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New Method Cuts Building Energy Consumption by Up to 36.57%
(Tehran Ana)- The translation preserves the figures and claims reported in the Persian source. Before publication, it would be advisable to verify the authors’ official English names, the journal’s current impact factor, and the precise definition of the reported 61,257-kilogram annual CO₂ reduction against the original paper.
Nano-Enhanced Silicone Coatings Aim to Reduce Electrical Arcing and Power Outages
(Tehran Ana)- Iranian researchers have localized the production of hydrophobic silicone coatings known as room-temperature-vulcanizing (RTV) coatings, designed to reduce pollution-related leakage currents and electrical discharges on power line insulators.
China Develops Humanoid Robot Designed to Act as a Bodyguard
(Tehran Ana)- Chinese robotics company Unitree Robotics has unveiled a humanoid robot designed to perform bodyguard duties, including confronting attackers and rescuing people from dangerous situations.
Chinese Scientists Develop a Robotic Arm with Human-Like Tactile Sensing
(Tehran Ana)- Chinese scientists have developed a robotic arm with human-like tactile capabilities, enabling it to detect and interpret touch across its arm and forearm, respond to physical interactions in real time, and adaptively manipulate objects.
Study Reveals How AI Can Subtly Influence Human Decisions
(Tehran Ana)- Artificial intelligence can influence human decisions in subtle, often undetectable ways, even when its recommendations lead users to make choices that are less beneficial to them, according to a study by Chinese researchers.
AI predicts cancer patients’ survival chances from facial photographs
(Tehran Ana)- A new study suggests that artificial intelligence (AI) can estimate biological age and predict survival in cancer patients using ordinary facial photographs. The approach could eventually provide additional information to support clinical assessments.
Anthropic warns of self-replicating AI threat
(Tehran Ana)- Anthropic warns that self-replicating AI systems could emerge within months, potentially spreading across everyday internet-connected devices and creating new cybersecurity risks.
AI system prescribes acne treatment based on photographs
A healthcare startup has launched an AI-powered application in Utah that can prescribe acne treatment for adults based on photographs, with physician oversight being phased out gradually.
Iran expands GPS network using Khayyam satellite data
(Tehran Ana)- Iran is combining Khayyam satellite imagery with GPS and gravimetry data to update spatial maps and monitor land subsidence, with 24 new GPS stations planned.
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