A New Clue to Finding Land Mines
Duke University Engineers use the classic detective game of CLUE™ to teach robots how to navigate minefields and find hidden explosives.
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Name That Tune. On Second Thought, Don’t.
A look at studies that highlight music's affect on memory, the sturdiness of beer bottles and, of course, French rap.
Tennis Anyone? Just Follow the Bouncing Ball …
Flaws in human vision produce incorrect "out" calls by tennis referees at Wimbledon.
Do They Take Their Brollies With Them?
The Cocktail Napkin: A look at some current research that merits a raised eyebrow or a painful grin.
Close Encounters of the Magnetohydrodynamic Kind
An engineering professor has submitted a patent application for a circular, spinning aircraft design ... or flying saucer
OK, Maybe Joan Rivers Can Still Use It for Her Headaches …
A look at some current research that merits a raised eyebrow or a painful grin.
Another Reason to Throw a Tea Party
A look at some current research that merits a raised eyebrow or a painful grin.
Big Laugh at a Big Wheel
A look at some current research that merits a raised eyebrow or a painful grin.