New research is casting doubt on the old adage, “All you need to run is a pair of shoes.”
European researchers in robotics, psychology and cognitive sciences have developed a robot that can predict the intentions of its human partner. This ability to anticipate (or question) actions could make human-robot interactions more natural.
Continue reading… “Predictive Powers: A Robot That Reads Your Intention?”
Imagine you are a police detective trying to identify a suspect wearing a trench coat, baggy pants and a baseball cap pulled low. Or imagine you are a fashion industry executive who wants to market virtual clothing that customers of all shapes and sizes can try online before they purchase.
Continue reading… “Calculate Body Shape Under Clothing”
The Atomic D2 Vario Cut is like two skis in one: It’s straight and narrow for zooming downhill but expands to be wider at the tip and tail when you turn — creating a curved ski that, like a sharply turned car wheel, carves through a tight arc.
Continue reading… “Skiing Double”