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SpaceX Rocket Set to Launch Today
The Falcon Heavy, described as the most powerful rocket currently operating in the world, is scheduled to launch during a live webcast on the afternoon of Feb. 6, 2018.
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Porsche to Double Investment in Electric Cars to $7.4 Billion
The money will be used to expand existing facilities, up development and invest in new technologies, charging infrastructure and smart mobility.
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An Ultracapacitor for Those Extreme Environment Applications
Ultracapacitors can store more power than a regular capacitor, which makes them ideal for some applications that traditionally use batteries.
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Wireless Energy Generator Gathers Energy from Tapping Feet and Clapping Hands
A new nanogenerator gathers energy from human movements and vibrations for use in energy-deficient areas like space or underdeveloped countries.
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Kemet Forms a Joint Venture to Expand Manufacturing Presence in China
The company will use a domestic manufacturer to build film and electrolytic capacitors.
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Nvidia and Continental Partner to Create Self-Driving Platform
The system will combine Nvidia’s Drive system with Continental’s safety and sensor technology.
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Watch: Flexible Battery Shows Some 'Spine'
The structure of the lithium-ion battery mimics the flexibility of a vertebral spinal column.
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Online Software Developed for Hands-On Learning About Evolution
A software previously used by biologists is redeveloped for hands-on teaching about evolution in science classes.
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Smart Method for Efficiently Producing Organic Solar Cells Developed
Researchers from Linköping University have developed an even simpler method with cheap materials for the manufacturing process of solar cell modules.
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New Algorithm Helps Robots Develop Better Interaction With Humans
Army researchers have teamed up with the University of Austin to create an algorithm and new techniques to help robots learn how to perform tasks and interact with human instructors.
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Types of RF Attenuators and Why They Matter
RF attenuators reduce the strength of an RF signal. Typically the RF signal is carried on a coaxial cable and an RF attenuator is used in line with that cable. They are also in circuit designs and microwave applications.
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Q&A: Indiegogo Talks the Next Big Thing in Crowdfunding and its Dive into Cryptocurrency
Equity crowdfunding is on the rise and larger companies are beginning to see the benefits.
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Intel, Toyota and JetBlue Invest in Flying Car Taxi Startup
Joby Aviation has raised $100 million in financing for product development and certification.
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Moving Toward Spintronics
Researchers have created spintronic devices made from inexpensive materials, pointing toward the development of powerful computers that use minuscule amounts of energy.
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Drones Have Rescued Six People Who Were Drowning at Sea
Helper Drone deployed on France beaches dropped self-inflating buoy and used GPS to send first responders to the victims.
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Edible Paper Printed with a QR Code Allows for Individualized Medicine Production
Researchers from the University of Copenhagen and Abo Akademi University in Finland have made a major breakthrough in producing medicine tailored for each patient.
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Mind Reading Computer Can Tell What Song You are Listening to by Your Brain Waves
Researchers from D’Or Institute for Research and Education are bringing mind reading into 2018.
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Optical Equipment Curving Technology from Leti Improves Performance, Reduces Cost and Size
New curving technology for optical sensors and micro-displays improves performance, enhances field of view and compensates for aberrations in optical applications.
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Front Wheel Drive, DIY Compact Bicycle Launches on Kickstarter
The bike comes unassembled for bicycle enthusiasts to put together and can be used as a cargo vehicle, tricycle and more.
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Waymo Releases Its 2017 Autonomous Driving Stats
The company managed the best disengagement rate among autonomous vehicle companies in California, according to the Department of Motor Vehicles.
