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'Sniff code' device controls wheelchair

Scientists develop a device that allows people with severe disabilities to control a wheelchair and communicate by sniffing.

9 hours ago from BBC News

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Warning system monitors lube oil on ships

Sunderland University researchers have developed a computerised early-warning system that monitors the condition of ship's lube oil - a development that could extend the life of marine engines.

Thu 29 Jul 10 from The Engineer

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Students Test Dive Mechanical Dolphin Tails (w/ Video)

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(PhysOrg.com) -- Ten University of Cincinnati design students recently tested prosthetic tails that hold promise in revolutionizing sea diving. That experience was part of an innovative UC studio ...

Tue 27 Jul 10 from PhysOrg

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Keeping trains on track

Thousands of people around the world have died in train wrecks caused by natural disasters. In 2004, the tsunami in Southeast Asia derailed a Sri Lankan train, killing 1,700 people. But with ...

Mon 26 Jul 10 from PhysOrg

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U.S. wants drones to sense 'intent'

Unmanned aircraft, for all their utility, are fairly simple beasts. They're good at taking direction, but they're not so good at processing information on their own. Now the Air Force figures ...

Mon 26 Jul 10 from CNN

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Investigations into unintended acceleration should include engineers

Because of the electronic complexity of modern passenger vehicles, investigations into sudden, unintended acceleration should draw upon the expertise of a broad array of electrical, electronics ...

Fri 23 Jul 10 from Eurekalert

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Raytheon unveils Scorpion helmet technology

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(AP) -- As the desert landscape unfolds ahead, the jet fighter pilot glances to his right. Spotting an enemy target, a sensor attached to his helmet relays the information straight back to his ...

Fri 23 Jul 10 from PhysOrg

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Stealth camouflage shields military vehicles

BAE Systems has designed an advanced "stealth overcoat" capable of shielding military vehicles from radar and thermal imaging devices. read more

Fri 23 Jul 10 from TG Daily

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Pilotless drones show new face of war at Farnborough

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Pilotless drones, remote-controlled military aircraft destined to play a vital role in combat, took a high-profile place at the Farnborough air show this week.

Thu 22 Jul 10 from PhysOrg

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Wireless device 'sends power through a sub's hull'

Defence firm develops technology to transmit power wirelessly through several inches of steel, potentially allowing communication through submarine hulls and armoured doors.

Tue 20 Jul 10 from BBC News

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