A stereo sound system will give you a good feel for where instruments have been placed in the soundscape created by the production team. And there are headphones that can custom tune the listening experience for more immersion. Now researchers have developed a machine learning system that can work out the direction of sound in a mono recording by examining […]
Mono Soundtrack Made More Immersive
“Steel Blade” In The Wallet
A key goal when it comes to designing everyday carry items is combining maximum utility with minimum inconvenience, and the form of a credit card is proving an increasingly popular way to get the job done. The Lynx from Jho Knives is a titanium-coated implement shaped to slide in and out of a wallet for slicing and dicing when needed, […]
Keeping Yourselves Warm During Winter
The advent of heated jackets is a real game-changer when it comes to staying warm while outside during the winter. These coats combine some of the best materials and insulators from the outdoor industry, with integrated heating elements, and efficient battery packs to create a cozy option for those who simply can’t stand the cold. Wearing one is lot like […]
Robotics To Help Warehouse Workers
Consumer electronics giant LG will be taking a refreshed version of its CLOi SuitBot to CES 2019 next month, as it inches closer to commercial availability. Updated versions of the company’s PorterBot, ServeBot and CartBot service robots will also be on show. The CLOi SuitBot was unveiled last year at the IFA tech expo in Berlin. It’s a lower body […]
Biodegradeable Straws
It’s no secret that conventional plastic drinking straws are very eco-unfriendly. Manufactured in the billions, they’re typically only used once, and then end up in landfills or the ocean. Finnish startup Sulapac is attempting to address the problem, with marine-biodegradable straws. Developed in partnership with renewable materials company Stora Enso, the new straws are made from Sulapac’s patented 100-percent biodegradable […]
World’s First Wooden Football Stadium
Zaha Hadid Architects has won planning permission for the world’s first wooden football stadium, which will be built in Gloucestershire, England. When complete it aims to be the world’s greenest football stadium, constructed entirely from timber and powered by sustainable energy sources. It was the second attempt to gain planning permission for the 5,000-seat timber stadium for the Forest Green Rovers […]
Solar Powered Resort In Maldives
New York-based architectural firm Yuji Yamazaki Architecture (YYA) is behind the design of the Kudadoo Maldives Private Island that opened recently in Lhaviani Atoll, Maldives. With a strong focus on sustainability, this exclusive holiday destination is distinguished by its impressive photovoltaic roof. In creating the plans for the island resort, YYA wanted to integrate the solar panels into the island’s […]
Lightweight Fiber Combine Strengths & Toughness
When it comes to manmade fibers, they can typically either be strong or tough. A new material developed in part by Germany’s University of Bayreuth, however, is claimed to be both. In a nutshell, strength is the ability to withstand force without permanently deforming, while toughness is the ability withstand force without fracturing. Not only does the new type of […]
Blood Sugar Monitoring Implant For Diabetics
For a person with diabetes, monitoring blood glucose levels is an everyday hassle, usually involving finger pricks. An emerging alternative might be implantable devices that can automatically monitor levels and alert the patient when attention is needed, but powering these devices is tricky. A new prototype glucose monitor has been designed to power itself from that same glucose in bodily […]
Tips to Choosing Broker For Forex Trading Business
Forex trading business has attracted many people. Though there are many benefits, there are also setbacks of Forex market. Dealing with money transactions should be done with utmost care and precision. The Forex market provides benefits to some while others are left with huge losses. That’s why you need the help of a Forex broker to help you make the […]