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…
New bank card uses a changeable CVV
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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…
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…
Tiny robots reduce roadwork disruption
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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…
Artist creates a computer from knitted textiles
ga(‘send’, ‘event’, ‘Uncategorized’, ‘article’, ‘article-industry-impression’, {nonInteraction: true}); At Springwise, we have seen a variety of innovative electronic materials, including peelable circuits and an aqueous battery. Now, Vienna-based designer and artist Ebru Kurbak has developed electronics made from textiles. Kurbak’s project is called Stitching Worlds. It consists of five separate works that were put together over…
Device collects private foot traffic data for brick-and-mortar stores
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Fossil to sell smartwatch IP to Google for $40 million
Fossil Group on Thursday said it plans to sell Google its smartwatch IP for $40 million. As part of the deal, expected to close this month, a portion of Fossil Group’s research and development team currently supporting the transferring IP will join Google. The fashion-focused company — which includes brands like Michael Kors, Kate Spade…
Plug-in uses selfies to analyse and recommend products
ga(‘send’, ‘event’, ‘Uncategorized’, ‘article’, ‘article-industry-impression’, {nonInteraction: true}); New technology has drastically changed the operations of retail in recent years. From a plug-in that enables polls on certain products to a takeaway cup that enables contactless payment, retail has taken on innovations at a speed unlike any other sector. Now another plug-in could help recommend consumers…