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Robots get smooth moves
Life, James Hein, Published on 25/03/2026
» The subject of the week is robots. The amount of news on these keeps growing and growing. South Korea is first up here with their KAIST Humanoid. In the field test, the robot was shown running across a soccer pitch, jumping, taking shots on goal, and even doing dance moves akin to the Michael Jackson moonwalk. Many robot demonstrations still look a bit stiff but these moves were quite smooth. The robot can run at about 12kph on flat ground with the next goal at 14kph. It can climb a ladder with 40cm steps and the knees can generate 320 Newton metres of peak torque so it can push heavier objects. The current model is based on the lower human half but the goal is for a full humanoid form that can work with people in industrial environments.
Refined comfort
Life, Kingsley Wijayasinha, Published on 16/01/2023
» Lexus, the luxury division of Toyota, launched the new RX 450h+ plug-in hybrid at the recently-concluded Thailand International Motor Expo.
Triumph 1200 gets safety, ride comfort upgrades
Life, Jedd Sreshthaputra, Published on 24/10/2022
» Triumph has introduced the latest Tiger 1200, featuring a new generation of T-plane triple engines, a practical shaft drive set-up and exceptional long-distance comfort.
Giving the voiceless a voice
Life, Suwitcha Chaiyong, Published on 23/02/2022
» Artist Kawita Vatanajyankur uses her entire body, especially feet, arms, hands and mouth, as a machine to weave red yarn into a piece of fabric that resembles a spider web. Kawita's spider web can be seen in the video Knit, which is part of the Performing Textiles Series.
Merging ethics and fashion
Life, Published on 30/04/2021
» To mark its 20th anniversary, Stella McCartney continues its collaboration with Bolt Threads to merge deep science and luxury designs in the latest collection of eco-friendly garments fashioned out of Mylo mycelium leather to show the potential of the next-generation material.
Pokémon take it to the street
Life, Published on 12/03/2021
» Looking back at Pokémon's origins, Levi's celebrates the silver anniversary of the Japanese pop culture icon with a playful collection featuring Ash, Misty, Pikachu and friends.
Coronavirus disease mimics an old one
Life, Gina Kolata, New York Times, Published on 07/07/2020
» NEW YORK: At the beginning of the pandemic, the coronavirus looked to be another respiratory illness. But the virus has turned out to affect not just the lungs, but the kidneys, the heart and the circulatory system -- even, somehow, our senses of smell and taste.
Living well
Life, Pattarawadee Saengmanee, Published on 02/03/2020
» Paying tribute to the late King Bhumibol Adulyadej, the Royal Project Gastronomy Festival has returned to Siam Paragon and continues until March 8, showcasing a wide selection of top-quality culinary products like mixed salad vegetables, cape gooseberries and French bresse chicken, rich in vitamin C, calcium, protein and antioxidants.
With great power...
Life, Melalin Mahavongtrakul, Published on 05/04/2019
» These days, it feels as if a new superhero film comes out every other week. To stand out, each new entry has to offer something fresh for viewers. Enter DC Comics' latest effort Shazam!, which slips into cinemas ahead of the much-hyped return of the Marvel Cinematic Universe later this month.
The Pride of Phayao
Life, Pongpet Mekloy, Published on 28/03/2019
» First-time visitors to the northern province of Phayao should be sure to check out the provincial town and, in particular, the famous namesake lake on which it stands. For repeat visitors, however, I suggest exploring the northeastern part of the province, which is made up of Chiang Kham, Phu Sang and Pong districts. Unless, you have plenty of time to spend , don't bother going back to the lake.