Month: January 2019

3D printing used to recreate natural wood internal patterning

ga(‘send’, ‘event’, ‘Uncategorized’, ‘article’, ‘article-industry-impression’, {nonInteraction: true}); 3D printing is one of the significant technological advancements of our time. Its potential uses are almost limitless. We’ve spotted so many examples at Springwise, from 3D-printed meat to 3D-printed artworks. Now, the design industry might be taking a more sustainable turn with 3D-printed wood. Researchers at Columbia…

By jrtrombold@gmail.com January 24, 2019 Off

Predictive intelligence startup reduces financial risk on the high seas

ga(‘send’, ‘event’, ‘Uncategorized’, ‘article’, ‘article-industry-impression’, {nonInteraction: true}); Imagine a country 40 times bigger than the United States, but with no police force, surveillance cameras, or smartphones. This is the high seas – a vast area in which ships are largely on their own. Springwise has previously covered innovations to improve shipping efficiency. These have included…

By jrtrombold@gmail.com January 24, 2019 Off

Tech Explained: Encryption

ga(‘send’, ‘event’, ‘Uncategorized’, ‘article’, ‘article-industry-impression’, {nonInteraction: true}); At Springwise, we have seen an increasing interest in online security with innovations such as a personal data agent and home router encryption. In fact, nearly every computing device we interact with uses some form of encryption technology. Without it, all of your data, including credit card numbers,…

By jrtrombold@gmail.com January 22, 2019 Off

Startup revolutionises drone control interface

ga(‘send’, ‘event’, ‘Uncategorized’, ‘article’, ‘article-industry-impression’, {nonInteraction: true}); Drones have quite literally taken off in the last few years, with innovative developments coming at a rapid rate. A new system allows drones to charge mid-flight, for example, allowing them to fly farther and higher than before. In addition, they are carrying out a wider range of…

By jrtrombold@gmail.com January 22, 2019 Off

New bank card uses a changeable CVV

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By jrtrombold@gmail.com January 22, 2019 Off

Student software creates 3D animations out of still images

ga(‘send’, ‘event’, ‘Uncategorized’, ‘article’, ‘article-industry-impression’, {nonInteraction: true}); Visuals are steadily growing in scope with expansion of technological potential. New innovations are bringing more and more possibilities to the world of visual entertainment and resources, from video analysis tools to virtual desk spaces. Now an algorithm developed by students from the US could bring still images…

By jrtrombold@gmail.com January 22, 2019 Off

New speaker to help Chinese language learners

ga(‘send’, ‘event’, ‘Uncategorized’, ‘article’, ‘article-industry-impression’, {nonInteraction: true}); In an increasingly globalised world, many people find it important to learn another language. Chinese, in particular, is becoming a popular choice. Yet Chinese is a difficult language to learn, especially because spoken Chinese is tonal, so correct pronunciation is vital to making yourself understood. Now, a US…

By jrtrombold@gmail.com January 22, 2019 Off

Tiny robots reduce roadwork disruption

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By jrtrombold@gmail.com January 22, 2019 Off

Waterproof wristband acts as emergency coastguard device

ga(‘send’, ‘event’, ‘Uncategorized’, ‘article’, ‘article-industry-impression’, {nonInteraction: true}); Emergency services are often under pressure with not enough resources. Innovations that can help alleviate the strain are therefore naturally valuable. Springwise has already spotted such devices as this integrated home system that warns of earthquakes and a multi-purpose bench that also functions as an emergency raft. Now…

By jrtrombold@gmail.com January 21, 2019 Off