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Walking on two legs isn’t as easy as it seems...
For robots and their designers, walking on two legs isn't as easy as it seems. Researchers at EPFL’s Biorobotics Laboratory are testing novel algorithms to improve humanoids’ ability to walk and interact with humans.
Simulator accelerates the design of magnetic guided AGR vehicles
A simulator that lets AGV designers programme, test and fine tune their Automated Guided Vehicles in the comfort of their PC has been introduced by Roboteq. A magnetic track guided AGV can be built with just two Roboteq components: an MGS1600 magnetic guide sensor and any Roboteq Dual Channel motor controller.
Elastic glue seals wounds in 60 seconds
Biomedical engineers from the University of Sydney and the United States collaborated on the development of the potentially life-saving surgical glue, called MeTro. MeTro’s high elasticity makes it ideal for sealing wounds in body tissues that continually expand and relax – such as lungs, hearts and arteries – that are otherwise at risk of re-opening.
SCARA robots on show at Czech trade show
TM Robotics will exhibit at the International Engineering Fair (MSV) in Brno, Czech, from October 9-13, 2017. With over 1,500 exhibitors and 75,000 visitors from 59 countries worldwide, TM Robotics is set to reach out to the many attendees, demonstrating the addition of a sliding fifth axis to the THP550 SCARA robot. The industrial robot specialist is exhibiting along with SDA. Together they will exhibit the unique THP550 slider demonstratio...
Biosensor can detect antibiotic production by microbes
Researchers from North Carolina State University have engineered designer biosensors that can detect antibiotic molecules of interest. The biosensors are a first step toward creating antibiotic-producing “factories” within microbes such as E. coli. Macrolides are a group of naturally occurring small molecules that can have antibiotic, antifungal or anticancer effects. The antibiotic erythromycin is one example – it is a mac...
Motorsport connector range races ahead
Extending its range of motorsport connectors, Esterline Connection Technologies – SOURIAU has introduced the 8STA 01. "SOURIAU's 8STA series for motorsport activities is based on MIL-DTL-38999, which is recognised as a standard specification for aeronautical connectors," said Samuel Tournier, 8STA Product Manager.
Fusion gene class may affect the development of cancer
A fusion gene occurs when a chromosomal break brings two separate genes together into a new functioning gene. So far, the research has focused on protein-coded fusion genes. However, human genes consist not only of protein-coded components but also of components that lack this ability. The latter have not attracted any interest so far, argues Carlos Rovira, cancer researcher and associate professor of oncology at Lund University.
Wireless clocks support 4G/LTE and Ethernet applications
Provider of silicon, software and solutions, Silicon Labs, has introduced a new family of high-performance, multi-channel jitter attenuating clocks for 4.5G and Ethernet-based Common Public Radio Interface (eCPRI) wireless applications. The new Si5381/82/86 clocks leverage Silicon Labs’ DSPLL technology to deliver an advanced timing solution that combines 4G/LTE and Ethernet clocking in a single IC.
Knock, knock! Who's there? Drone delivery!
The love for drones keeps on growing as more and more companies are adopting their services. We've all seen the different types of drone delivery technology improve over the years, from UPS drone deploying delivery trucks, to Costa Coffee's drink deliveries in Dubai, and Domino's pizza delivery dropping your meal off right at your door.
Radiation tolerant ICs to power small satellite constellations
Intersil has announced the first three members of its new family of radiation-tolerant plastic-package ICs designed to support the emerging field of small satellites that will provide solutions such as high speed Internet connections to hundreds of millions of users in communities, governments, and businesses worldwide.