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While there are many uses for soft-bodied robots, the things are still only built in small batches. Scientists are out to change that, with a mass-production-capable soft bot that is 3D-printed in a single piece which walks off of the print bed.
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Looking forward to a future where laser beams replace power lines, DAPRA's Persistent Optical Wireless Energy Relay (POWER) program has set new records for transmitting more power wirelessly over longer distances.
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A new tower is set to make a major impact on the skyline in Toronto, Canada. One Bloor West is nearing completion and has officially surpassed 984 ft, making it the country's first supertall skyscraper. And it's going to get even taller.
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Google turned millions of phones into earthquake detectors
July 18, 2025 | Abhimanyu GhoshalBack in 2020, Google kicked off a project to crowdsource signals from Android phones that an earthquake might be imminent. This global earthquake detection grid worked rather well, and delivered millions of alerts ahead of a shake. -
Robot metabolism: The next evolution of our overlords? (Video)
July 18, 2025 | Michael FrancoIn a move that inches us just a little closer to the singularity, engineers have developed robots that can grow, self-repair, and morph by absorbing parts from other robots. They can also help their brethren do the same. -
Stacked forms create extraordinary lantern-inspired towers
July 18, 2025 | Adam WilliamsRising out of the ground like strange oversized lanterns, Hatai is an eye-catching project centered around two towers. Designed by Heatherwick Studio, the buildings will house a pair of hotels and are intended to enliven the local skyline. -
OpenAI's milestone autonomous AI agent doesn't just chat, it acts
July 17, 2025 | Bronwyn ThompsonMarking a major shift in personal AI, OpenAI has released ChatGPT Agent, taking things well beyond chat – it can browse the web, run code, manage files and complete tasks across apps. It’s the first real AI assistant that doesn’t just answer but acts. -
Floating wind-powered platform is like Swiss Army knife of green fuel
July 17, 2025 | Michael FrancoA floating test platform that uses sea water, air, and wind to make completely clean hydrogen has begun operations off Germany's North Sea coast. The modular system also has a few other green-energy tricks up its sleeve. -
Fast-flexing robodog chimneys up tight spaces at 50x benchmark pace
July 17, 2025 | Paul RiddenAll of the quadrupeds we cover have rigid one-piece bodies, which seems to be a good shout for most of the antics they get up to. But a flexible spine might be better in certain climbing situations, and that's where the KLEIYN robodog could shine. -
Line in the sand? Saudi's flagship giga-project may face rethink
July 17, 2025 | Adam WilliamsAccording to a recent news report, Saudi Arabian authorities are taking a closer look at the feasibility of that most unfeasible of architecture projects, the Line, with potential consequences for its incredible ambition. -
Sony updates tiny fixed-lens camera with 61-MP full-frame sensor and AI
July 16, 2025 | Abhimanyu GhoshalIt's been years since Sony updated its compact full-frame RX1R shooter with a fixed lens that's designed to slip into your tailored jacket. The latest model gets powerful new internals, useful modern features, and an eye-wateringly high asking price. -
Circular home built around multiple sunken gardens
July 16, 2025 | Bridget BorgobelloSet on a scenic lakeside plot in Lithuania, YCL has created a circular countryside home that challenges conventional design. This 237-sq-m residence blends architecture with nature through its unique form and four integrated sunken courtyards. -
Hydration sensor alerts wearer to urgent water need
July 16, 2025 | Michael FrancoMuch like the low-fluid warning light in a car, a new wearable sensor linked to a smartphone app is set to alert people when their hydration levels are dangerously low. The device could be a big help to athletes, first responders, and many others.
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