
Researchers Unveil Whiskered Robot Rat
Scientists have developed an
innovative robot rat which
can seek out and identify
objects using its whiskers.
The SCRATCHbot robot will be
demonstrated at an
international workshop
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'A Touch Of Glass' In Metal, Settles Century-old Question
Scientists have found
evidence of an important
similarity between the
behavior of polycrystalline
materials -- like metals and
ceramics -- and glasses,
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Disaster Setting At The RoboCup 2009: Flight And Rescue Robots Demonstrated Their Abilities
Modern robotics can help
where it is too dangerous
for humans to venture.
Search and rescue robots
(S&R robots) have
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Stirred, Not Shaken: Bio-inspired Cilia Mix Medical Reagents At Small Scales
Engineers used a novel
underwater manufacturing
technique to successfully
build biomimetic cilia. The
hairlike appendages mix tiny
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New Material Made From Paper Sludge Could Replace Plastic Packaging
July 3, 2009 Scientists have developed a new material by applying a biotechnological treatment to paper sludge. In many cases, the new material could replace plastic packaging and certain building ... > full story -
New Lab-on-a-chip Measures Mechanics Of Bacteria Colonies
July 3, 2009 Researchers have devised a microscale tool to help them understand the mechanical behavior of biofilms, slimy colonies of bacteria involved in most human infectious ... > full story -
Students Create Portable Device To Detect Suicide Bombers
July 2, 2009 Improvised explosive devices (IEDs), the weapons of suicide bombers, are a major cause of soldier casualties in Iraq and Afghanistan. A group of engineering undergraduate students has developed a new ... > full story -
Quantum Communications One Step Closer: Novel Ion Trap For Sensing Force And Light Developed
July 1, 2009 A novel ion trap could usher in a new generation of applications, because the device holds promise as a stylus for sensing very small forces or for an interface for efficient transfer of individual ... > full story -
New Statistical Technique Improves Precision Of Nanotechnology Data
June 30, 2009 A new statistical analysis technique that identifies and removes systematic bias, noise and equipment-based artifacts from experimental data could lead to more precise and reliable measurement of ... > full story -
Human-like Vision Lets Robots Navigate Naturally
June 30, 2009 A robotic vision system that mimics key visual functions of the human brain promises to let robots maneuver quickly and safely through cluttered environments, and to help guide the visually ... > full story -
Engineers Developing Bullet Proof Vests From Cement
June 29, 2009 Engineers are working on a new type of body armor made from cement. The new vests will combine super-strong cement with recycled carbon fibre materials to make a material tough enough to withstand ... > full story -
Energy-saving Method Checks Refrigerant Level In Air Conditioners
June 29, 2009 Engineers have developed a technique that saves energy and servicing costs by indicating when air conditioners are low on refrigerant, preventing the units from working ... > full story -
New MRI Technique Could Mean Fewer Breast Biopsies In High-risk Women
June 29, 2009 Biomedical engineers have developed a method that, applied in MRI scans of the breast, could spare some women with increased breast cancer risk the pain and stress of having to endure a biopsy of a ... > full story -
Engineers Investigate Lead-Free Soldering
June 27, 2009 Engineers aim to improve the reliability of lead-free soldering alloys that are used to make electronic devices. This would help with the implementation of environmentally-friendly materials in ... > full story
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