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Smart bike GPS connection
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Smart bike GPS connection

The Vanhawks launches the Valor smart bike, connects to the smartphone application, and features technologies such as GPS on the steering wheel.

December 11, 2018
Japanese computer-aided testing
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Japanese computer-aided testing

A tiny personal computer can be worn on the ear and controlled by a blink of an eye or a tongue clamp is being tested in Japan.

December 11, 2018
Disaster warning by satellite positioning
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Disaster warning by satellite positioning

By developing the technology of the current GPS (Global Positioning System), US scientists have developed an early warning system that will provide accurate information…

December 11, 2018
GPS projection screen for cars
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GPS projection screen for cars

GPS manufacturer Garmin of the US has just released a car navigation screen, in an effort to regain market share that is losing hands to the lines.

December 11, 2018
Turn people into bats
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Turn people into bats

With the new echo-locating technology, people can now possess the different abilities of bats, opening up a breathtaking prospect from this application.

December 11, 2018
Self-positioning chips
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Self-positioning chips

US experts have introduced a new line of chips capable of locating themselves without the aid of complex satellite systems.

December 11, 2018
BikeSpike helps users find lost cars
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BikeSpike helps users find lost cars

To help bicyclists or motorcyclists protect their property and find them if they are unfortunately stolen, a team of US engineers has created a GPS-based vehicle mounted…

December 11, 2018
Google patents GPS and weather data
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Google patents GPS and weather data

According to Engadget, a new patent is filed by Google with the US Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO), where it wants to use GPS and weather data to improve image quali…

December 11, 2018
Clock against rape
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Clock against rape

The New Delhi government said it was studying a type of watch equipped with GPS and camera as a new weapon that could help repel rape of Indian society.

December 11, 2018
Positioning systems find new military targets
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Positioning systems find new military targets

UK-based BAE Systems has successfully built a new navigation system that can help military equipment detect any electronic signals emitted in the air to detect target lo…

December 11, 2018
US: unmanned aerial vehicles won control
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US: unmanned aerial vehicles won control

US scientists have gained control of a drones flying in the air, hacking its GPS navigation system. BBC reported on June 29 that a team of scientists at the University o…

December 11, 2018
GPS shoe for memory loss
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GPS shoe for memory loss

Global positioning (GPS) technology can now help older people suffering from Alzheimer's and their caregivers through the introduction of the Smart Shoe.

December 11, 2018