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A machine consists of many sub systems working together to perform a certain task. The information from the electronic devices are retrieved from the machine sub systems as binary code. All this information is presented in a user readable formatthrough a display device. The display technology has seen a rapid growth in the past few decades from the old CRT (Cathode Ray Tube) displays to the presently in demand LCD (Liquid Crystal Display) and LED (Light Emitting Diode) displays. The LCDs and LEDs consists of two dimensional arrays of individual display units (pixels) whose number to size of display determines the clarity of the display (resolution).

Raspberry Pi is an amazing credit card-sized development board that can serve varied purposes for hackers, hobbyists, artists, as well as students. One of the most versatile application boards, it is believed that it can only be used for some common programming purposes especially the ones related to IoT or AI. In this blog, we will be breaking that myth and show you the versatility of this system and how it can make a difference to our lives in a long run. Let’s get on with it then.

Robots got their name from a Czech word “Robota” which means slave or any mechanical item that can help its master. Robots are mechanical devices that help to perform specific tasks for the humans. The term ‘Robot’ can be used for any mechanical device equipped with the software-based intelligence to perform specific physical tasks.The robotic cars or robotic vehicles are one of the many robotic designs which are developed to move around for performing physical tasks. The motion of such robot itself involves the application of power and use of motors. In making such a robot, there needs to be a balance between the load (weight of Robot), Battery and Motor used.

Whoever said “sky is the limit”, was clearly not dreaming big enough as proved by this tremendous pillar of space tourism. The idea was planted in man’s mind when the historic Apollo 11 rocket took Neil Armstrong and Buzz Aldrin and to the moon inJune, 1969. He immediately grew an obsession to explore space up to a depth which was previously thought inexistent. He then sent the satellite, “voyager” which has now already crossed the boundary of our solar system (entered the oort cloud) late last year, after 35 years of journey. Since then, few people have gone into space to attain the privilege of being called “Astronaut”. To become an astronaut, one has to have outstanding credentials, tons of experienceand rigorous training to adapt to extreme conditions in space.  

With airplanes, we could traverse long distances quickly but not taking us exactly where we want to go but to the nearest airport mostly while sharing the ride with other passengers. Cars will take us to a more precise location as long as it is connected by a road, but at a much slower pace. The fusion of these two technologies will get usa hybrid which retains a portionof the positives from both sides, leading to the birth of the “Flying Car”. This technology has been promised to us by the early 21st century, since the early 1950s as seen in various articles and sci-fi movies. Although the idea has been around for a long time, it could not be converted into a tangible product since it was more complicated than that which met the eye. 

The Robots are mechanical devices equipped with software based intelligence that can perform specific physical tasks. There are many kinds of robots and robotic applications. The robots are designed to suit their application and their mechanical design, body, electronics, and software are designed accordingly.The robotic vehicles or robotic cars are one of the many types of robotic designs. The robotic cars are designed to move around plain surfaces where they can perform certain tasks either through remote controlling or autonomously. They are equipped with sensors, control circuitry and actuators for their operation.

There is a growing movement across the globe to use 3D printing against limited supplies of medical care for frontline healthcare workers. Nations across the world are trying to meet the growing shortage of masks, testing swabs, and face shields through whatever means possible. Omar Badar, an assembly engineer at Texas Instruments, understood this need…

Speech, as we know, is the primary avenue of communication between people. But some people are robbed of their ability to speak by neurodegenerative diseases, strokes, and brain injuries. In such conditions, patients are unable to communicate, despite their brains’ speech centers remaining intact. Fortunately, neuroscientists have come up with synthetic speech algorithms that help…

Given the plethora of cyber threats, artificial intelligence (AI) has emerged as a highly valuable domain as it involves leveraging AI to identify and stop cyber-attacks with a minimum of human intervention. AI tools and techniques autonomously identify, discover, predict, justify, act, and learn about potential cybersecurity threats without needing much human intervention. In the…

Urbanization is a rapidly-growing phenomenon. As per the United Nations estimates, two-thirds of the world’s population will live in urban areas by 2050. All this necessitates the development of smart-city initiatives backed by environmental, social, and economic sustainability to keep pace with the rapid expansion that will impinge heavily on cities’ resources worldwide. Among many…

Recent advances in neuroscience and neurotechnology promise restoration of functional sight to the blind through sending signals straight to the brain’s visual cortex. Similar to cochlear implant that has done wonders for the deaf, research is under way to restore visual perception to the blind through an implant that work by stimulating the visual cortex…

Battery developers face some difficult challenges when engineering these electrochemical cells. Depending on a battery’s use and application, such challenges include: Energy & power density Battery life Costs Sustainability Modeling and simulation are two current methods that researchers and developers use to test and improve such issues. Optimization of each component of a battery and…

During the inaugural Future Farming Technology event, held in Birmingham’s NEC late last year, a key message was clear: agriculture in its current state is unfeasible. Practices that have barely changed in decades are typically resulting in stagnate yields across the globe. Many feel the industry is over-reliant on chemicals and machinery that’s pressing the…

Tesla recently said that a million-mile electric vehicle (EV) battery is technologically feasible and that it should be available soon. According to a detailed study in the Journal of the Electrochemical Society, one way a long-lasting lithium-ion battery is made possible is if certain electrolytes work in conjunction with a nanomaterial coating on the cathode.…

LiFi, an emerging wireless technology, which empowers users to send and receive data in beams of LED light, is expected to help overcome the limitations of radio frequency transmissions. Wireless data has become essential for much of today’s work and lifestyles. As the demand for connected devices continues to increase and new technologies — such…

Electric vehicles (EVs) have many benefits over internal combustion engine vehicles, including superior performance, a high energy density, less pollution, excellent acceleration, and more. But EVs are not perfect. One major drawback is the need for a costly battery system with specific maintenance requirements, including a long charge time. One of the key components of…

Electronics are now part of our everyday portables and used in phones, iPads, and laptops. They’re also becoming something we wear, such as those wearable health trackers and watches. However, to some extent, the capabilities of such wearables has been limited by battery. Larger, stronger batteries would be required to do more. However, bigger batteries…

Digitalization is rapidly changing workplaces and industries, offering data, efficiency, and often better workflows. The agricultural sector is no different. Although the government in India has created several initiatives to relieve concerns in the country related to water scarcity, crop cycle shortages, weather challenges, and others, life as a farmer is one of concern. To…

There’s a new concept in India that aims to encourage greater electric vehicle (EV) use with the support of an advanced charging station. The “E-Mobility Tech Experience Center” is designed to support all types of EV ratings and configurations while helping drivers (and passengers!) better understand the broad ecosystem of EV charging solutions. Delta Electronics…

Built on computer programs that analyze images of human faces to identify them, face recognition technology has seen an amazing maturity in a relatively short amount of time. Law enforcement agencies use it to keep society safer, retailers to reduce the incidence of thefts, airports to enhance travelers’ comfort and security, and cell phone companies…