China’s Asian Games, which were postponed for a year due to the COVID-19 pandemic, have finally arrived in Hangzhou. As athletes, journalists, technical officials, and spectators flock to the city, they are greeted by an awe-inspiring sight. The unofficial home of China’s tech industry, Hangzhou showcases an astonishing array of robots and mind-boggling gadgets that
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Volkswagen’s factory in Dresden, Germany, was intended to showcase the company’s foray into the electric vehicle (EV) market. However, the reality is far from the vision. While the plant produces the flagship electric model ID.3, production remains small-scale and slower compared to its foreign competitors. Volkswagen has fallen behind Chinese and American carmakers, such as
In the quest for more targeted drug delivery systems, a team of robotic and acoustic engineers from renowned institutions has developed a groundbreaking microrobot that utilizes sound waves for propulsion. This innovative approach, outlined in a research paper published in the journal Science Advances, presents a promising solution to the challenges faced by current drug
Scientists at the University of Surrey’s Advanced Technology Institute (ATI) have made a significant scientific breakthrough that brings us one step closer to mass production of the next generation of cheaper and lighter perovskite solar cells. This breakthrough has the potential to revolutionize the field of photovoltaic technology and accelerate the transition to renewable energy
The ongoing strike by the United Auto Workers (UAW) at Ford, General Motors (GM), and Stellantis has sent shockwaves through the US auto industry. With negotiations at a standstill and both sides remaining far apart, uncertainty has emerged as the most powerful weapon wielded by the auto workers. This article examines the potential impact of
The United Kingdom’s carmaking industry is facing a significant obstacle in the form of a provision in the nation’s post-Brexit EU trade treaty. If not postponed, this provision will impose a hefty 10-percent tariff on electric vehicles, which could have severe consequences for the industry. Upon leaving the European Union in early 2021, the UK
The ongoing strike by the United Auto Workers (UAW) at the major US car manufacturers is causing concerns both within the industry and across the country. UAW President Shawn Fain has warned that the strike will escalate if the companies do not improve their wage offers in the current negotiations. This article examines the potential
A persistent error message greeted Dulce Martinez on Monday as she tried to access her casino rewards account to book accommodations for an upcoming business trip. That’s odd, she thought, then toggled over to Facebook to search for clues about the issue on a group for MGM Resorts International loyalty members. There, she learned that
Artificial intelligence (AI) has become commonplace in our daily lives, with AI assistants on smartphones and search engines powered by AI. AI systems often rely on artificial neural networks (ANNs), which are inspired by the structure of the human brain. However, like the brain, ANNs can be susceptible to confusion and manipulation, either accidentally or
Smart contracts have revolutionized online transactions, providing a secure and efficient way to execute agreements. However, like any computer program, smart contracts are not immune to errors and vulnerabilities. In order to mitigate these risks, researchers from the Penn State College of Information Sciences and Technology (IST) have developed a groundbreaking model-based framework. This framework