For the first time, graphene, the world's second toughest material, was used to develop functional organic light-emitting diode (OLED) electrodes. An OLED produces brighter light and uses less energy than existing LCD and LED technologies.
Ford has revealed its 2018 Mustang a year ahead, and it appears to be a redesigned version of the pony car from 2015. Ford explained that the Mustang is the top sports car in the United States and worldwide. This time, the company is aiming to attract young and diverse customers.
Amazon has been awarded a new patent for a technology network that would allow driverless cars and trucks to navigate lanes best suitable for their needs.
The CEO of Airbus Group Tom Enders recently announced that the company is planning to start testing its self-piloting flying cars by the end of the year 2017. The company also plans to make the aircraft ready for short trips by the year 2021.
In the near future, wearable sensors could play a vital role in our health as researchers are developing body sensors that can detect symptoms when a person is about to get sick.
The US Army plans to use biodegradable bullets on future missions. The military intends to curb the environmental hazard that bullet shells can cause.
Amazon is reportedly seeking the permission of the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) to run a secret wireless communication system tests. The tests will reportedly be conducted in rural Washington area. The technology is likely to involve fixed base station as well as mobile devices.
DARPA, the US military's experimental technology arm, has developed a self-driving cardboard drone to transport medical supplies including vaccines to remote areas. The disposable drone can fly twice the distance of any fixed-range aircraft. With no motor on board, it carries a small computer and sensors to adjust the aircraft's control and determine its landing position.
The Pentagon successfully tested a swarm of 103 Perdix micro-drones at China Lake, California, in October last year, according to the US Department of Defense.
British luxury car maker Jaguar has unveiled the latest version of its F-Type sports car. The new line of Jaguar F-Type sports cars are expected to hit showrooms within the first quarter of this year.
