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Organic-powered perovskite speeds neutron, X-ray and gamma detection
2+ hour, 22+ min ago (553+ words) Researchers at the University of Oklahoma have developed hybrid perovskite materials that rethink how light emission works and could improve fast radiation detectors. Instead of relying mainly on the inorganic portion of perovskites, the team designed materials that harness the…...
China's new battery achieves fire, electricity separation for safer EVs
9+ hour, 25+ min ago (586+ words) The battery will soon enter mass production. A Chinese battery manufacturer has just unveiled a battery which comes with fire electricity separation'and higher energy density to improve electric vehicle (EVs) safety and driving range. According to Changzhou-based global high-tech firm…...
Electric trucks prove megawatt charging works even in subzero cold
13+ hour, 28+ min ago (532+ words) Sweden's first MCS hub at Alfredsson Transport offers 12 fast-charging points up to 1.2 MW with grid, storage, and solar support. A Finnish EV fast-charging solutions maker hosted three of Europe's leading commercial vehicle manufacturers to showcase its megawatt charging system (MCS)…...
7 automakers betting big on sodium-ion batteries for budget EVs
15+ hour, 36+ min ago (953+ words) Automakers are turning to sodium-ion batteries as a cheaper alternative to lithium-ion, aiming to make electric vehicles affordable. Automakers in China and Europe are moving real electric vehicle programs to sodium-ion batteries to lower prices for city cars, minicars, and…...
This 1,120-hp Carbonado X is Mansory's rarest carbon V12 titan
1+ day, 2+ hour ago (121+ words) The Carbonado X blends newly designed aerodynamic parts, a functional roof scoop, and a triple triangular exhaust system. German tuner Mansory has unveiled the Carbonado X, a one-off supercar based on the Lamborghini Aventador platform but reengineered with a full-baked…...
Rolls-Royce's new hybrid engine could reduce aviation emissions by 30%
1+ day, 12+ hour ago (565+ words) Engineers are working on high-voltage stator insulation to make hybrid aircraft safe and reliable for short-haul routes. The aviation industry is looking to take a cue from the recent success of hybrid cars. In partnership with the Norwegian research organization…...
China’s humanoid robot nails difficult martial arts moves in new video
2+ day, 12+ hour ago (362+ words) The robot has full-body human-like flexibility, a flexible waist, and lightweight exoskeleton legs for enhanced stability and agility. Agibot has unveiled the Expedition A3 humanoid robot, showcasing dynamic mid-air maneuvers and rapid spinning movements. A video shows the robot executing a…...
How UK engineers created 'world's fastest-developed' humanoid robot
2+ day, 14+ hour ago (538+ words) The film chronicles the company's journey from initial board meetings to robot deployment. UK-based robotics company Humanoid has released a 19-minute documentary that offers a behind-the-scenes look at the process of building humanoid robots. Released on February 13, the company named…...
Photos: Self-driving on-demand EVs debut to move 10,000 people per hour
3+ day, 10+ hour ago (133+ words) The system costs 90% less to build and 30% less to operate than other modern transit modes. Glydways has broken ground in South Metro Atlanta to begin an Automated Transit Network (ATN) demonstration." Announced at the South Metro Development Outlook Conference, the…...
Hyundai develops autonomous MobED robot
3+ day, 13+ hour ago (142+ words) Hyundai develops autonomous MobED robot'Interesting Engineering Hyundai develops autonomous MobED robot This shift is moving technology out of the lab and into real-world applications where flexibility is more important than raw speed. The line between traditional vehicle engineering and robotics…...