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Alzheimer’s patient treated with focused ultrasound
The blood-brain barrier prevents almost all potentially therapeutic drugs from passing into the brain. This has been a major roadblock for clinical neurology, but we may have a solution, perhaps a partial one, in the form of focused ultrasound. The first Alzheimer’s patient has just been treated using ultrasound to open up the blood-brain barrier in his brain. Though no drugs have been administered, the researchers are evaluating the safety...
Defence mechanism against bacteria discovered
Researchers in dermatology at Lund University in Sweden believe they have cracked the mystery of why we are able to quickly prevent an infection from spreading uncontrollably in the body during wounding. They believe this knowledge may be of clinical significance for developing new ways to counteract bacteria.
Future generation of bionic limbs ‘sees and grabs’
With over 5,000 amputations carried out in the UK every year, prosthetic and bionic limbs are becoming increasingly popular; therefore it is important that the technology behind them keeps advancing. The latest designed bionic hand works by ‘seeing’ objects, so now it can now immediately decide what type of grip to use when picking up items.
Another source of electrical instability in the heart found
Sudden cardiac death resulting from fibrillation – erratic heartbeat due to electrical instability – is one of the leading causes of death in the United States. Now, researchers have discovered a fundamentally new source of that electrical instability, a development that could potentially lead to new methods for predicting and preventing life-threatening cardiac fibrillation.
Analysis of WiFi data generates 3D images of the vicinity
Scientists at the Technical University of Munich (TUM) have developed a holographic imaging process that depicts the radiation of a WiFi transmitter to generate 3D images of the surrounding environment. Industrial facility operators could use this to track objects as they move through the production hall. Just like peering through a window, holograms project a seemingly three-dimensional image.
Reference design for drone motor controller
The ability to quickly change the speed and rotational direction of its motors is the key to a drone’s performance, which makes the ESC (Electronic Speed Control) module a very important subsystem. Faster motor speed changes also make for greater stability, which saves energy thereby enabling longer flight times.
Smallest and most light weight zoom lens designed for drones and UAVs
At the XPONENTIAL show for Unmanned Systems and Robotics, taking place 8-11th May this year, MKS Instruments will be announcing the Ophir LightIR compact, continuous zoom lens. LightIR is a lightweight, infrared (IR) thermal imaging lens for cooled detectors in commercial applications, including drones and unmanned aerial vehicles (UAV), marine, and handheld devices.
Automotive TVS components are AEC certified
For use in a variety of high-stress automotive applications, ProTek Devices has made available several more circuit protection transient voltage suppressor components certified by the Automotive Electronics Council (AEC certification). This includes systems such as braking and drive authorisation to more advanced systems such as GPS navigation or park assist. The new components include the family of PAM28DOACxxCA 400W TVS components and the PAM29...
Rugged connectors meet challenging automotive requirements
It is essential that system components evolve to meet new design challenges and application requirements because electric and hybrid vehicles continue to advance in popularity and sophistication. ERNI has an established connector offering that is designed to meet the needs of automotive battery management (BMS) and inverter systems. There are certain considerations for power connectors associated with the battery management systems and inverters.
Data recorder small enough for onboard drones
It can be a challenging job collecting UAV flight data, especially with typical data recorders and sensors that add sizeable mass and volume. DTS ultra-small SLICE MICRO and NANO data recorders are rugged and designed to embed directly in the test article - even small drones.