64 m. ago Combining electrical and force signals boosts prosthetic hand accuracy

Combining two different kinds of signals could help engineers build prosthetic limbs that better reproduce natural movements, according to a new study from the University of California, Davis. The work, published April 10 in PLOS One, shows that a combination of electromyography and force myography is more accurate at predicting hand movements than either method by itself.

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1 hour ago 'Cold' manufacturing approach solves fabrication challenge for solid

Lithium-ion batteries have been a staple in device manufacturing for years, but the liquid electrolytes they rely on to function are quite unstable, leading to fire hazards and safety concerns. Now, researchers at Penn State are pursuing a reliable alternative energy storage solution for use in laptops, phones and electric vehicles: solid-state electrolytes (SSEs).

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2 h. ago You’re invited to a fireside chat with Baiju Bhatt on Sand Hill Road on June 18 at StrictlyVC

We’re thrilled to announce that Baiju Bhatt, co-founder of Robinhood and founder and CEO of Aetherflux, will be joining us for a rare, intimate fireside chat as part of TechCrunch’s StrictlyVC evening series on June 18 on Sand Hill Road in Menlo Park. As with all of our StrictlyVC evenings, the event will feature just […]

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3 h. ago Martina Solano Soto wants to solve the mysteries of the universe, and MIT Open Learning is part of her plan

The 17-year-old student from Spain uses MIT resources to deepen her understanding of math and physics.

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3 h. ago Shedeur Sanders fires off confident social media messages ahead of NFL Draft

Former Colorado Buffaloes standout Shedeur Sanders had a few messages ahead of the NFL Draft on Thursday. He may be taken as high as No. 2.

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4 h. ago Washington State University hosts National Prescription Drug Take Back Day

Washington State University hosts National Prescription Drug Take Back Day  KLEW TV

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4 h. ago University of Alaska grad sues Trump administration over revocation of foreign student status

University of Alaska grad sues Trump administration over revocation of foreign student status  Alaska Public Media

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4 h. ago Child Health Experts With Diversity Roles Will Be Fired or Reassigned

The moves are aimed at eliminating diversity, equity and inclusion efforts and environmental justice programs at the E.P.A., Trump administration officials say.

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4 h. ago ‘Never Again Means Now’: President Trump Honors Holocaust Victims, Calls Out ‘Leftist, Anti

President Donald J. Trump issued a solemn proclamation on Wednesday marking the Days of Remembrance of Victims of the Holocaust, honoring the memory of six million Jews murdered, while sharply rebuking “leftist, anti-American colleges and universities” for fueling the resurgence of antisemitism in the United States. The post ‘Never Again Means Now’: President Trump Honors Holocaust Victims, Calls Out ‘Leftist, Anti-American Colleges’ for Fueling Hate appeared first on Breitbart.

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4 h. ago This simple outdoor activity can improve Americans' health, says governor

West Virginia has launched a "Mountaineer Mile" in an effort to get Americans outside and moving to increase physical and mental health. The state has been a leader in pushing for MAHA initiatives.

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5 h. ago World Economic Forum greenlights new investigation into whistleblower claims against founder Klaus Schwab

The World Economic Forum board said it supports an "independent investigation" into former chairman of the globalist body, Klaus Schwab.

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5 h. ago Federal judge declares Trump admin blocking federal money from sanctuary cities unconstitutional

An Obama-appointed federal judge in San Francisco said President Donald Trump's orders blocking federal funds from sanctuary cities is unconstitutional.

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6 h. ago Fire captain from Washington rescues toddler swept out to sea off Mexico beach

Fire captain from Washington rescues toddler swept out to sea off Mexico beach  Tacoma News Tribune

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6 h. ago Judge issues temporary restraining order allowing Marshall student to stay in US

Judge issues temporary restraining order allowing Marshall student to stay in US  West Virginia Watch

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7 h. ago Nolte: David Hogg Could Lose DNC Post over Attempt to Primary Dems

Democrat National Committee (DNC) Vice Chair David Hogg is under fire from within his own tent for promising to primary incumbent Democrats. The post Nolte: David Hogg Could Lose DNC Post over Attempt to Primary Dems appeared first on Breitbart.

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8 h. ago Review | Mario meets Harry Potter: What we loved at Universal Epic Universe

Review | Mario meets Harry Potter: What we loved at Universal Epic Universe  The Washington Post

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8 h. ago Simulations and diagnostics shed light on complex physics of hypersonic flight

Aerospace engineering has always had a preoccupation with speed. Now researchers at the University of Cincinnati are pushing the boundaries of what is possible, practical, reliable and safe at five times the speed of sound, or more than 3,800 mph.

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9 h. ago Analysis | It’s not just ‘leftist’ judges. GOP appointees have many sharp words for Trump.

Analysis | It’s not just ‘leftist’ judges. GOP appointees have many sharp words for Trump.  The Washington Post

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9 h. ago Aerial robots offer safer, more sustainable construction methods

New research led by Imperial College London and co-authored by the University of Bristol, has revealed that aerial robotics could provide wide-ranging benefits to the safety, sustainability and scale of construction.

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9 h. ago Big Ten university faculties push for defense compact against Trump

Big Ten university faculties push for defense compact against Trump  The Washington Post

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