Posted on May 19th, 2010 by jxh
Think your cell phone is cool now? With new ground-breaking enhancements, mobile phones are getting cooler than ever before.
Engineers are capitalizing on the recent popularity of 3-D technology in movie theaters by creating a cell phone that projects 3-D images, and without having to wear any goofy glasses. Although it appears to be an average smart phone, when it is moved from a vertical to a horizontal orientation, the image on the screen becomes 3-D.
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Posted on May 12th, 2010 by axb
The human brain is one of the most fascinating organs in our bodies and also one of the most complex. Thankfully, engineers are devising remarkable new ways to manipulate our neural circuitry, with applications ranging from controlling prosthetic limbs and giving voice to the paralyzed to treating depression and traumatic brain injuries. Here’s an exciting recent development in the field of neuroengineering:
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Posted on May 7th, 2010 by axb
The annual Austrian Hexapod Championships may just be the closest thing to a Miss America pageant for six-legged robots. Not only do these crustacean robots race, but they also compete in a choreographed dance portion of the competition.
Highlight reel from the 2010 Hexapod Dance-Off after the jump.
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Posted on April 22nd, 2010 by axb
Google Earth will soon let you virtually experience the planet’s largest cities in more detail than ever before. Thanks to the integration of Google’s Street View technology, users can now swoop through cities at any altitude and tour the streets in 3D without leaving the house. Video demo after the jump.
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Posted on April 22nd, 2010 by axb
As you probably know already, today (Thursday, April 22) is Earth Day, which means it’s time to celebrate the achievements of environmental engineers everywhere. So here’s a collection of news items highlighting the efforts of engineers to improve the state of our home planet. For more information about Earth Day events in your area, check the official Earth Day Network site.
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Tags: Aerospace, Agricultural, Competitions for Students, Computer, Energy, Environmental, Ocean, Volcanoes
