A groundbreaking development in the field of eye tracking has emerged courtesy of a team of engineers at The Barcelona Institute of Science and Technology’s ICFO–Institut de Ciències Fotòniques. These innovative engineers have successfully created a revolutionary camera that is virtually transparent, allowing for seamless eye tracking without obstructing the user’s view. Traditionally, eye tracking
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In the quest to develop smaller, more efficient optoelectronic devices, researchers have identified the need for higher gate capacitance to reduce energy consumption. This necessitates the use of insulating materials with a high dielectric constant (κ), such as hafnium oxide (HfO2), to maximize charge storage capacity. However, integrating these high-κ materials with two-dimensional (2D) semiconductors
Organic electrochemical transistors (OECTs) have been gaining attention as a promising class of transistors that offer unique advantages for various applications, such as biosensors, wearable devices, and neuromorphic systems. Despite their potential, traditional OECTs have faced challenges related to stability and slow redox processes. However, researchers at Northwestern University have recently introduced a novel fabrication
The concept of vehicles that can drive themselves has long been a dream for both robotics researchers and the automotive industry. While significant progress has been made in this field, the deployment of autonomous vehicles is still limited to certain environments. Recently, researchers have been focusing on the development of automated valet parking (AVP) systems,
Professor Jeongho Kwak, a prominent figure in the Department of Electrical Engineering and Computer Science at DGIST, has made significant strides in developing a cutting-edge learning model and resource optimization technology. This innovative technology aims to revolutionize 6G vision services by seamlessly combining accuracy and efficiency. 6G mobile vision services, such as augmented reality (AR)
OpenAI has recently introduced a voice-cloning tool named “Voice Engine” that is designed to replicate speech patterns based on a short audio sample. While the technology has the potential to revolutionize various industries, including entertainment and education, the company is taking a cautious approach to its release due to the significant risks associated with the
Huawei, the Chinese tech giant, announced a staggering increase in profits for the year 2023. This comes after a challenging period marked by US sanctions. Despite warnings from Washington about potential espionage risks associated with Huawei’s equipment, the company has managed to not only survive but thrive in the face of adversity. Rising Profits and
Lower-income communities have historically lagged behind their wealthier counterparts in the adoption of solar power, despite the availability of tax incentives and other financial benefits. However, a recent study conducted by researchers at Stanford University, published in Nature Energy, sheds light on a promising solution to this issue. The study highlights the untapped potential of
The development of organic photovoltaic films has opened up a world of possibilities in the realm of wearable electronics. These devices can be seamlessly integrated into clothing, allowing for innovations such as medical monitoring devices that do not require frequent battery changes. One of the major obstacles researchers have faced in this field is achieving
In the past, buildings have been known as the main consumers of energy, but thanks to advancements in technology, this is changing. With the increasing use of high-end electrical appliances and the push for renewable energy solutions, such as solar panels and energy storage systems, there is a growing need for efficient building energy management.
Robotic systems have come a long way from their early days of being stiff machines to the more advanced soft, humanoid, and animal-inspired robots that we see today. Among the various types of robots, legged robots, especially quadrupeds, have shown great promise in performing tasks at ground level, such as exploration and object transportation. However,
The traditional methods of indoor positioning, such as fingerprinting and sensor-based techniques, have long been utilized but come with significant drawbacks. These drawbacks include the need for extensive training data, poor scalability, and reliance on additional sensor information. These limitations hinder the effectiveness and efficiency of indoor navigation solutions, leading to the demand for more