Tag: University of Edinburgh
Scientists create Trimbot, a gardening robot
Scientists have created Trimbot, a gardening robot that can prune roses and trim bushes, making light work of gardening chores. The green-fingered robot uses mapping technology to find its way around the garden and performs horticultural tasks with its advanced cutting tools. Developers fitted five pairs of cameras and a flexible robotic arm to an automated…
Smartphone sensor used to detect poisonous levels of arsenic in water
A sensor that connects to a smartphone could help prevent millions of people from drinking water contaminated by arsenic. Developed by researchers at the University of Edinburgh, the biosensor uses bacteria to detect unsafe arsenic levels in water. It uses visual cues to warn of the presence of high levels of the metal in water,…
Single wave energy device could power 100 homes, experts claim
A new cut-price wave energy device that could help power homes and businesses is being developed by experts at a Scottish university. Researchers from the University of Edinburgh have been working with institutions in Italy to come up with the renewable energy system. They say their design is cheaper than more conventional alternatives, is made…
