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Robot With Knives Used In Robotics Injury Study
By admin on May 6, 2010 | Comments Off
An anonymous reader writes “IEEE Spectrum reports that German researchers, seeking to find out what would happen if a robot handling a sharp tool accidentally struck a human, set out to perform a series of cutting, stabbing, and puncturing tests. They used a robotic manipulator arm, fitted with various sharp tools (kitchen knife, scalpel, screwdriver) and performed striking tests at a block of silicone, a pig leg, and at one point, even the arm of (more…)
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ESPN sets viewership record with three-day NFL draftBy admin on April 28, 2010 | Comments Off
ESPN broadcast of the NFL draft has drawn the most viewers ever.
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Want to win the lottery? You’re better off with blackjackBy admin on April 13, 2010 | Comments Off
In these hard times, gambling and lottery revenues are up, with people putting their faith and a little bit of money toward these get-rich-quick schemes. While WalletPop in no way endorses gambling or playing the lottery, we were curious to find out what are the odds when putting some cash toward making money fast.
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Kobe Bryant Signs Three-Year Max Extension with the LakersBy admin on April 4, 2010 | Comments Off
The Lakers have announced that Kobe Bryant has signed a three-year max extension to remain with the team through the 2013-14 season. The deal will reportedly net him roughly $90 million over those three years.
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Officer Took Pics with Ben Roethlisberger Before ComplaintBy admin on March 13, 2010 | Comments Off
The man with Roethlisberger is Sgt. Jerry Blash, who was tasked with initially investigating the sexual assault complaint against the Steelers QB. Does this in any way hurt the investigation’s credibility?
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Portal is updated with new ending; teasing Portal 2?By admin on March 7, 2010 | Comments Off
Take a look at the new ending below, but remember it’s spoilerific if you haven’t completed the game yet.
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High-Speed Video Free With High-Def PhotographyBy admin on February 17, 2010 | Comments Off
bugzappy notes a development out of the University of Oxford, where scientists have developed a technology capable of capturing a high-resolution still image alongside very high-speed video. The researchers started out trying to capture images of biological processes, such as the behavior of heart tissue under various circumstances. They combined off-the-shelf technologies found in standard cameras and digital movie projectors. What’s new is that (more…)
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John Daly Tells the Golf Channel He Is ‘Done’ With GolfBy admin on February 3, 2010 | Comments Off
Did Big John just retire??? What the hell: Asked, “So, is this it,” Daly answered, “pretty much.”
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Hamilton happy with new McLarenBy admin on February 2, 2010 | Comments Off
Lewis Hamilton declares himself happy after his first test in McLaren’s new car despite lagging behind Felipe Massa’s Ferrari.
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Boost a Weak 3G Modem Signal, With a SaucepanBy admin on December 31, 2009 | Comments Off
modeca writes “Using only commonly available kitchen equipment this guy demonstrates the amazing powers of an ordinary metal pan to boost the 3G reception of his USB modem. It really seems to work, check the right hand side of the graph in the video.” It’s not that crazy: cheap antenna boosting (for USB WiFi dongles, Bluetooth, and more) has been elevated to a fine art in New Zealand.
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