to resembling […]
Inflatable snake robot, inch-long crawler unite to inspect world’s tightest machines
Innovative Inflatable Snake Robot and Inch-Long Crawler Unite to Inspect World’s Tightest Machines Inspired by nature’s simplest creatures, an innovative robotic duo combines tiny, insect-like robots with inflatable technology to revolutionize the inspection of the world’s tightest and most inaccessible machines. This groundbreaking collaboration between technology and nature offers a glimpse into the future of […]
World’s smartest shell? New armor material reacts in real time to crashes and impacts
Nature has spent millions of years building better protection. Think of a turtle’s shell, the ultimate defense mechanism refined through evolution. Now, scientists and engineers have taken inspiration from nature to create the world’s smartest shell – a new armor material that reacts in real time to crashes and impacts. This groundbreaking material, developed by […]
China reveals invisible drones that flap wings like birds to rain hellfire on enemy
China Reveals Invisible Drones That Flap Wings Like Birds to Rain Hellfire on Enemy To take the edge of invisibility in aerial warfare, China has unveiled various unmanned aerial vehicles that could revolutionize modern warfare. Among these cutting-edge technologies are invisible drones that flap their wings like birds, blending seamlessly into the sky before unleashing […]