Custom hardware helps deliver safety and security for electric traction
Electric traction has become a critical part of a growing number of systems that need efficient motion and position control. Motors do not just provide the driving force for vehicles, from e-bikes to cars to industrial and agricultural machinery. They also enable a new generation of robots, whether they use wheels, propellers or legs for…
What Are AI Hallucinations? Why Chatbots Make Things Up, and What You Need to Know
If you’ve used ChatGPT, Google Gemini, Grok, Claude, Perplexity or any other generative AI tool, you’ve probably seen them make things up with complete confidence. This is called an AI hallucination — although one research paper suggests we call it BS instead — and it’s an inherent flaw that should give us all pause when…
AI helps astronomers better explore the universe
Science Published 4 September 2025 Authors Brendan Tracey, Jonas Buchli Our novel Deep Loop Shaping method improves control of gravitational wave observatories, helping astronomers better understand the dynamics and formation of the universe. To help astronomers study the universe’s most powerful processes, our teams have been using AI to stabilize one of the most sensitive…
Here are the best smart locks you can buy right now
A smart lock is an easy solution to some common problems. Locked yourself out? Need to let a friend in to water the plants? Your latchkey kid lost their key? Hands are full, and it’s raining cats and dogs? A smart lock solves all of these problems and more. One of the best smart home…
Jotunnslayer: Hordes of Hel Review – The Grind Before Ragnarok
After Vampire Slayers helped give birth to a whole new genre, the idea of auto-shooters (have we finally agreed that’s what they are?) has only grown. Now, there are heaps of them out there and Jotunnslayer: Hordes of Hel is the latest, entering the fray after a lengthy Early Access period on Steam. But while…
Is H GameKit X4 Right for You? 5 Reasons This Gaming Kit Stands Out
If you’ve ever fallen into the endless rabbit hole of searching for the perfect gaming kit, you know how overwhelming it can be. Do you really need a separate high-DPI mouse? Should you invest in a mechanical keyboard or settle for a membrane? What about headsets that claim to hear a pin drop in-game? And…
Should You Buy the iPhone 16E or Wait for the iPhone 17 to Be Announced?
We are days away from Apple’s “Awe Dropping” event on Tuesday, where we expect the rumored iPhone 17 to be announced. The iPhone 17 will likely be a follow-up to the iPhone 16, which launched in 2024. However, Apple’s newest phone, the $599 iPhone 16E, was released in February and offers a unique appeal: Get some of…
What Android security threats should IT know about? | TechTarget
From OS vulnerabilities to ransomware attacks, Android devices continue to face a variety of security risks. As soon as Google fixes one problem, another threat comes along. Data security is of utmost importance in enterprise organizations. To protect mobile devices in these environments, IT must understand the security weaknesses of different mobile OSes. The…
China injects tens of billions of dollars in chipmaking tools, but it’s easily more than a decade behind the market leaders — Here’s why
China’s attempt to build a self-sufficient semiconductor industry has been instrumental in creating numerous companies, such as Huawei’s HiSilicon, SMIC, and YMTC, that develop and manufacture world-class chips. However, while there are China-based firms that produce chipmaking tools, they cannot replace equipment made by American or European companies for advanced process technologies. Some, like Goldman…
A design guide for respiratory belt transducers
Curious about how respiratory belt transducers work—or how to design one yourself? This quick guide walks you through the essentials, from sensing principles to circuit basics. Whether you are a hobbyist, student, or engineer exploring wearable health technology, you will find practical insights to kickstart your own design. Belly breathing, also known as diaphragmatic or…
