Java’s 25th birthday prompts a look at which tech products have survived since 1995

Red Hat's Rich Sharples discusses Java's longevity and how other tech companies that began in 1995 either continued to evolve or went extinct. Image: bizoo_n / Getty Images Foundational programming…

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Two-wheeled, two-legged robot rolls and jumps

While legged robots are able to perform feats such as climbing stairs, their wheeled counterparts are faster and less complex. The Ascento robot offers the best of both worlds, as it has two jumping legs – each one with a wheel on the bottom.

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We Are Rewind gives the portable cassette player a modern makeover

Everyone knows that LPs have experienced a resurgence, but it seems that the analog cassette tape may also be due for a comeback. With that in mind, a French entrepreneur is now offering a portable cassette player that's designed for modern times.

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Cocoa Motors finally releases laptop-sized Walkcar electric ride

It's been five years in the making, but the Walkcar from Cocoa Motors is finally up for pre-sale in Japan. The portable electric riding platform is kind of like an electric skateboard but with a deck about the size of a 13-inch laptop.

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Multi-Tasking Flow Sensors Help Reduce Energy Consumption

The use of flow sensors which monitor both flow velocity and the temperature of mediums at critical locations in a major dairy processing plant have proved to be very significant in providing vital energy consumption data and ultimately achieving important cost savings.

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Unusual skyscraper will put eyes in the sky

China recently announced new rules on tall buildings, but it remains to be seen how strictly they will be implemented. The country has at least one new skyscraper on the way though, and it will have decorative features on its facade likened to eyes.

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Valve Position Monitoring – Open Solutions for Easy Mounting in Hazardous and Non-Hazardous Locations

The latest generation of dual sensors from Pepperl+Fuchs monitors the valve position of valve actuators in a reliable and contactless way.

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Process Monitoring in Laboratories and Technical Centers

Inline reaction monitoring where only little space is available or under harsh conditions is an urgent calling matter - especially for R&D applications. The selection of precise analyzer for laboratory vessels, small process reactors and technical center presents the user with a major challenge.

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Ultra-Low-Flow Control Up To 200 Bar Gauge

Many research applications require an highly accurate control of low flow rates. In this blog, we demonstrate our combination of a Coriolis sensor (in this case we use a Bronkhorst ML120) with an Equilibar dome loaded back pressure regulator. Scroll down to read the blog or watch the video first.

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