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November 27^th 2024

💻 Technology

🇯🇵 Japanese company unveils AI-powered human washing machine for 15-minute personalized cleansing

A Japanese firm, Panasonic Holdings Corp, has reinvented the 1970s concept of a human washing machine with an AI-enhanced device called the “Future Human Washing Machine.” Inspired by fighter jet cockpits, the machine uses biometric sensors to monitor vital signs, adjusting water temperature and displaying calming visuals based on emotional states. Combining ultrasound, massage, and drying, the process is completed in just 15 minutes. Set to debut at the Osaka Expo, the device reflects growing trends in AI-driven wellness and personal care technology.

🇺🇸 Neuralink to trial brain-chip enabling robotic arm control in quadriplegic patients

Neuralink has announced a new feasibility study to test its N1 brain implant’s ability to control an assistive robotic arm. This builds on the ongoing PRIME study, where quadriplegic participants use the implant to operate digital devices through thought alone. The CONVOY trial marks a major step toward restoring physical independence for individuals with severe disabilities. Neuralink is also expanding globally, with trials approved in Canada to test the implant's capabilities in enhancing mobility and interaction.

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⚡️ Energy

🇺🇸 🇬🇧 US-UK firms collaborate on floating nuclear plants with long-lasting microreactors

Westinghouse Electric Company and the UK’s CORE POWER are jointly developing floating nuclear power plants (FNPPs) using the eVinci microreactor, capable of running for eight years without refueling. These transportable reactors offer safe, cost-effective energy for remote and high-demand areas, while being resilient to natural disasters like tsunamis. The eVinci's innovative design eliminates water cooling and simplifies deployment, aligning with global goals for clean, scalable energy solutions. This partnership could revolutionize nuclear power for maritime, coastal, and disaster-relief applications.

🇩🇪 German researchers develop spin-powered crystals to boost hydrogen production efficiency by 200 times

Scientists at Germany’s Max Planck Institute have created topological chiral crystals capable of accelerating the oxygen evolution reaction, a key step in water splitting for hydrogen production. These crystals manipulate electron spin to significantly enhance reaction rates, improving efficiency by 200 times compared to traditional catalysts. Composed of elements like rhodium and silicon, the innovation promises cleaner, cost-effective hydrogen production for renewable energy storage and industrial applications. The research, published in Nature Energy, marks a step toward a sustainable hydrogen-based energy future.

🇺🇸 US researchers create rare earth-free electric motors using copper for greener, cheaper power

Researchers in the US have developed high-power electric motors that eliminate the need for rare earth materials, relying instead on abundant and sustainable copper coils. This innovation addresses environmental issues and supply chain vulnerabilities associated with rare earth mining while reducing costs. The motors aim to match the efficiency and performance of current rare earth-based motors used in electric vehicles and renewable energy systems. Supported by Texas A&M’s Advancing Discovery to Market program, the team plans to commercialize the technology, which could revolutionize clean energy and transportation industries.

🦾 Robotics

🇬🇧 UK scientists deploy gamma ray-detecting robot dogs to boost farm profitability

Researchers in the UK are testing gamma ray detectors mounted on robotic platforms to quickly map soil quality and assess health. This advanced technology provides faster, more accurate results than traditional methods, enabling farmers to make data-driven decisions and adopt regenerative practices. The robots navigate challenging terrain to measure soil radiation, a key indicator of fertility, reducing reliance on expensive and slow lab analyses. This innovation could play a crucial role in combating soil degradation and enhancing sustainable farming practices.

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