Italy-based engineering service provider Saipem has launched the first full-scale prototype of XolarSurf, a modular solution for floating solar in harsh offshore conditions. Developed by Saipem’s Norwegian subsidiary Moss Maritime and created in collaboration with the Norwegian manufacturer Kystteknikk and other subcontractors, the prototype was launched at sea at Kystteknikk’s … [Read more...] about Floating solar design enters testing phase
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New robot leg powered by artificial muscles
Researchers at ETH Zurich and the Max Planck Institute for Intelligent Systems (MPI-IS) have developed a new muscle-powered robotic leg that is not only more energy efficient than a conventional one, but can also perform high jumps and fast movements as well as detect and react to obstacles – all without the need for complex sensors. Inventors and researchers have been … [Read more...] about New robot leg powered by artificial muscles
New 2D metamaterial has exciting 6G network satellite applications
A new cheap, easily manufactured device developed by a team of engineers led by researchers from the University of Glasgow could lead to improved satellite communication, high-speed data transmission and remote sensing. The ultrathin 2D surface harnesses the unique properties of metamaterials to manipulate and convert radio waves across the frequencies most commonly used by … [Read more...] about New 2D metamaterial has exciting 6G network satellite applications
3D printing helps young entrepreneur’s therapy device blossom
The winner of Innovate UK’s 2023 Young Innovators award has used 3D printing to bring a device that could revolutionise the way people recover from strokes and cognitive impairment a significant step closer to launch. The therapy tool, called Blossom, was designed by young entrepreneur Orlando Ely after two close family members suffered strokes and, as part of the … [Read more...] about 3D printing helps young entrepreneur’s therapy device blossom
Robotics and additive manufacturing used to produce tougher concrete
Taking inspiration from nature, researchers from Princeton Engineering have improved crack resistance in concrete components by coupling architected designs with additive manufacturing processes and industrial robots that can precisely control materials deposition. The designs increased resistance to cracking by as much as 63 per cent compared to conventional cast … [Read more...] about Robotics and additive manufacturing used to produce tougher concrete