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Computer Sciences Sep 19, 2007

Artists 'draw on air' to create 3D illustrations

By putting on a virtual reality mask, holding a stylus in one hand and a tracking device in the other, an artist can draw 3D objects in the air with unprecedented precision. This new system is called “Drawing on Air,” and ...

Condensed Matter Sep 6, 2007

Scientists Engineer 'Pumped-Up' Materials

Robots with 'roid rage? Responsive prosthetics leading to the Six Million Dollar Man or the Bionic Woman? North Carolina State University scientists have devised new materials that aim to put some serious muscle behind robots ...

Consumer & Gadgets May 15, 2007

Motorola Introduces RAZR2 -- The Next-Generation RAZR

Motorola, Inc. today invited the world to experience the evolution of the RAZR brand as it unveiled RAZR2, the ultimate iconic feature phone.

Computer Sciences Jan 4, 2007

Humanoid avatar plays a competitive game of table tennis

Recently, scientists have designed and built an immersive table tennis (or “ping-pong”) simulation that allows a human to compete against a computer. While most virtual reality environments support slow- or medium-speed user ...

Hardware Jul 27, 2006

Fingertip Device Helps Computers Read Hand Gestures

With the tap of a single finger, computer users soon may be drawn deeper into the virtual world using a new device developed in the University at Buffalo's Virtual Reality Lab.

Mar 2, 2006

Virtual reality used to train surgeons

A Case Western Reserve University scientist in Cleveland says he's developing a way to use virtual reality simulation to train brain and heart surgeons.

Mar 8, 2005

Sharp Announces Second Generation 3D Notebook

Following a wake of awards and recognition for the Sharp Actius Notebook line, Sharp Systems of America today announced the availability of the Sharp Actius AL3D. Featuring Sharp’s 3D LCD Screen Technology, the Actius AL3D ...

Dec 5, 2004

An added dimension for virtual museums

Culture vultures enjoy exploring museum collections online. New 3D technology promises to make their experience richer still. With a mouse click, people can manipulate valuable objects as if they were in their own hands. ...

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