Smartphones, laptops and smartwatches consume vast quantities of energy, yet only around half of this energy is actually used to power important functions. And…
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Bringing engineering endeavour back into the British identity
There are widespread concerns being voiced throughout the media right now about just how stable the UK’s position as a major economic power really…
Strong coupling of quantum systems over great distance
For the first time, researchers have succeeded in creating strong coupling between quantum systems over a greater distance. They accomplished this with a novel…
Quickly automating manufacturing companies are thriving
This is part 2 of a three-part series examining the effects of robots and automation on employment, based on new research from economist and…
70 trillion images per second are now possible
Just about everyone has had the experience of blinking while having their picture taken. The camera clicks, your eyes shut, and by the time…
Digital studies at TUM with BMW
The Technical University of Munich (TUM) has started its summer semester, which will take place primarily online due to the coronavirus pandemic. At very…
Super sensor on a chip tinier than bug
During a stroll, a woman’s breathing becomes a slight bit shallower, and a monitor in her clothing alerts her to get a telemedicine check-up. A…
Prima launches comprehensive new apprenticeship scheme
In order to cultivate young technology-motivated talent, Cambridgeshire-based contract manufacturer Prima Electronic Services has established a multi-faceted apprentice program. Working in conjunction with Cambridge…
National Grid donates laptops to support home learning
School children and young adults across the country are set to benefit from a donation of 1,000 laptops from National Grid. The refurbished laptops,…
High-quality copper oxide microcrystals for quantum photonics
Copper oxidation for most people means tarnished surfaces and corroded electronics. But the compound Cu2O – or cuprous oxide – is a promising material…