by University of Bath on September 5, 2024 at 4:05 pm

Could incorporating sensors that detect emotional responses improve commitment to VR exergaming, especially when workouts become too challenging or monotonous? Virtual reality (VR) video games that merge screen time with physical activity offer an excellent way to stay fit. However, game designers face a significant challenge: similar to traditional exercise, adherence to “exergames” tends to [...]

by Osaka University on September 4, 2024 at 10:17 pm

A group of researchers has developed a new polarization multiplexer, advancing the capabilities of 6G communications. Terahertz communications mark a new frontier in wireless technology, offering data transmission speeds that significantly surpass those of existing systems. By operating at terahertz frequencies, these systems can support unprecedented bandwidth, enabling ultra-fast wireless communication and data transfer. However, [...]

by Princeton University, Engineering School on September 4, 2024 at 11:16 am

Robotics and additive manufacturing lead to stronger concrete. Researchers at Princeton Engineering have enhanced the crack resistance of concrete components by drawing inspiration from nature. They combined innovative designs with additive manufacturing techniques and utilized industrial robots to meticulously control the deposition of materials. In an article published Aug. 29 in the journal Nature Communications, [...]

by University of Illinois Grainger College of Engineering on September 3, 2024 at 1:47 pm

University of Illinois researchers have innovated in molecular electronics by creating stable, shape-persistent molecules with controlled conductance, using a new synthesis method, paving the way for more reliable miniaturized electronic devices. As electronic devices keep shrinking, physical size limitations are starting to hinder the trend of doubling transistor density on silicon-based microchips every two years, [...]

by Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory on September 2, 2024 at 7:00 pm

A researcher has enhanced the bipartite matching problem in computer science by drawing parallels with biological processes in the nervous system. In nature, neurons compete to connect with muscle fibers, an efficient system Navlakha adapted into a simple algorithm. This new method not only improves pairing accuracy, reducing wait times in real-world applications like ridesharing, [...]