Working in a greenhouse can be grueling and time-consuming, requiring individuals to endure physically demanding tasks. However, thanks to the ingenuity of the picking robot developed by ETH spin-off Floating Robotics, the burdensome nature of greenhouse work is being alleviated. With ongoing testing at Beerstecher AG in Hinwil, this innovative technology promises to revolutionize the
The generation and manipulation of high-repetition pulses have become increasingly important in various fields, ranging from high-speed photography to laser processing. In particular, Gigahertz (GHz) burst pulses, with intervals ranging from nanoseconds, have shown great promise for visualizing ultrafast phenomena and improving laser processing efficiency. However, existing methods for producing GHz burst pulses face challenges
OpenAI, the artificial intelligence company backed by Microsoft, recently unveiled its framework for addressing safety concerns in its most advanced models. The plan, published on the company’s website, includes measures such as allowing the board to reverse safety decisions and conducting thorough safety reviews. This proactive approach by OpenAI aims to ensure that its latest
Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company (TSMC) has recently made a significant announcement regarding its leadership structure. Chairman Dr. Mark Liu has revealed his decision to retire from the company after the 2024 annual shareholders meeting. This strategic move presents an opportunity for a successor to take the helm and steer the world’s leading semiconductor producer into
Creating versatile humanoid robots has always been a challenge in the field of robotics. Traditional control systems have proven to be inflexible, designed for specific tasks and unable to handle the unpredictability of real-world terrains and visual conditions. This rigidity limits the robots’ utility, confining them to controlled environments. However, there has been a growing
Utilities in the United States have made a pledge to transition to 100% renewable electricity by 2060. While state mandates have played a role in this transition, it is the utilities themselves that are leading the way. According to Matthew Burgess, a CIRES fellow and assistant professor at CU Boulder, the private sector is moving
The highly anticipated reboot of TimeSplitters, once seen as a potential rival to Fortnite, has taken a sharp turn in its development process. According to a former developer at Free Radical Design, the studio behind the game, the project initially began as a free-to-play battle royale game heavily inspired by the popular Fortnite. However, the
Apple has announced a temporary pause in the sales of two of its latest Apple Watch models in the United States. This action is due to an ongoing intellectual property dispute surrounding the Blood Oxygen feature included in these watches. The decision follows two orders from the U.S. International Trade Commission (ITC) that impose restrictions
In a groundbreaking research study published in Nature Communications, an international team from Wits University and ICFO – The Institute of Photonic Sciences has achieved a major breakthrough in quantum communication. The team demonstrated the teleportation-like transport of “patterns” of light, marking the first successful approach to transporting images across a network without physically sending
The Batman director Matt Reeves has been making waves with his ambitious plans for the future of the iconic superhero franchise. In a recent announcement, it was revealed that Reeves will be developing projects within both the DC Universe (DCU) and DC Elseworlds. Let’s take a closer look at this news and analyze the potential