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1 week ago | 
thomasnet.com | Devon Verbsky |Audrey Altmann
Xiaomi has shown off its newly developed ‘bulletproof’ battery coating in a very unique way. Claiming that the coating increases durability, resisting punctures, abrasions, or tears, the EV producer has coated the battery of their SU7 Ultra EV model. Compared to other EVs’ battery safety performance, Xiaomi’s battery shows significant improvement. But to fortify these results, Xiaomi took to the roof of their production facility.
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1 week ago | 
thomasnet.com | Devon Verbsky |Audrey Altmann
Developed by Deep Robotics and CSSC Haishen Company, China has unveiled an emergency transport and rescue robot. Following Deep Robotics’ unveiling of a robotic dog with one-touch navigation, the emergency rescue bot has been unveiled for a multitude of environments. Suited for natural disasters and battlefield first aid to pre- and post-patient transport, the bot can operate in nearly any situation. The robot is capable of conversion through three different mobility modes.
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2 weeks ago | 
thomasnet.com | Devon Verbsky |Audrey Altmann
Piloted by artificial intelligence, Maserati’s MC20 supercar has set a record for the top speed set driven autonomously. Utilizing the Kennedy Space Center’s Space Shuttle runway, the vehicle met speeds of 197.7 miles per hour. The driverless vehicle hit the runway in Cape Canaveral as part of the Indy Autonomous Challenge. The challenge gathers university teams from all across the globe to deploy autonomous vehicles, completing events to further understand and increase safety and performance.
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3 weeks ago | 
thomasnet.com | Devon Verbsky |Audrey Altmann
Rivian, in a notable announcement regarding the company’s standing, has announced software updates for its second-generation vehicles. Identifying a lag behind competitors in the automated space, Rivian looks to include a “hands-free” feature as part of its newest expansion.
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3 weeks ago | 
thomasnet.com | Devon Verbsky |Audrey Altmann
California startup Telo Trucks is on its way to mass-producing a modular, compact electric pickup known as the MT1. Following a recently closed $5.4 million funding round, Telo unveiled a brand new prototype in Los Angeles. The funding round will additionally propel Telo into the manufacturing phase once the final model of the MT1 is selected. The latest prototype looks nearly identical to the previous build, with a slight change to the side indentation location.
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3 weeks ago | 
thomasnet.com | Devon Verbsky |Audrey Altmann
The U.S. Army plans to expand spending on its "Transformation in Contact” modernization model. The service plans to spend $1 billion by the end of 2027, a major jump from the $15 million spent on three prior TiC brigades in 2024. The Transformation in Contact itself allows contractors to bring systems into the field for live feedback. The feedback would then be used for immediate changes rather than building systems from the group up using drafting requirements.
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1 month ago | 
thomasnet.com | Devon Verbsky |Audrey Altmann
The U.S. Air Force’s Operation Test and Evaluation unit has demonstrated the ability to integrate weaponry using a taxi test with a U.S. Navy Harpoon missile. The testing was conducted at Nellis Air Force Base in Nevada, with the use of an F-16 Fighting Falcon jet. The test was made possible by a gateway system linked between the F-16 and Harpoon missile. The connection allowed for communication between the two without modification of either platform.
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1 month ago | 
thomasnet.com | Devon Verbsky |Audrey Altmann
The United States military’s self-propelled artillery systems deliver firepower alongside mobility and precision. Giving the U.S. advantages in mobility, accuracy, and firepower, these three primary heavy hitters dominate the battlefield. The M142 HIMARS leads the pack as a mounted rocket system atop a 6×6 truck base. Originated in the late 1990s, the HIMARS carries six rockets combining for one long-range ATACMS supersonic tactical ballistic missile.
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2 months ago | 
thomasnet.com | Devon Verbsky |Audrey Altmann
Apple’s Machine Learning Research division has developed means to make robots more interactive and expressive. Equipped with an LED light, speaker, projector, and camera, Apple has demonstrated these findings through a robotic desk lamp. The researchers showcased the lamp’s ability to engage with people through the robot’s movements and gestures. Accompanying the robotic demonstration, the Machine Learning Research division team additionally presented a paper and video.
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2 months ago | 
thomasnet.com | Devon Verbsky |Audrey Altmann
The world’s largest sail-powered cargo ship, the Neoliner Origin, has been released from its slipway in Tuzla, Turkey. The ship leaves the slipway at RMK Marine shipyard to be completed afloat, where final stages of construction, including mast installation, will take place in the coming months. Following the installation, the ship will be tested at sea, aiming for full-scale delivery by June 2025. The ship itself includes two 300-foot masts, while the sail measures a near 10,000 feet.
