Autonomous drones that can 'see' and fly intelligently
Drones have been given 'eyes' and a new algorithm to help them fly intelligently, reaching their target position when GPS is not available.
Drones have been given 'eyes' and a new algorithm to help them fly intelligently, reaching their target position when GPS is not available.
Engineering
Feb 6, 2019
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A new system which helps people with Parkinson's disease overcome debilitating walking problems has been developed by researchers at Brunel University London.
Engineering
May 24, 2018
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To gaming enthusiasts, the Kinect is Microsoft's motion sensor add-on for the Xbox 360 gaming console. The device provides a natural user interface that allows users to interact intuitively and without any intermediary device, ...
Engineering
Nov 9, 2016
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A commonly used device found in living rooms around the world could be a cheap and effective means of evaluating the walking difficulties of multiple sclerosis (MS) patients.
Engineering
Aug 15, 2016
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Xbox Kinects could be used in the future to assess the health of patients with conditions such as cystic fibrosis.
Engineering
Mar 22, 2016
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For warfighters recovering from traumatic brain injuries (TBI), the benefits of home-based, outpatient physical rehabilitation programs are numerous—they can exercise at home on their own schedules, be among family and ...
Engineering
Sep 16, 2015
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Virtual reality is no longer the expensive, cumbersome exercise it once was. Google Cardboard, launched at last week's Google I/O conference, is a no-frills, cardboard frame that, when used with open software, transforms ...
Hi Tech & Innovation
Jul 2, 2014
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When the Xbox One was unveiled last year, Microsoft boasted the Xbox 360 successor would feature an updated—and mandatory—version of its camera-based Kinect sensor with more accurate movement tracking and voice detecting. ...
Consumer & Gadgets
Apr 7, 2014
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Medical imaging today gives surgeons an ability to obtain a virtual peek inside the human body in a way that rivals the campy 1966 movie Fantastic Voyage, in which a team of physicians is miniaturized and injected into a ...
Hi Tech & Innovation
Jun 8, 2012
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Microsoft on Monday added YouTube, voice commands, television shows and more to its Xbox 360 with Kinect as the hot-selling videogame console matures into an entertainment center for all.
Consumer & Gadgets
Jun 7, 2011
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