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Microrings could nix wires for communications in homesMicrorings could nix wires for communications in homes

Purdue Univ. researchers have developed a miniature device capable of converting ultrafast laser pulses into bursts of radio-frequency signals, a step toward making wires obsolete for communications in the homes and offices of the future.

Robot dives into danger to retrieve 3-D images

Robot dives into danger to retrieve 3-D images

Built by university students in Missouri, the tractor-tread-equipped robot relies on an infrared camera and LIDAR technology to relay photographs of tight interior spaces like buildings or caves. Suitable for hunting terrorists or structural damage, the robots weighs about 200 pounds and costs $25,000. Future versions will likely get lighter and smaller.

Artificial foot recycles energy

Artificial foot recycles energy

An artificial foot that recycles energy otherwise wasted in between steps could make it easier for amputees to walk, its developers say.

Microsoft hit with $106M fine in patent dispute

Microsoft Corp. has been hit with a nearly $106 million fine for violating two patents held by a communications company.The verdict came today after a weeklong trial in U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Texas.Lawyers for VirnetX Holding, which is based in Scotts Valley, say the...

FBI: No evidence Mexico hit men targeted Americans

Confused hit men may have gone to the wrong party, the FBI said Tuesday as it cast doubt on fears that the slaying of three people with ties to the U.S. consulate shows that Mexican drug cartels have launched an offensive against U.S. government employees.Gunmen chased two white SUVs from the...

Emdeon health care payment co to buy consultancy

Emdeon Inc., a health care payment technology provider, announced Tuesday that it plans to buy the consulting firm Healthcare Technology Management Services for $11 million.Emdeon, based in Nashville, also reported Tuesday that its fourth-quarter profit rose but was dragged down by higher...

IPad subscriptions could boost mag circulation

Magazine publishers may have a new way to boost flagging circulation: the iPad.The Audit Bureau of Circulations said Tuesday that it has changed its definition of a digital magazine to accommodate the new class of tablet-style devices.The new rules allow publishers to count paid digital...

Apple v. HTC: A Step Along the Path of Addressing IP Rights in Smartphones

Posted by Horacio Gutierrez Corporate Vice President and Deputy General Counsel Horacio Gutierrez, Corporate Vice President and Deputy General Counsel One of the first things I do every morning once I’ve grabbed my cup of coffee is review what is new...(

Hack-proof your personal info this tax season

TAX HACKERS: Whether you're filing your tax return electronically, downloading forms or e-mailing your accountant, identity thieves are ready to pounce on any social security numbers, addresses and bank account numbers you may unknowingly divulge.While tax preparation software such as Intuit Inc.'s...

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National Broadband Plan: An Effort for the Ages

Posted by Fred Humphries Managing Director, U.S. Government Affairs There has been a strong push by the U.S. Federal Communications Commission over the past nine months to understand the nation’s broadband needs and to develop recommendations that facilitate...(

Open Data for the Open Web

Posted by  Douglas Purdy Software Architect Today at MIX10 , Microsoft’s conference for Web developers and designers in Las Vegas, I stood on stage to outline the importance of Web APIs and our commitment to open data for the open Web .  We...(

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Call for collaboration

Call for collaboration

The world of R&D is full of collaboration. R&D Magazine has seen this directly through some of the winners of the R&D 100 awards in the past. However, not only is collaboration important to the world of R&D, but it is essentially important to all aspects of life. For the Army, it is not different.

Disaster apps bring hope

Disaster apps bring hope

Connectedness is not a luxury—it’s a tool for survival because it stimulates response. Haitians and their loved ones see the direct benefits in efforts by Google to provide up-to-minute news on the whereabouts of individuals. And, more indirectly, the rapid giving model is accelerating philanthropy in ravaged lands.

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Daytime running light has just two LEDs

The new OSTAR Compact LED from OSRAM has been developed specifically for use in vehicle headlights. Despite drawing just 5 W, the device provides 300 lumens of power and meets ECE/SAE color binning requirements for use on motor vehicles.

Millipore introduces first lab water information management software

Millipore has recently introduced Millitrack, a web graphical user interface software tool for Millipore water purification system users. The new software enables long-term electronic archiving of water quality records, as well as remote access to a water purification system for real-time remote monitoring.

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Airflow in subways could spread contaminants

As part of a Homeland Security study on the spread of airborne contaminants released in subway systems, Berkeley Lab researchers are measuring the flow of gas throughout tunnels and cars. Subways created significant airflow as they move through tunnels, which could raise risk in the event of a terrorist attack or spill.

USB I-O module for PC-based automation

Dajac Inc. announced its newest PC-based automation control module the Expert I/O 1000. The input/output control module is suited for numerous automation needs.

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