Octopus-inspired robot can grip, move, and manipulate a wide range of objects
Of all the cool things about octopuses (and there’s a lot), their arms may rank among the coolest. Read More Views: 0
Data centers use less energy than you think
If the world is using more and more data, then it must be using more and more energy, right? Not so, says a comprehensive new analysis. Read More Views: 0
‘Surfing attack’ hacks Siri, Google with ultrasonic waves
Ultrasonic waves don’t make a sound, but they can still activate Siri on your cellphone and have it make calls, take images or read the contents of a text to a stranger. All without the phone owner’s knowledge. Read More Views: 0
Delivery giant DoorDash takes step toward public offering
Food delivery giant DoorDash has taken a first formal step toward a stock market debut. Read More Views: 0
Socially assistive robot helps children with autism learn
Many children with autism face developmental delays, including communication and behavioral challenges and difficulties with social interaction. This makes learning new skills a major challenge, especially in traditional school environments. Read More Views: 0
Shaping the future of machine learning for active matter
Now researchers are presenting guidelines for how active matter, such as cells and microorganisms, can best be studied using machine learning techniques. The guidelines can help others navigate the new field, which can significantly improve research in active matter. Read More Views: 0
Email still beats texts—for hackers phishing for your data
Despite all the attention given to phishing attacks, and high profile hacks, email still remains the number one place where victims fall prey to bad guys. Read More Views: 0
German carmakers warn virus to shrink China market
China’s car market could shrink up to seven percent year-on-year in 2020 as the effects of the novel coronavirus outbreak bite, Germany’s VDA manufacturers’ association said Thursday. Read More Views: 0
Climate campaigners win appeal to prevent new Heathrow runway
Britain’s Court of Appeal on Thursday ruled in favour of environmental campaigners who oppose the building of a third runway at London’s Heathrow airport, Europe’s busiest. Read More Views: 0
Researchers propose high-density surface electromyography technique for automatic speech recognition
Verbal communication is an important way to engage in social interactions. The normal speaking process requires coordinated contractions of a mass of articulatory muscles on the face and neck. Read More Views: 0