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deepfake audio

Deepfake Audio Detection Method Spots Fake Voices

Christopher Plain·
Engineers have developed a deepfake audio detection method designed to sniff out increasingly realistic audio deepfakes. Unlike the more commonly known video deepfakes which can reproduce the look and voice of an actual person, audio deepfakes use advanced AI software...
scarefish

Step Aside Scarecrows, Here Come the ‘Scarefish’

Christopher Plain·
Australian researchers have designed a robot “scarefish” that mimics the natural predator of invasive Mosquito fish species, successfully scaring them off. Plus, the research team behind the robotic fish says, its newest invention not only chased away the intended target...
handheld railgun

First Handheld Railgun Matches 22 Rifle’s Power

Christopher Plain·
The world’s first commercially available handheld railgun is now available for preorder. And according to the company selling the first of its kind portable electric cannon, the muzzle velocity and projectile power is comparable to many 22 caliber rifles. BACKGROUND:...
adaptive camouflage octopus

Octopus Inspired Adaptive Camouflage Driven by Light

Christopher Plain·
Researchers have developed an adaptive camouflage inspired by the natural hiding ability of cephalopods, which includes squids and octopi.  And, the researchers behind the achievement note, their system requires no external sensors, stimuli or power systems, but functions using only...
NEW PROPULSION SYSTEM

New Propulsion System Flies in Space

Christopher Plain·
A new propulsion system that uses electric power and iodine to create thrust has been successfully tested in space, marking a first for such systems.  Having proven that low cost, Iodine-based systems are a viable alternative to the expensive xenon-based...