How robotic exoskeletons can help paraplegic patients heal from injuries
When neuroscientists fitted paraplegic patients with exoskeletons to help them walk, they found that the exoskeleton helped their healing......»»
Engineers ready innovative robotic servicing of geosynchronous satellites payload for launch
Engineers at the U.S. Naval Research Laboratory's (NRL) Naval Center for Space Technology (NCST) recently completed robotic payload component level testing for the Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency (DARPA) Robotic Servicing of Geosynchronous.....»»
Damage in 5.7-magnitude quake off Italy"s Adriatic coast
A moderate earthquake shook Italy's northeastern coast early Wednesday, causing some cracks in buildings and prompting at least one health clinic to evacuate. There were no immediate reports of injuries......»»
US hospitals are so overloaded that one ER called 911 on itself
Patients are reporting crowded waiting rooms and hours-long wait times. Enlarge / An isolation tent for an emergency department in Walnut Creek, California, in March 2022. (credit: Getty | Gado) Although COVID-19 remains.....»»
Novel nanopore-based technology helps detect pathogens among cancer patients rapidly and precisely
A new method has been developed for the rapid detection of microbes from cancer patients. It was developed by a collaborated research team led by Prof. Gu Hongcang from the Hefei Institutes of Physical Science (HFIPS) of the Chinese Academy of Scienc.....»»
This robotic cat bit my finger and made my heart flutter
Can a robotic cat and dog, designed to bite the tip of your finger, really be a calming, relaxing companion? We've lived with Amagami Ham Ham to find out......»»
The Large Robot That China Wants To Use Like A Yak
China's robotic yak has all the strength and utility of a pack animal with none of the organic needs. China's robotic yak has all the strength and utility of a pack.....»»
If you have this recalled heating pad, it might shock you so stop using it now
A massive Mighty Bliss Electric Heating Pad recall concerns more than half a million products that might pose electric shock risk to users. Owners of three specific Whele heating pad models risk experiencing other types of illness and injuries. The c.....»»
Looking to sea urchins for stronger ceramic foams
Ling Li, assistant professor in Virginia Tech's Department of Mechanical Engineering, has unlocked a mystery in the porous microstructures of sea urchin exoskeletons that could lead to the creation of lightweight synthetic ceramics. His findings were.....»»
Ecovacs launching robotic lawnmower, commercial floor-cleaning robots in 2023
Ecovacs has announced the Goat G1 and Deebot Pro for 2023. The former is a robotic lawnmower, while the latter is a commercial floor-cleaning robot......»»
Ecovacs launching robotic lawnmower, commerical floor cleaning robots in 2023
Ecovacs has announced the Goat G1 and Deebot Pro for 2023. The former is a robotic lawnmower, while the latter is a commercial floor-cleaning robot......»»
"Orange goo" is used in armor for soldiers and football players
An unusual gel is being used to protect soldiers and might radically reduce the number of head trauma injuries in American football......»»
Don’t wait for medical device cybersecurity legislation: Act now to save patients’ lives
Cyberattacks can cost lives — especially in the healthcare sector. Nearly a quarter of healthcare providers victimized by ransomware reported increased mortality rates following an attack, and 70% experienced longer hospital stays or procedure dela.....»»
Fitbit Hit with Lawsuit in Australian Court
The wearables company faces new allegations. The post Fitbit Hit with Lawsuit in Australian Court first appeared on Phandroid. A few months back, fitness tech brand Fitbit was served a lawsuit pertaining to injuries sustained by a number of.....»»
Enter Arrakis: The Fastest Sand Table In The Galaxy
Arrakis is robotic coffee table that draws beautiful patterns in sand while you watch. Unlike others seen on youtube, this table can draw at up to 2000 mm/sec. No time lapse necessary! The post Enter Arrakis: The Fastest Sand Table In The Galaxy ap.....»»
Baby stroller recall: Parents should stop using this stroller right away
After the UPPAbaby stroller recall, parents must now be made aware of a similar recall from a different company. Baby Trend issued a recall for Cityscape Travel Jogger Strollers that might cause injuries to children. Like the strollers from the UPPAb.....»»
Robotic insect toys build undergraduate research skills in physics
Although the sudden switch to remote and hybrid learning was seen as an enormous challenge during the COVID-19 pandemic, academic and commercial interest in creative online lab class development has since skyrocketed......»»
2 die after small plane crashes at Ohio dealership
The pilot and a second occupant were killed in the crash. No injuries were reported on the ground, but 12-15 vehicles were destroyed......»»
Fun Details about the Human Side of Science
The Thwaites Ice Shelf is cracking up, humans learned to walk many times, and covert consciousness can be detected in unresponsive patients.....»»
Robotic intracellular electrochemical sensing for adherent cells
A research team from Southern University of Science and Technology developed an automated intracellular sensing system, which provides a high-efficiency approach to reveal cellular intrinsic characteristics and heterogeneity for better investigation.....»»
As ransomware hits this U.S. hospital, lives could be at risk
One of the nation’s largest hospital chains is suffering from a ransomware attack, taking computer records offline for nine days, while patients wait......»»