Harvard’s Wriggling Robot Swarm Mimics Blackworms for Seamless Land and Water Movement Harvard researchers have turned the nightmarish behavior of California blackworms into the foundation for a groundbreaking innovation in robotics. By studying the intricate movements of these tiny creatures, scientists have developed a swarm of soft robots that can navigate various terrains with remarkable […]
Rescue drone beats chopper, battles strong winds to fly up 3,973 ft in 4 mins
Rescue Drone Outperforms Helicopter: Jetson ONE Soars 3,973 ft in 4 Minutes Despite Strong Winds In the realm of emergency response and search-and-rescue operations, every second counts. The recent test of the Jetson ONE, a revolutionary personal vehicle (eVTOL) designed for such critical missions, has showcased a remarkable feat of technology and engineering. Conducted in […]
Japan’s sci-fi glove steers drones with hand gestures in high-precision teleoperation
Revolutionizing Drone Control: Japan’s Sci-Fi Glove Sets a New Standard in High-Precision Teleoperation Researchers at the University of Tokyo’s Dragon Lab have developed an intuitive hand-based teleoperation system that is set to revolutionize the way drones are controlled. This groundbreaking technology involves a sci-fi glove that allows users to steer drones with simple hand gestures, […]
5.2 earthquake rattles central Iran amid growing hostilities with Israel
When Disaster Strikes: Analyzing the Impact of the 5.2 Earthquake in Central Iran As tensions continue to rise in the Middle East, an unexpected event shook central Iran to its core. A 5.2 magnitude earthquake struck late Thursday, adding to the existing turmoil in the region. The seismic activity jolted an area already on edge […]
MIT builds brain for drones as new algorithm lets UAVs outsmart storms on the fly
MIT Develops Brain for Drones: New Algorithm Enables UAVs to Outsmart Storms MIT researchers have developed a new machine-learning-based adaptive control algorithm for autonomous drones. The new algorithm equips drones with the ability to navigate unpredictable weather conditions, allowing them to outsmart storms on the fly. This groundbreaking technology marks a significant advancement in the […]
Sabotage suspected after power cuts hit 45,000 homes across French Riviera in 2 days
Sabotage Suspected After Power Cuts Hit 45,000 Homes Across French Riviera in 2 Days Authorities in France are investigating suspected sabotage after two power outages hit the French Riviera, leaving approximately 45,000 homes without electricity for two consecutive days. The incidents, which occurred in the midst of scorching summer temperatures, have raised concerns about the […]
Massive cargo ship runs aground in Norway after officer falls asleep at helm
Massive Cargo Ship Runs Aground in Norway After Officer Falls Asleep at Helm In what can be termed as a bizarre incident, a Norwegian man woke up to a situation straight out of a nightmare. A massive cargo ship, the Eemslift Hendrika, found itself in distress off the coast of Norway after the officer on […]
Drone wars: how AI and autonomy are changing the game
Drone Wars: How AI and Autonomy Are Changing the Game In our latest episode of Lexicon, we sat down with Bill Irby, CEO of AgEagle, a leading company in the drone industry. Our conversation revolved around the fascinating intersection of artificial intelligence (AI) and autonomy in the world of drones, and how these technologies are […]
China’s robot dog gets one-touch navigation feature for rescue in tough terrains
China’s Robot Dog Gets One-Touch Navigation Feature for Rescue in Tough Terrains China’s leading developer of quadrupedal robotics has unveiled a brand new one-touch navigation feature integrated into their latest robot dog model. This innovation is set to revolutionize search and rescue missions in challenging terrains, where traditional robots or human rescuers may struggle to […]