In the current scenario, lower-income communities in the United States are facing challenges in adopting solar power compared to their wealthier counterparts. Despite the availability of tax breaks and financial incentives from local and federal agencies, residential solar adoption remains limited in disadvantaged neighborhoods. However, a recent study published in Nature Energy by researchers at
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The development of an organic photovoltaic film that is waterproof and flexible has opened up a world of possibilities for wearable electronics. Researchers from the RIKEN Center for Emergent Matter Science and collaborators have made significant breakthroughs in creating a solar cell that can be integrated into clothing without sacrificing functionality. This advancement brings us
Traditional Building Energy Management Systems (BEMS) have long been relied upon for monitoring energy usage within buildings. However, these systems have significant limitations when it comes to managing the increasingly diverse distributed resources within buildings and various types of power consumption. The experience of building managers alone is not sufficient to efficiently optimize energy consumption
Legged robots have made significant advancements in recent years, transitioning from simple, stiff robots to more complex soft, humanoid, and animal-inspired designs. Among these advancements, quadruped robots have shown great promise in carrying out tasks at ground level, such as exploring environments and moving objects. However, most legged robots still face limitations when it comes
Indoor positioning has been undergoing a transformation, with applications now demanding more precise location tracking than ever before. Traditional methods such as fingerprinting and sensor-based techniques have been widely used but are facing significant drawbacks in terms of scalability, training data requirements, and reliance on additional sensor information. A recent study published in Satellite Navigation
In a recent perspective paper published in Nature Machine Intelligence, researchers from the Oxford Martin Programme on Ethical Web and Data Architectures (EWADA) at the University of Oxford highlighted the importance of embedding ethical principles in the development and governance of AI for children. While there is a general consensus on what high-level AI ethical
The ability to express emotions through words is crucial, but what about the emotions that are left unspoken? Research conducted in Germany has delved into the realm of non-verbal cues in voice recordings to determine if technical tools can accurately predict emotional undertones. This study compared the accuracy of three different machine learning models in
The Korea Electrotechnology Research Institute (KERI) has made significant progress in the development of all-solid-state batteries. Dr. Park Jun-woo and Sung Junghwan have successfully engineered a revolutionary technology focused on the “size-controlled wet-chemical synthesis of solid-state electrolytes.” This breakthrough technology not only reduces processing time and costs but also enhances the quality of solid-state electrolytes
Memory is a vital component for both computers and human brains. While computers have a separation between memory and processing units, human brains can perform computations directly on stored data. This difference leads to inefficiencies in computers, known as the von Neumann bottleneck. This bottleneck has contributed to the increasing energy costs associated with computing.
The advancement of audio deepfake technology has led to a myriad of ethical considerations that need to be addressed. Speech not only reveals information about the content being spoken but also sensitive details such as age, gender, accent, and even hints at future health conditions. Researchers emphasize the importance of safeguarding against inadvertent disclosure of
Nvidia recently introduced its newest family of chips designed to power artificial intelligence, solidifying its position as a leading supplier in the AI industry. At a conference in California, CEO Jensen Huang unveiled the new chips, emphasizing the need for larger GPUs to meet the demands of the AI sector. This unveiling marks a significant
The construction industry is one of the biggest contributors to carbon dioxide emissions which leads to global warming and climate change. However, scientists have come up with a groundbreaking solution to make building materials more environmentally friendly by storing carbon dioxide in them. A recent study presented at the spring meeting of the American Chemical
The National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) has recently launched an investigation into a fatal crash in San Antonio, Texas, involving a Ford electric vehicle that was potentially using a partially automated driving system. The incident, which took place on Interstate 10, resulted in the tragic death of a 56-year-old driver of a Honda CR-V. The
The Wall Street Journal recently reported that US authorities are investigating Meta over its potential involvement in the illegal sale of medications. The investigation, led by prosecutors in Virginia, is centered around whether Meta’s social media platforms are being used to facilitate and profit from the sale of drugs. According to sources familiar with the
Voice disorders can be incredibly debilitating, making it difficult for individuals to communicate effectively. However, a recent breakthrough in bioelectric engineering may change that. A team of UCLA engineers has developed a soft, thin, stretchy device that can help people with dysfunctional vocal cords regain their ability to speak. This innovative device has the potential