New 3D Finger Vein Biometrics Has 99% Identification Accuracy

Medicine & Technology Sep 30, 2020

Traditional biometric authentication only uses 2D imagine—increasing the chances of false acceptance or rejection of identity. Researchers develop a new system using photoacoustic tomography for more accurate 3D finger vein biometric authentication.

BIQU Unveils Its Own 3D Printer - The Lightest of Its Class

Sep 30, 2020

BIQU, the Chinese company that manufactures 3D printer components, announced its own printer with the BIQU BX Direct Extruder FDM 3D printer - the lightest in its class.

Here's Some of the Concept Cars at the 2020 Beijing Auto Show

Sep 28, 2020

This year's Beijing Auto Show included impressive car concepts, electric vehicles, new systems, and a flying car. All other major auto show events on other continents have been canceled due to the pandemic.

NASA's New Toilet Encourages Astronauts to "Boldly Go!"

Sep 28, 2020

NASA has unveiled its new deep space toilet, officially named the Universal Waste Management System (UMWS), set to be launched to the International Space Station, Tuesday, September 29.

Small Wind Turbine Can Someday Power Electronic Devices

Sep 25, 2020

Chinese scientists develop a tiny wind turbine that can harvest energy from a light breeze. The developers hope that someday it can be used to power electronic devices, provide electricity for communities where energy is scarce, and even compete with traditional wind turbines.

Bose Returns With Earbuds You Can Wear While Sleeping

Sep 22, 2020

Bose takes the next step in delivering sleep-friendly earbuds with the release of Sleepbuds II, first announced Tuesday, September 22.

Worksport Teams up With Atlis Motor Vehicles for TerraVis, a New Solar Panel Accessory

Sep 22, 2020

Canadian auto parts manufacturer Worksport signed an agreement with American electric truck brand Atlis Motor Vehicles on September 22 to install solar panel technology on trucks.

New Microendoscopy Technique Can Record Images of Red Blood Cells Pixel by Pixel

Sep 22, 2020

Endoscopies have evolved from taking images of the esophagus, intestines, and organs, using bulky equipment to minimally-invasive procedures using precision lasers. A new endoscopy technique, however, involves an even smaller device, one that is measured in microns, with the ability to record pixel-by-pixel images of red blood cells.

The Physics of Throwing a Football

Sep 21, 2020

Whenever there is a discussion about the best way to throw a football, people will often focus on the grip, the footwork, and even the arm motion before release. What you may not hear as much is the physics involved.

German Scientists Design Smallest Ultrasound Detector That Creates Super-Resolution Imaging

Sep 20, 2020

Using nanotechnology and silicon-on-insulator technology, scientists develop a tiny ultrasound detector that can create images of cells and small fragments of tissue. The developers hope the technology can also be expanded outside medical applications such as industrial uses.

Researchers Develop Carbon Nanotube Water Filters

Sep 18, 2020

Desalination processes to produce potable water are essential for all communities, especially in areas where water is scarce. However, traditional methods go through multiple processes resulting in additional costs and energy. Scientists developed artificial carbon nanotubes as an efficient filtration system.

Singaporean Researchers Develop Technology Using Chitin Material to Build Shelter in Space

Sep 17, 2020

Chitin, an organic substance commonly found on Earth, can be used to create tools and shelter for future space explorations on the Moon and on Mars. Scientists have been developing technology that efficiently manufactures chitin-derived materials.

Meet the LG Wing Smartphone With Gimbal Camera and 3.9-Inch Swivel Screen

Sep 15, 2020

The Korean electronics manufacturer LG has finally unveiled the LG Wing - its first Explorer Project device that has a T-shaped design, featuring a 3.9-inch dual-display screen and a gimbal motion camera.

AirSoap: New Air Purifier That Claims to Kill Viruses HEPA Filters Can't

Sep 11, 2020

PhoneSoap, an electronics company manufacturing ultraviolet (UV) light sanitizers, has unveiled its new AirSoap air purifier and claims to capture and filter particles HEPA filters can't.

Sneak Peek at Lucid Motors New Electric Car

Sep 11, 2020

Lucid Motors, a new electric company, will be releasing the Lucid Air series by next year. It has a range of advanced internal features including Ethernet-based communication and safety monitoring.