Innovation - Page 3

Energy Science November 14

Texas startup raises $5.5M for revolutionary solar towers that produce 50% more energy

Texas startup Janta Power raises $5.5M for innovative vertical solar towers that generate 50% more energy than traditional panels while using just one-third the land.

Archaeology November 10

Elon Musk backs 'pivotal' archaeology initiative, says AI could help rewrite history books on Ancient Rome

Elon Musk donated $1 million through the Musk Foundation to support digital archaeological research into ancient Rome — a project he said could one day rewrite history books through AI.

Police and Law Enforcement November 6

Sheriff's office tests America's first self-driving police SUV

Miami-Dade debuts America's first autonomous police SUV with AI cameras, drone deployment and real-time crime detection in groundbreaking law enforcement pilot.

Innovation October 31

Nike partners with robotics company to create world's first motor-powered footwear system

Nike unveils Project Amplify, revolutionary motorized shoes developed with Dephy that add powered assistance to every step for runners and walkers.

Vision and Hearing October 28

How a tiny retinal implant is helping people regain their sight

Revolutionary retinal implant restores central vision in 80% of patients with advanced macular degeneration, offering hope where treatments once only slowed blindness.

NASA October 23

Living in giant moon glass spheres could be our future

California company Skyeports creates self-healing glass spheres from Moon regolith that generate solar power and support plant growth for sustainable lunar living.

Innovation October 15

Researchers create revolutionary AI fabric that predicts road damage before it happens

New AI road monitoring system uses sensor-embedded fabric to predict infrastructure problems, potentially reducing maintenance costs and traffic disruptions for cities.

Air And Space October 14

Space startup unveils 1-hour orbital delivery system

Inversion Space unveils Arc, a reusable reentry vehicle that can deliver up to 500 pounds of cargo from orbit to anywhere on Earth in under an hour.

Tech October 12

Australian construction robot Charlotte can 3D print 2,150-sq-ft home in one day using sustainable materials

Australian construction robot Charlotte uses sand, crushed brick and recycled glass to 3D print fireproof, floodproof homes with reduced carbon footprint.

Wearable Tech October 2

New exoskeleton built to boost endurance and cut fatigue

The Hypershell X Ultra exoskeleton features 12 terrain modes and carbon fiber construction to enhance hiking, cycling and outdoor adventures.

Drones October 1

Uber Eats takes flight with drone deliveries

Uber Eats partners with drone delivery startup Flytrex to test autonomous food delivery services in U.S. markets, marking the company's first investment in drone technology.