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A New Sensor Could Make Smart Cities Greener

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A New Sensor Could Make Smart Cities Greener

September 16, 2020

Data, Devices & Systems, Smart Cities

Urban areas are key contributors to climate change. A new smart sensor that measures and monitors urban soil health could help make cities greener.

E-Textiles: The Next Frontier of Wearables

September 3, 2020

Wearables, 4IR

E-textiles could be the next frontier of wearables, bringing more functionality to what we wear.

5G Rollout Will Accelerate Innovation

August 26, 2020

5G, Mobile

From smart cities to smart factories, e-health to augmented reality, a new industry survey finds 5G will drive business and industry innovation forward.

Gamification Could Make Smart Homes More Energy Efficient

August 17, 2020

Energy, Smart Home

Homes and buildings make up a significant portion of energy use. New research shows gamification can encourage energy-saving behaviors in smart homes.

Countdown to Mars: Investigating the Red Planet

July 23, 2020

4IR, Robotics, Space

Three Mars missions are searching for signs of water and life on the Red Planet. As countries aim to send the first humans there, what advances will help make this goal a reality?

What’s Next in 3D Printing? A Conversation with HP’s Mary Baker

June 25, 2020

3D Printing, 4IR

3D printers can print objects large and small, using a variety of materials. To learn more about advances in 3D printing, we talked to IEEE member Mary Baker, PhD, software designer at HP.

Mobile Robot for Large Scale 3D Printing at Construction Sites

June 3, 2020

3D Printing, 4IR, Construction

A new large-scale 3D printer could help speed use of 3D printing on construction sites, allowing builders to create custom concrete shapes with less waste and greater efficiency.

Using Edge Intelligence for Accurate Smoke and Fire Detection

May 20, 2020

4IR, Artificial Intelligence

Smoke and fire detection systems have trouble seeing smoke in fog or snow, but this new system uses edge intelligence for more accurate fire detection.

Using Film to Advance Eyeblink Detection Technology

May 6, 2020

4IR, Biometrics, medical

The way someone blinks their eyes can be a sign of a disease, fatigue or even deception. Researchers have discovered a new way of measuring eyeblinks.

New 3D Concrete Printer Could Be a Major Advancement in Construction

April 21, 2020

4IR, Construction

A new 3D printing method could revolutionize the way additive manufacturing is used to print materials on construction sites.