INNOVATION
Pangolin-inspired robots could assist with medical procedures by eandt.theiet.org
Scientists have developed a magnetically controlled soft medical robot inspired by the pangolin. The pangolin’s ability to curl up their scale-covered bodies in a flash was the inspiration behind the robots, designed by the Physical Intelligence Department at the Max Planck Institute for Intelligent Systems in Stuttgart. Read more
SCIENCE
‘Unheard of’ marine heatwave off UK and Irish coasts poses serious threat by theguardian.com
Sustained high temperatures over summer could trigger mass mortality of fish and oysters, say scientists. Read more
PROSPECTIVE
If humans went extinct, what would the Earth look like one year later? by theconversation.com
Have you ever wondered what the world would be like if everyone suddenly disappeared? What would happen to all our stuff? What would happen to our houses, our schools, our neighborhoods, our cities? Who would feed the dog? Who would cut the grass? Although it’s a common theme in movies, TV shows and books, the end of humanity is still a strange thing to think about. Read more
MOBILITY
2024 Renault Rafale Is Brand’s New Flagship Coupe-SUV With Up To 296 HP by carscoops.com
Gone are the days of the flagship sedans, as Renault chose an electrified coupe-SUV with aviation references to crown its range. Read more
UNUSUAL
You can send a hug through the internet with this haptic invention by zdnet.com
The sensation of touch is crucial to human wellbeing. This innovation promises to make physical contact with others possible, even when they're thousands of miles away. Read more
