Electrick is a spray that adds touch sensing to various objects made from carbon conductive paint. With a little spray and some electrodes, the guitar is now touch screen enabled (Image via Future Interfaces Group) We interact we touchscreens ev...
This new camera is so fast it can capture light traveling through paper. This is now the world’s fastest camera (Photo via Lund University) A camera that captures 100,000 images per second sounds impressive, but researchers at Lund University in...
MIT/Berkeley’s water-harvesting device uses porous metal-organic frameworks and sunlight to transform air into water at a rate of about 3-liters a day. (Image credit MIT) It’s all in the MOFs- transforming air into water isn’t some kind of alch...
Researchers from Swansea University are creating a smart bandage that will use 5G to transfer data to your doctor. Smart bandages can track your recovery process and may cut back on hospital visits (Image via BBC) Ever look at a bandage dressing...
A team from Duke university uses computer modeling to help compile a list of materials with magnetic traces. A microscopic look at one of the new magnets made of cobalt, magnesium, and titanium (Image via Duke University) Magnets are pretty comm...
Researchers from Boston University successfully manipulated mammalian cells to carry out certain tasks. The cells can be programmed to target certain diseases (Image via Emaze) Ever think your body can be programmed like a computer? And not nece...
www.youtube.com/watchLevi’s introduces their smart Commuter jacket, and scientists create new sensor that can be integrated into clothing. All it takes to make this jacket smart is this Bluetooth device (via Levis) Even with so much technology a...
The team at Stanford University’s Bao Lab created a flexible electrode that uses a molecule often found in soup thickeners. This flexible electronic material performs at a fast rate even when stretched out (Image via Stanford University) When yo...
NASA suggests positioning a magnetic diploe shield at Mars’ L1 Lagrange Point between the sun and planet will stabilize the Martian atmosphere. (Image credit: ITTIZ Wiki Commons) The theory goes that until about 4.2-billion years ago Mars had a...
A spin off company from the MIT Media Lab has developed a filter that attaches to a car’s exhaust pipe, collects the unburned carbon soot that would otherwise pollute the atmosphere, and turns it into ink. Scientists at Graviky Labs have created ink ...
Koei Tecmo Wave announced a new virtual reality arcade enclosure that intends to immerse players in the alternate reality with various simulated sensations. Koei Tecmo Wave’s new virtual reality arcade cabinet. (via Koei Tecmo) Virtual reality ...
Researchers developed a Smartwatch app that can predict the mood of a conversation, and could have a promising future for autistic or socially anxious people. MIT’s new smartwatch app that detects user emotions used with Samsung’s Simband (via Jason ...
NASA and Boeing introduce new spacesuits that are more comfortable for astronauts, yet still meet safety standards. Astronauts are currently training in these new suits. (Photo from NASA) Maybe it's wishful thinking, but I like to keep an eye on...
Raybaby has revolutionized remote baby monitoring with a new device that has so many functions and benefits that I won’t try to summarize it in this one sentence. The Raybaby monitor comes in three colors, and also looks like an adorable little robot...
The BCI headgear features NIRS (Near-Infrared Spectroscopy) and EEG (Electroencephalography) sensors that allow those with complete locked-in syndrome the ability to answer questions. (via Wysscenter) It may not seem like much, especially with t...
A team of 56 researchers has designed a Breathalyzer-type device that can accurately detect 17 different diseases. (all images via IT) The title may read like click-bait, but it couldn’t be further from the truth as 56 researchers from five dif...
BLAST is sensor technology developed as part of the Office of Naval Research’s Future Naval Capabilities program. It is labeled a “Force Health Protection” product, and could be a benefit to men and women in combat in numerous ways. Marines shield th...
This is a “why” kind of product. With many of our devices being smart from cars that park themselves to shoes that autolace, it seems more and more companies are looking for any excuse to make “smart products.” The latest gadget is a device that...
Amber Agriculture, a startup from the University of Illinois, introduced farm technology that helps to limit grain spoilage; a large problem that often goes overlooked. Amber Waves wireless sensor and remote fan control switch (via Amber Agriculture)...
IntroductionI needed some custom test leads recently and after experimenting with a few types of banana plugs and cables I found a nice combination and set about assembling them. This short blog post contains a possible recipe, i.e. what worked for m...
At CES 2017 Digitsole shows off their latest shoes that have built in sensors to help you keep track of your stats. These aren’t the nicest looking shoes, but they have built in technology (via Digitsole) Ever since Marty McFly rocked them in Ba...
Scientists developed an artificial leaf to make medicine, taking inspiration from photosynthesis. Believe it or not, these artificial leaves have the capability to create medicine. All they need is sunlight. (via Bart Van Overbeeke) There’s no q...
Technology from NASA’S Mars Lander has been adapted by Bruin Biometrics for use in hospital settings as the first device capable of identifying pressure ulcers before it’s too late. Bruin Biometrics SEM Scanner (via Bruin Biometrics) Pressure u...
Disney Research has created a system that uses fewer sensors, provides a greater range of motions, and is easier to set up. A demonstration on the new motion capture system works (Screencap from Disney) Motion capture is a great source for makin...
Motorola Mobility CEO Aymar de Lencquesaing stated the Moto Z would likely have a Tango-based Mod. (via Lenovo) By now, you’ve probably heard of Google’s Tango technology but for those who haven’t, it’s essentially a form of computer vision tha...
