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New hand sensors turn post-stroke rehab into an on-screen game

Researchers developed piezoelectric patch sensors that track finger movements to play rock-paper-scissors, promoting self-motivated healthcare and entertainment. The sensors provide quantifiable data and objective feedback, improving patient outcomes through accessibility, independence, and motivation.

SourceUniversity of Houston·JournalAdvanced Healthcare Materials·DateJun 2, 2026

A new “digital twin” of laser-directed energy deposition repair technology

A new digital twin of laser-directed energy deposition repair technology has been developed to improve industrial sustainability. The system automatically determines optimum forming conditions, reducing metal powder waste and increasing the effectiveness of the repair process.

SourceTokyo University of Science·JournalJournal of Thermal Spray Technology·TypeComputational simulation/modeling·DateJan 12, 2023
Anker Laptop Power Bank 25,000mAh (Triple 100W USB-C)

Anker Laptop Power Bank 25,000mAh (Triple 100W USB-C) keeps Macs, tablets, and meters powered during extended observing runs and remote surveys.

Slower runners benefit most from elite methods

New research reveals that slower runners can benefit significantly from measures improving 'running economy', such as better footwear and nutrition, resulting in faster finish times. For recreational runners, these methods can lead to substantial improvements, while elite athletes face more limited gains.

SourceUniversity of Colorado at Boulder·JournalFrontiers in Physiology·DateFeb 12, 2019

Break the two-hour marathon record? It could be done today

Researchers from University of Colorado Boulder have calculated that a sub-two-hour marathon time is theoretically possible. To achieve this, athletes would need to wear shoes around 100 grams lighter than the current world record holder's shoes.

SourceUniversity of Colorado at Boulder·JournalSports Medicine·DateMar 6, 2017

Minimizing drag to maximize results

Researchers from Monash University studied how riders' drag is affected by the relative position of multiple cyclists in a breakaway group. They found that drafting can significantly reduce drag, with up to 49% drop for trailing riders and 5% for lead riders.

SourceMonash University·JournalProcedia Engineering·DateJul 23, 2014
Apple MacBook Pro 14-inch (M4 Pro)

Apple MacBook Pro 14-inch (M4 Pro) powers local ML workloads, large datasets, and multi-display analysis for field and lab teams.