[ad_1] It’s not certain what prompted the FAA’s stern talking-to on the subject, but it’s no secret that Americans have been arming drones with guns, flamethrowers and other implements for years, whether it’s out of curiosity or a less-than-innocent purpose. If you want proof, you just have to see that one viral video of someone […]
Category: Safety
New wristband could predict aggressive outbursts in people with autism
[ad_1] Matthew Goodwin, a Northeastern University behavioral scientist, created the wearable. While the initial tests show promise, Goodwin and his team of researchers only observed 20 children with autism over a period of 87 hours. They tracked each aggressive episode and corresponding physiological changes and then fed that data into their model. Next, Goodwin hopes […]
Tesla in Moscow crashes into tow truck while on Autopilot
[ad_1] Another Tesla crash might serve as a reminder that Autopilot isn’t flawless. Driver Alexi Tretyakov reported that his EV (said to be a Model 3) crashed into a parked tow truck on Moscow’s Ring Road while Autopilot was active. The owner said the August 10th incident occurred while he was driving at the speed […]
Boeing may use two computers to fix 737 Max’s latest flaw
[ad_1] The scoops also indicate just what the June flaw apparently entails. Reportedly, a microprocessor in the 737 Max wasn’t sufficiently protected against the consequences of random bit flips (a 0 changing to a 1, for instance). While this would be extremely unlikely — it’d be the result of cosmic rays hitting the chip — […]
Lyft acknowledges its response to sexual harassment has fallen short
[ad_1] “We are always exploring ways to improve the experience for all users, and this includes how we monitor and respond to allegations of misconduct to ensure that our users are supported,” a Lyft spokeswoman told The Washington Post. The spokeswoman reportedly admitted that, at times, the company’s response has fallen short. Several women shared […]
Google is bringing a one-tap SOS button to some Android phones
[ad_1] When you make an emergency call, the feature will let you tap “Medical,” “Fire” or “Police.” It will then send an automated voice message to the appropriate emergency service provider. It will gather your location using your phone’s GPS and plus code. It won’t require a data connection, and it will allow you to […]
Instagram will notify you before it disables your account
[ad_1] While that could mean more accounts get disabled, Instagram will notify users if they’re at risk of being cut off. Users will be able to appeal content deleted for violations including nudity and pornography, bullying and harassment, hate speech, drug sales and counter-terrorism policies. And while users have long been able to appeal disabled […]
European regulators demand changes to 737 Max autopilot
[ad_1] EASA wasn’t initially ready to comment. The FAA didn’t comment on its European counterpart’s work, but did say it was continuing to “work closely” with other civil aviation authorities to ensure the 737 Max is safe to fly. The additional concern could lead to a significant delay for any fixes. Bloomberg had already heard […]
Lexus makes camera and radar safety features standard for 2020 cars
[ad_1] Pre-collision alerts and braking may be the most practical — they can slow or even stop the car to avoid crashes, including with pedestrians. You’ll also find a lane departure warning system to prevent you from drifting across the road. “Intelligent” high beams automatically switch to low beams when they detect oncoming lights, while […]
Toyota will add automatic engine shut off and auto-park to all new vehicles
[ad_1] While these may seem like simple safety updates, they are important. Drivers have left their cars on in their garages because they don’t realize the ignition is on, and an auto-park feature may have saved Star Trek actor Anton Yelchin, who was killed in a “rollaway” accident. While Toyota already has visual and audible […]