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Watch the world through different animals' eyes in this stunning high-tech footage
Cameras recorded footage in red, blue, green and UV channels simultaneously, with openly available software processing the raw footage and converting it into different kinds of "animal vision," showing us how bees, birds, mice and dogs might see the world.
New DragonFire laser weapon can shoot drones out of the sky, UK says
The DragonFire laser can shoot down drones and costs less than $13 a shot, the UK government claims.
Scientists uncover the secret to building Star Wars-style laser weapons — but don't worry, we won't have a Death Star anytime soon
Today's infrared lasers are only powerful enough to disable aerial targets, but scientists now have the keys to building high-powered laser weaponry that can 'melt' distant targets.
Bluetooth: Who invented it and how does it work?
Reference Bluetooth was inspired by a Nordic king and harnesses the power of radio. How has this wireless connectivity reshaped our electronic ecosystems.
Infrared cameras: Invention and uses
Reference The science behind infrared cameras and how they "see" heat.
Jaws of Life: Invention, tools and uses
Reference The Jaws of Life are the favoured hydraulic tool for safely removing car crash victims. The equipment can cut car frames apart and lift crushing weights from passengers.
Bionic eyes: How tech is replacing lost vision
Reference Like something from a science fiction movie, bionic eyes are artificial eyes which can enhance and even replace lost vision. The tech is still in its infancy, but the potential is huge.
Who invented the bicycle?
Reference The bicycle has a complicated past fraught with controversy and misinformation.
