China Unveils ‘World’s First’ Jet-Powered Vertical Landing Drone for Warships Chinese aerospace engineers claimed to have developed the world’s first high-speed, vertical takeoff and landing drone specifically designed for warships. This groundbreaking innovation marks a significant milestone in the field of drone technology and military capabilities. The newly unveiled drone, equipped with jet-powered engines, is […]
Students 3D-print ‘hybrid drone’ that flies, swims, and resurfaces in seconds
Students 3D-print ‘hybrid drone’ that flies, swims, and resurfaces in seconds A team of applied industrial electronics students at Aalborg University in Denmark has built and successfully tested a groundbreaking ‘hybrid drone’ that showcases the power of innovation and technology convergence. This remarkable creation can seamlessly transition between flying in the air, swimming underwater, and […]
Harvard’s wriggling robot swarm mimics blackworms to move as one on land and water
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 […]
UK’s Royal Navy tests underwater robot to protect critical undersea infrastructure
UK’s Royal Navy Tests Underwater Robot to Protect Critical Undersea Infrastructure The UK Navy has started testing an advanced underwater robot designed to protect critical undersea infrastructure. This cutting-edge technology marks a significant milestone in safeguarding vital assets beneath the ocean’s surface. With the increasing reliance on undersea cables for communication and data transfer, ensuring […]
Smart seabed sensors to monitor CO₂ storage at UK’s first offshore carbon capture site
Smart Seabed Sensors Revolutionize COâ‚‚ Monitoring at UK’s First Offshore Carbon Capture Site A British firm has been selected to offer environmental monitoring services for an offshore carbon capture project in the UK. The company will deploy smart seabed sensors to track and analyze the storage of COâ‚‚ deep below the ocean floor. This innovative […]
Researchers trace drugs and diseases from DNA drifting through city air
Researchers trace drugs and diseases from DNA drifting through city air DNA is in the air, and scientists are finally learning how to read it. In a groundbreaking study conducted by researchers from the University of Hong Kong, it was discovered that DNA fragments from humans, animals, and plants can be found in the air […]
Breakthrough laser crystals power quantum computing and imaging without rare earths
Breakthrough Laser Crystals Power Quantum Computing and Imaging Without Rare Earths Lasers play a crucial role across many industries, from medicine to quantum computing. But producing these powerful beams often relies on rare earth elements, which come with high costs and environmental concerns. However, recent advancements in laser crystal technology are paving the way for […]
Lens 40 times thinner than human hair halves infrared wavelength, makes it visible
Lens 40 Times Thinner Than Human Hair Halves Infrared Wavelength, Making it Visible Scientists in Switzerland have developed an ultra-thin metalens that converts invisible infrared light into visible, opening up a world of possibilities in imaging and sensing technologies. This groundbreaking invention, just 40 times thinner than a human hair, has the potential to revolutionize […]
Lockheed, IBM unveil smart drone swarms to adapt and evolve in live battle zones
Lockheed, IBM Unveil Smart Drone Swarms to Adapt and Evolve in Live Battle Zones In modern warfare, seconds can decide the outcome of a mission. Responding quickly to fast-changing scenarios is crucial for success on the battlefield. To address this need for agility and adaptability, Lockheed Martin and IBM have joined forces to unveil a […]
Photons give pathbreaking quantum sensors superpower to see the invisible
Photons Give Pathbreaking Quantum Sensors Superpower to See the Invisible Imagine trying to measure something so tiny, faint, or fragile that even our best scientific instruments struggle to detect it. This is where quantum sensors come into play, offering an unprecedented level of sensitivity that allows us to explore the previously invisible realms of the […]