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Pavegen flexible paving slabs generate energy from footsteps

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Due to a need to reduce carbon emissions and keep costs down, producing renewable energy is increasingly important for most governments and the tech industry at the moment. With that in mind investments are being made in the popular green energy sectors such as wind, solar, and wave energy. However, people’s steps (thousands upon thousands ... »

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Robotic ferret will reduce human trafficking?

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The 3-year project ‘Cargo Screening Ferret’ began in October 2008 and it involves researchers from the University of Glasgow, Loughborough University, City University London and defense and security specialists Qinetiq. The ferret will offer major advantages in combat against human trafficking. Currently, it is very difficult to detect people hidden in freight containers. Sensors on ... »