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Smart toe-tapping test developed for patients with Parkinson’s

Smart toe-tapping test developed for patients with Parkinson’s

Researchers have developed a smart insole that helps detects the risk of falling for those suffering from Parkinson’s.

Zero-prototype automotive engineering accelerated with high-fidelity vehicle simulators

Zero-prototype automotive engineering accelerated with high-fidelity vehicle simulators

A new collaboration between Hexagon’s Manufacturing Intelligence Division and VI-grade – a provider of driving simulator technology – is validating the use of advanced simulation software to increase the efficiency of automotive design, and speeding up the process of bringing new vehicles to market.

Rockwell supports Royal Mint in boosting circular economy with new precious metal recovery facility

Rockwell supports Royal Mint in boosting circular economy with new precious metal recovery facility

Rockwell Automation is working with The Royal Mint on a new facility designed to  recover valuable metals from electronic products – one of the fastest-growing global waste streams.

Sensors, machine learning & drones team up to fight wildfires

Sensors, machine learning & drones team up to fight wildfires

As climate change leads to larger and more frequent wildfires, researchers are calling upon sensors, drones and machine learning both to prevent fires and lessen electric grid damage.

Arm-strengthening device to revolutionise care for children suffering from cerebral palsy

Arm-strengthening device to revolutionise care for children suffering from cerebral palsy

Over £800,000 has been granted to develop an arm-strengthening device that combines innovative soft-sensing technology and interactive games.

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