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The robot learns to defuse nuclear reactors

news | Jun 17, 2019 | Tech & Security | 3

Nuclear power plants become obsolete and need to be decommissioned after a certain period of time. As this is a long and hazardous task, it is best solved it remotely, using special robots.

Motorcycle with 5G and collaborative learning from a Canadian company

news | Jun 16, 2019 | Tech & Security | 3

Canadian motorcycle manufacturer Damon is working on a next-generation motorcycle which will come equipped with a host of new technologies.

Bacteria will help build landing strips for US Air Force

news | Jun 13, 2019 | Tech & Security | 3

The US Air Force is currently considering the option of building landing strips using bacteria. Project Medusa was created to understand how microorganisms can be used to build durable flat surfaces.

US Air Force veteran makes panoramic video on F-35 plane

news | Jun 10, 2019 | Tech & Security | 5

In his recording, the pilot talks about the structure and characteristics of the plane while filming its systems on camera. The video is panoramic, giving viewers a chance to feel like professional pilots.

Metal foam to make armor lighter and stronger

news | Jun 08, 2019 | Tech & Security | 5

How to protect a serviceman's life without compromising the mobility of military hardware? Researchers from the North Carolina State University (NC State) have come up with a solution – they have created a unique bulletproof material much lighter than its counterparts.

A German Circus Replaces Animals with Holograms

news | Jun 07, 2019 | Tech & Security | 8

Many fear that robots will one day take away our jobs. But who would have thought that technological advances can put animals out of work? So, for example, German Circus Roncalli completely stopped using four-legged performers replacing them with holograms.

Airless Tires to Hit the Market by 2024

news | Jun 06, 2019 | Tech & Security | 3

Getting a flat tire is one of the most unpleasant situations on the road. However, motorists will soon forget about this problem with airless tires expected to be produced by 2024. Relevant plans were shared by representatives of the General Motors (GM) and Michelin.

Quadcopters versus catastrophes

news | Jun 05, 2019 | Tech & Security | 3

From the outset, drones have been used for filming and entertainment, but who’s to say that they can’t be applied to more serious situations? Autonomous flying machines have a bright future in search operations, and it was recently proposed to use them to build sanctuaries in areas struck by disaster.

Jaguar Land Rover’s smart steering wheel knows how to draw the driver’s attention

news | Jun 05, 2019 | Tech & Security | 3

Most road accidents are caused by the driver's distraction. The famous car concern Jaguar Land Rover has come up with the concept of a smart steering wheel, which will prevent the driver from being distracted by irrelevant things.

What does artillery fire look like from the epicentre?

news | Jun 04, 2019 | Tech & Security | 3

New technologies are playing an increasingly important role in security matters. For example, drones are widely used to monitor and videotape new weapons testing.

Wattozz: the next-generation non lethal weapon

news | Jun 03, 2019 | Tech & Security | 11

Unfortunately, the world is a dangerous place, which means that society is in desperate need of weapons for self-defence. Tasers (electro-muscular devices that can reach an opponent from a distance) are a popular choice.

Japanese Warship Straight out of a Sci-Fi Movie

news | May 31, 2019 | Tech & Security | 6

The Advanced Integrated CIC is a modern ship combat information center equipped with cutting-edge video surveillance systems, augmented reality technology and tactile feedback devices.

DJI drones to be equipped with aircraft detectors

news | May 27, 2019 | Tech & Security | 3

Drone manufacturers are currently hard at work developing mechanisms that will prevent air accidents. Chinese company DJI is no exception: their latest plan is to install special safety detectors onto their devices.

What is transhumanism?

articles | May 27, 2019 | Tech & Security | 8

Can science and technology not only change a person's life, but contribute to their self-improvement? What are the pros and cons of artificial intervention in the evolutionary process? These questions are at the core of the concept of transhumanism.