Posted on November 7th, 2010 by jxh
Just because humans have fingers doesn’t mean that robots need to have them too.
Researchers have developed a new type of robotic hand – a soft gripping mechanism that stiffens when air is sucked out.
The hand is essentially a latex balloon filled with ground coffee (because the grounds are both lightweight and pliable). Its softness allows the robot hand to conform to the shape of hard objects.
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Tags: Computer, Computer Science, Mechanical, Robotics
Posted on March 3rd, 2010 by als
Posted on January 6th, 2010 by rxt
The EPGY Summer Institutes are 2-to-4-week residential programs for academically talented and motivated middle and high-school students. The Summer Institutes provide an opportunity for students to pursue their intellectual curiosity and meet others who share their interests and abilities. Participants are enrolled in a single intensive-study course, taught by a Stanford instructor, and covering topics not typically presented at their grade level. Costs range from $5,900 to $3,175, with limited financial aid. $40 Application fee waived for application submitted by Jan. 13, 2010.
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Tags: Bioscience, Computer Science, Gifted Students, Grades 6-8, Grades 9-12, Mathematics, Physical Science, Summer Camps & Programs (Students), Technology
Posted on November 29th, 2009 by rxt
Application forms are now available for the 2010 MIT Women’s Technology Program (WTP), a rigorous 4-week summer academic and residential experience for female rising senior high school students. Girls explore engineering through hands-on classes, labs, and team-based projects in the summer after 11th grade . WTP is designed for girls who have demonstrated excellence at math and science but who have very little or no prior background in engineering or computer science.
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Tags: Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Summer Programs for Girls, Technology
Posted on November 28th, 2009 by jxh
Marissa Mayer is Vice-President of Search Products & User Experience at Google.
Being an expert in computer science has guided her to become one of the chief decision-makers in the company.
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