Handset sales drop hinders KDDI
KDDI reported double-digit profit gains and stable revenue growth across all business units in fiscal Q1 2021, though device sales fell. In a statement, the operator noted there was no…
How old is the universe? New studies disagree by a billion years
The universe likes to play coy about its age, but we have a pretty good idea of the range. Now, a series of new studies has investigated the question using different methods, and have reached different answers, separated by more than a billion years. Source of Article
The rule-bending winners of Red Bull Illume Special Image Quest 2020
Spinning off from the Red Bull Illume Quest competition comes Red Bull Illume Special Image Quest 2020, which showcases adventure and action sports imagery, but with an Instagram focus. The winners of the inaugural contest have now been announced. Source of Article
Flow Measurement with Electromagnetic Flowmeters
Electromagnetic flowmeters, often called magmeters, provide continuous flow indication of liquids via state-of-the-art electromagnetic technology based on Faraday’s Law.
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Kandi’s $20,000 electric car is the cheapest the US has seen
High prices are undoubtedly a significant factor in the rate of electric car uptake, but a couple of new entrants to the US market could help shake up the status quo. Source of Article
US Army’s conversational AI system to get soldiers and robots talking
The US Army is developing a voice interface that allows two-way dialogue between soldiers and autonomous robotic systems. The Joint Understanding and Dialogue Interface (JUDI) is designed to reduce training costs and improve soldier/robot teamwork. Source of Article
Non-magnetic material made magnetic using electricity for the first time
Researchers have for the first time managed to use electricity to switch on magnetism in a material that’s normally non-magnetic. This could be a step towards making electronic components out of common materials that might not otherwise be suitable. Source of Article
Origami-inspired folding microbots can tackle new tasks when heated
Scientists working in the field of microbots have taken inspiration from origami to produce what they say are first-of-a-kind machines, which can fold into different shapes to take on different tasks through the application of heat. Source of Article
More realistic bite sleeve improves training of US Army working dogs
The US Army has developed a more realistic bite sleeve for training military working dogs. Worn during biting exercises, the protective silicone and Kevlar sleeve looks and feels more like a human arm, but still shields the wearer from harm. Source of Article
Boom Supersonic teams with Rolls-Royce on world’s fastest civil aircraft
Aviation startup Boom Supersonic is pressing ahead with the development of its flagship supersonic aircraft, the Overture. These efforts have today received a significant shot in the arm, with the company announcing a new partnership with Rolls-Royce. Source of Article