Technology is the sum of techniques, skills, methods, and processes used in the production of goods or services or in the accomplishment of objectives, such as scientific investigation. Technology can be the knowledge of techniques, processes, and the like, or it can be embedded in machines to allow for operation without detailed knowledge of their workings. Systems applying technology by taking an input, changing it according to the system’s use, and then producing an outcome are referred to as technology systems or technological systems.
A robotics company hoping to free industrial robots from their cages has teamed up with Siemens to simulate and validate the way industrial automation is deployed on the line. It’s another step toward what could be the next major revolution in industrial automation. Some context: Big robots have traditionally been kept behind cages and well … Read more
This luxury utility vehicle is so quiet, refined and potent you may not believe it’s a plug-in hybrid. Source link
We put a bunch of French press coffee makers to the test to find out which is best. Brian Bennett/CNET For some, French press coffee is the ultimate style. When done well, it’s rich, strong and darkly delicious. It also rivals cold brew‘s concentration, yet packs the full flavors of hot brewed joe. But choosing … Read more
LG Electronics has posted operating profit of 493 billion won and revenue of 12.8 trillion won in the second quarter of 2020, the company said in its earning guidance on Tuesday. It is a decline of 24.4% and 18%, respectively, from the same quarter of the previous year. Compared to the first quarter, it is … Read more
With the federal government in May admitting its bungled robo-debt scheme incorrectly issued 470,000 debts to those in receipt of welfare, Services Australia has been gearing up to refund around AU$721 million to Australians. But it isn’t as easy as pressing a refund button, Minister for Government Services Stuart Robert said on Tuesday. “The government is … Read more
TikTok has confirmed it will be exiting the Hong Kong market, following China’s enforcement of its new national security laws in the country. “In light of recent events, we’ve decided to stop operations of the TikTok app in Hong Kong,” a TikTok spokesperson told ZDNet The law, which came into effect last week, criminalises “secession, subversion, … Read more
Should we expect a new payment if Congress passes a second stimulus package this summer? James Martin/CNET For the most up-to-date news and information about the coronavirus pandemic, visit the WHO website. Will there be a second stimulus check? Over the last couple of weeks, Congressional leaders and White House advisers have subtly but significantly … Read more
Using the RBA’s API gateway, government agencies can improve their own payment functions. Source link
Mike Trout of the Los Angeles Angels bats during a spring training game against the San Diego Padres on February 27, 2020. Photo by Masterpress/Getty Images After the coronavirus postponed the start of the baseball season, and shut down nearly everything else, baseball is finally set to return with a 60 game season mandated by … Read more
Image: Queensland government The Queensland government has developed an interactive web-based mapping tool to help local councils understand the risk, costs, and repeat damage of infrastructure ahead of the next natural disaster. Developed by Queensland Reconstruction Authority (QRA), the Repeat Events and Dollars Index (REDI) uses data represented on a heat map to identify, calculate, … Read more