Full-text search Fulltext search 123 Resultate Black holes in wooden boards are supposed to dampen sound Black holes in the universe are so dense that not even light can escape. Empa researchers have now developed black holes for wooden boards that are not supposed to swallow everything, but at least sound. Researchers develop trunk robot Inspired by elephant trunks, researchers at EPFL have developed a new robot. Because the trunk robot is made of soft, pliable material, it is safe for interaction with humans. Researchers unveil energy storage concept using a sand cable car Researchers have come up with the vision of a pumped storage power plant of a special kind. Their idea involves a type of cable car that can be used to transport sand or gravel up mountains in order to generate electricity when required by transporting it down the mountain again. ETH researchers produce fuel from sunlight and air Researchers at the Swiss Federal Institute of Technology in Zurich (ETH) have achieved a world première: They have developed a technology that produces carbon-neutral fuels using only sunlight and air. The solar refinery is already operating under real-life conditions. High melanin yield from the honey fungus Melanin is more valuable than gold. Researchers at Empa recently succeeded in extracting large quantities of the pigment from the honey fungus. One of the intended applications of this versatile substance is to restore antique wind instruments. Completely paralysed patient can communicate again With the help of electrodes implanted in the brain, a paralysed ALS patient has regained a simple form of communication ability. A computer decodes letters from his brain signals. Green electricity takes liquid form: pilot plant for e-fuel up and running Wind and solar electricity can now be turned into climate-neutral fuels: E-fuels have the potential to play an important role in combating climate change. Scientists in Karlsruhe, Germany, are laying a technological foundation. The Tree Counter Thomas Crowther believes that data is key to combating climate change. The British ecologist found out that there are many more trees on earth than scientists previously believed. But still, 3 trillion are not enough. The potential for reforestation is enormous, says the renowned expert. At the Crowther Lab in Zurich, he is developing nature-based solutions to restore the global ecosystem. Smart plasters monitor wounds Smart bandages with embedded electronics and medicines are designed to help chronic wounds heal better.
