Behind AI's carbon footprint, a potential climate tool
Artificial intelligence has become a lightning rod in climate debates over concerns about the growing carbon footprint of the data centers powering the technology.
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Eye-inspired cameras help new system detect fast-moving drones in complex skies
Southwest Research Institute (SwRI) has developed a new tool that uses neuromorphic cameras to detect unmanned aerial system (UAS) drones. SwRI's Hierax system pairs event-based cameras, dynamic sensing technology that mimics the power of human eyesight, with custom software to detect fast-moving…
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Shoulder exoskeletons can slow arm movements, revealing potential barrier to worker adoption
Shoulder exoskeletons designed to help manufacturing workers with overhead tasks need to allow for more dynamic movement before workers reliably use them, according to two studies led by University of Michigan Engineering and the Boeing Company.
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Drones on the line: New algorithms help drone fleets inspect power infrastructure
Researchers have developed two algorithms to help fleets of drones inspect electricity infrastructure more efficiently, potentially cutting costs and reducing risks to human workers. They provide details in the International Journal of Systems, Control and Communications.
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New hardware method adds timing condition to decoding encrypted information
Some information, such as exam questions or bid prices, must remain unreadable until an agreed time, even if it has already been delivered. KAIST researchers have used changes in the electric current inside a semiconductor to develop encryption in which information is revealed only after a set…
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AI drone outpaces former world champions using one camera and no GPS
What does it take for an autonomous robot to be faster around a course than human drone pilots? At these dizzying speeds, humans need lightning-fast reflexes.
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AI worms, 'major' incident fears spur safety calls at industry summit
From the specter of refrigerator-infecting AI worms to warnings of "major" security incidents on the horizon, calls to prioritize safety in the development of artificial intelligence dominated an industry summit Wednesday.
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Can AI understand space, time and pain?
Artificial intelligence can do remarkable things, but how much does it actually understand about the world? Researchers have found that surprisingly specific information can be extracted from the inner workings of large language models (LLMs) like ChatGPT.
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Engineers develop new way to monitor 3D printed concrete during construction
A Rowan University team of engineers has developed a new way to measure how 3D-printed concrete deforms during printing and curing, revealing how lower layers respond to the weight and pressure of newly deposited material.
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Metal alloys defy the deep freeze, staying tough at -253°C
Scientists have discovered a class of metal that can unexpectedly resist extreme cold using an unusual mechanism. Normally such temperatures would make similar materials brittle and vulnerable to breaking.
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Companies may be held liable when AI harms their clients and customers
Artificial intelligence has moved quickly from a novelty on the job to a common workplace tool. Gallup found that 52% of U.S. employees and 68% of professional services workers were using AI by February 2026.
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AI can help run factories better: Thesis sharpens the 3D models
Digital twins are virtual 3D replicas of real spaces such as factories, warehouses and industrial plants. Companies use them to monitor equipment, plan maintenance and simulate changes without disrupting operations.
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Engineers develop wearable solar device to power soldiers' gear in the field
A U.S. soldier may carry up to 20 pounds (9 kilograms) of batteries to power communications equipment and other electronics on missions. New research from FIU could help lighten that load.
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Bamboo emerges as potential source of affordable, low-carbon transportation fuels
A new study by researchers, including those in Worcester Polytechnic Institute's Department of Chemical Engineering, has found that the fastest-growing plant on Earth may offer a sustainable and cost-effective alternative to petroleum-derived transportation fuels.
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How artificial neural networks build their own learning machinery
As artificial intelligence becomes more powerful, its ability to handle humanlike tasks is undeniable. Artificial neural networks can learn to recognize images, use language or write computer code.
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Recycled plastic asphalt can boost pavement performance and limit particle release
Asphalt containing recycled plastic held together better than conventional asphalt and showed a lower level of plastic-like particles after combined traffic and moisture-related laboratory testing, according to a study led by Penn State researchers.
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Can you trust a robot in charge?
From monitoring public spaces to responding to requests for help, security robots are beginning to take on roles once held by people. As they gain authority, researchers are asking what it might take for the public to trust them.
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New platform tackles critical material risks in electric motors
As manufacturers face growing uncertainty tied to critical material shortages and global supply chain disruptions, the Department of Energy's (DOE) Oak Ridge National Laboratory (ORNL) researchers have developed a super intelligence (SI)-driven platform to help companies evaluate electric motor…
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