Summary: Accents influence perceptions of guilt, with those judged as “lower status” being considered more likely to commit crimes. Researchers analyzed responses from 180 participants who rated voices from 10…
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Semiconductor radiation detectors designed for extreme environments
(a) Energy spectrum obtained with a 227Ac source and(b) linear response by 4H-SiC SBD devices. Credit: Han Jingyun
Charging infrastructure of medium voltage station upgraded to megawatt class
Detailed view of the demonstrator. Credit: Fraunhofer ISE In the future, charging stations along freeways, in parking lots or at logistics centers will have to deliver much more power in…
Skin-inspired optical sensor reads Braille at the speed of touch
Researchers have developed a fast and accurate flexible tactile optical sensor capable of reading Braille. The technology could enable smart readers that convert Braille to speech or text, helping to…
How Our Brains Perceive Body Weight Differs From Objects
Summary: Research reveals that how we perceive the size and weight of body parts, such as hands, differs from our perception of objects. For objects, smaller items feel heavier than…
How the UK’s plans for AI could derail net zero: The numbers explained
Credit: Pixabay/CC0 Public Domain The UK government’s goal to increase public-controlled artificial intelligence computing power twentyfold by 2030 would significantly raise electricity demand. Can renewable energy supply meet it—and still…
3D printing strategy can upgrade soft robots and extend their lifespan
Credit: Kanhere et al. Over the past decades, robotic systems have been rapidly advancing, fueled by the continuous introduction of more advanced electronics, mechanical components and software solutions. As a…
