Toyota engineers build transparent drivable sphere that’s a fantasy hamster wheel

Toyota engineers build transparent drivable sphere that’s a fantasy hamster wheel

Toyota’s Engineering Society recently unveiled an inventive spherical mobility device that seems lifted from a science-fiction story. Conceived in 2024 under the Society’s annual theme, “What’s this? It’s amazing!”, the project challenged a volunteer group of over 20,000 engineers to transform a concept into a human-carrying transparent sphere within just a few months. The design…

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Eco-Innovation in Action: Sustainability Stars of Osaka Expo 2025

Eco-Innovation in Action: Sustainability Stars of Osaka Expo 2025

In Osaka, a new chapter in global innovation has begun as World Expo 2025 officially welcomes visitors from around the globe. With 160 countries and regions showcasing their achievements, sustainability takes centre stage through groundbreaking exhibits, eco-friendly technologies, and visions for a better tomorrow. Sustainability takes centre stage, with initiatives and exhibits focusing on eco-friendly…

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#Cultivating giants: How nurturing university spinouts fuels innovation ecosystems

#Cultivating giants: How nurturing university spinouts fuels innovation ecosystems

Innovation thrives at the intersection of academia and entrepreneurship. Universities serve as breeding grounds for startups poised to disrupt industries with their novel ideas and cutting-edge technologies. Yet, the path from academic breakthroughs to commercial success is laden with challenges, particularly for DeepTech companies with extended development timelines and hefty capital requirements. Here, venture capital emerges…

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#5 unusual technologies that can prevent a global water crisis

#5 unusual technologies that can prevent a global water crisis

“#5 unusual technologies that can prevent a global water crisis” Water scarcity is among the top five global risks affecting people’s wellbeing. In water-scarce areas, the situation is grim. Conventional sources like snowfall, rainfall, river runoff, and easily accessible groundwater are being affected by climate change, and supplies are shrinking as demand grows. In these…

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#How to make drones sound less annoying

#How to make drones sound less annoying

“#How to make drones sound less annoying” These days almost everyone has either flown a drone or listened to the nasty whining sound they produce. Although small drones (up to 20 kg) are about 40 decibels quieter than conventional civil aircraft, they produce a high-pitched noise – which people tend to find very annoying. One NASA…

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#Nigeria desperately needs scientific investment to tackle COVID-19

#Nigeria desperately needs scientific investment to tackle COVID-19

“#Nigeria desperately needs scientific investment to tackle COVID-19” Nigeria, like other African countries, wasn’t spared from the spread of the coronavirus pandemic. To overcome this challenge, countries have been advised to keep testing, treating, and isolating to reduce infections. Nigeria has been expanding its capacity to test. The country’s laboratories can carry out about 18,000…

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