1.2K views · 32 reactions | “We wanted to build something that would work almost every time, which is not only good engineering practice for the scenario, but also gave us a good shot at the competition,” said Kynan Wright, team member of the 2019 Warman Design and Build Competition winner from the University of Auckland. Read the full story: https://bddy.me/2ofwxs2 #robotics #innovation #mechatronics #frontier | Engineers Australia | Facebook

Mayday Monday marks its 50th episode with a closeup look into a harrowing gas explosion incident in Loudoun County, Virginia. Fairfax County (VA) Battalion Chief Matt Burns, who directed crews from Loudoun County (VA) Rescue 635 and Fairfax County Rescue 493 along with other responding units, shares his frontline experience responding to this catastrophic event. Burns details the challenges of hazardous conditions, communication breakdowns, and rapid decision-making under pressure. The discussio

In Germany, cities like Ulm are deploying solar-powered sleeping capsules known as Ulmer Nests to provide emergency shelter for homeless individuals during freezing winter nights. These futuristic pods offer a life-saving alternative for those who cannot or will not access traditional shelters due to reasons such as mental health challenges, fear of crime, or the desire to stay with their pets. The capsules are constructed from durable wood and steel, featuring high-performance thermal insulatio