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Bird-Inspired RAVEN Robot Has Specialised Legs to Help it Jump Into Flight
Researchers at École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne (EPFL) have developed a bird-like robot named RAVEN (Robotic Avian-inspired Vehicle for multiple ENvironments), designed to launch into flight using spring-loaded legs. This innovative design was inspired by the flight mechanics of crows, which use their legs to spring into the air, allowin...
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How Universe Evolved? New Methodology Throws Fresh Light
In this latest study, researchers used data from the Gaia spacecraft to recalibrate the brightness of pulsating stars known as Cepheids.
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Swiss Researchers Develop Technique That Can Produce High-Resolution 3D Images of Cells
Researchers at the Swiss Federal Institute of Technology (EPFL) have developed a new technique that allows scientists to build high-definition 3D images of cells inside and out.
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New Device Used In Monkeys Sparks Hope Of Paralysis Cure
A new device has allowed two monkeys to regain use of their paralysed legs by transmitting brain signals wirelessly, bypassing their spinal cord lesions, a study released Wednesday by the journal Nature said.
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Soft Robots That Mimic Human Muscles May Aid Stroke Patients
Scientists, including one of Indian origin, are developing soft, flexible robots that behave like human muscles and may help people with movement impairments, such as stroke victims.
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European Leagues Threaten Legal Action over Qatar World Cup
At a meeting in Barcelona on Saturday, the European Professional Football Leagues (EPFL) adopted a resolution slamming the decision to move the FIFA World Cup from its traditional dates in June and July to November and December in order to combat the searing heat in the Middle East.
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This janitor satellite could help clean up space
Swiss scientists plan to launch a "janitor satellite" specially designed to get rid of orbiting debris known as space junk.
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Bird-Inspired RAVEN Robot Has Specialised Legs to Help it Jump Into Flight
Researchers at École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne (EPFL) have developed a bird-like robot named RAVEN (Robotic Avian-inspired Vehicle for multiple ENvironments), designed to launch into flight using spring-loaded legs. This innovative design was inspired by the flight mechanics of crows, which use their legs to spring into the air, allowin...
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How Universe Evolved? New Methodology Throws Fresh Light
In this latest study, researchers used data from the Gaia spacecraft to recalibrate the brightness of pulsating stars known as Cepheids.
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Swiss Researchers Develop Technique That Can Produce High-Resolution 3D Images of Cells
Researchers at the Swiss Federal Institute of Technology (EPFL) have developed a new technique that allows scientists to build high-definition 3D images of cells inside and out.
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New Device Used In Monkeys Sparks Hope Of Paralysis Cure
A new device has allowed two monkeys to regain use of their paralysed legs by transmitting brain signals wirelessly, bypassing their spinal cord lesions, a study released Wednesday by the journal Nature said.
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Soft Robots That Mimic Human Muscles May Aid Stroke Patients
Scientists, including one of Indian origin, are developing soft, flexible robots that behave like human muscles and may help people with movement impairments, such as stroke victims.
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European Leagues Threaten Legal Action over Qatar World Cup
At a meeting in Barcelona on Saturday, the European Professional Football Leagues (EPFL) adopted a resolution slamming the decision to move the FIFA World Cup from its traditional dates in June and July to November and December in order to combat the searing heat in the Middle East.
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This janitor satellite could help clean up space
Swiss scientists plan to launch a "janitor satellite" specially designed to get rid of orbiting debris known as space junk.
