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Artificial intelligence discovers secret equation for 'weighing' galaxy clusters

Astrophysicists have leveraged artificial intelligence to uncover a better way to estimate the mass of colossal clusters of galaxies. The AI discovered that by just adding a simple term to an existing equation, scientists can produce far better mass estimates than they previously had.

March 23, 2023 Read more

AI finds that first stars were clustered together

An international team has used artificial intelligence to analyze the chemical abundances of old stars and found indications that the very first stars in the Universe were born in groups rather than as isolated single stars.

March 23, 2023 Read more

Light meets deep learning: computing fast enough for next-gen AI

Compared with six years ago, silicon photonics is in a much better position to pull neural morphic processors from their currently low computational and physical size (footprint) efficiency to less unwieldy.

March 22, 2023 Read more

Detection of methanol using a soft photonic crystal robot

The color signals change according to changes in the surrounding environment due to the application of a photonic crystal film to the soft robot.

March 22, 2023 Read more

Biodegradable artificial muscles: going green in the field of soft robotics

Scientists developed fully biodegradable, high-performance artificial muscles. Their research project marks another step towards green technology becoming a lasting trend in the field of soft robotics.

March 21, 2023 Read more

Graphene-based material makes mind-controlled robots a reality (w/video)

Researchers have developed biosensor technology that will allow you to operate devices, such as robots and machines, solely through thought control. The technology has significant potential in fields such as advanced manufacturing, aerospace and healthcare - for example allowing people with a disability to control a wheelchair or operate prosthetics.

March 20, 2023 Read more

Resilient bug-sized robots keep flying even after wing damage

New repair techniques enable microscale robots to recover flight performance after suffering severe damage to the artificial muscles that power their wings.

March 15, 2023 Read more

Mix-and-match kit could enable astronauts to build a menagerie of lunar exploration bots (w/video)

Robotic parts could be assembled into nimble spider bots for exploring lava tubes or heavy-duty elephant bots for transporting solar panels.

March 14, 2023 Read more

New soft robot shifts from land to sea with ease

Researchers have created soft robots that can seamlessly shift from walking to swimming, for example, or crawling to rolling.

March 14, 2023 Read more

New AI model transforms understanding of metal-organic frameworks

Researchers have developed a new AI model that significantly improves the understanding of Metal-Organic Frameworks (MOFs), promising materials for hydrogen storage and other applications.

March 13, 2023 Read more

Single-photon nanowire detectors to combat spies

Researchers design a custom multipixel superconducting nanowire single-photon detector to guarantee high count rates and precise timing discrimination.

March 13, 2023 Read more

Machine learning searches for sustainable materials

A model that rapidly searches through large amounts of materials could find sustainable alternatives to existing composites.

March 10, 2023 Read more

Ultrathin, wireless palm patch brings touch to virtual reality

Tactile sensations could soon be coming to virtual reality, surgical robotics and prosthetic sensing.

March 10, 2023 Read more

Swarm molecular robotics delivers cargo

Scientists have shown that swarming molecular robots can deliver cargo five times more efficiently than a robot working on its own.

March 10, 2023 Read more

Speedy surface analysis for semiconductors

Machine learning algorithms allow analysis and characterization of the atomic arrangement of silicon surface superstructures without the need for human expertise.

March 10, 2023 Read more

Engineering breakthrough in softbotics

Engineers have developed a soft material with metal-like conductivity and self-healing properties that is the first to maintain enough electrical adhesion to support digital electronics and motors. This marks a breakthrough in softbotics and the fields of robotics, electronics, and medicine.

March 9, 2023 Read more

What makes a neural network remember?

Researchers have altered a commonly used computer model of memory called a Hopfield network in a way that improves performance by taking inspiration from biology . They found that not only does the new network better reflect how neurons and other cells wire up in the brain, it can also hold dramatically more memories.

March 6, 2023 Read more

AI controls morphing surfaces to reduce friction in machinery

Researchers have developed a contact control system, driven by artificial intelligence, to greatly reduce contact of moving parts in machines with damaged areas.

March 3, 2023 Read more