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Researchers localize laser LED hybrid headlamps for commercial vehicles
SEOUL -- South Korean researchers have localized laser light-emitting diode hybrid headlamps that can be applied to commercial vehicles and digital lights. Laser headlamps can focus light on a narrow area, reduce the size of optical systems, and enable free design. The Korea Photonics Technology Institute (KOPTI) has applied an ultra-precision optical system design to develop new headlamps which can easily recognize vehicles and people from long distances while minimizing the obs
June 13, 2022 -
Krafton releases teaser image of first hyper-realistic virtual human 'Ana'
SEOUL -- Krafton, the developer of popular online games such as "PlayerUnknown's Battlegrounds," released a teaser image of its first hyper-realistic virtual human named "Ana" that can delicately express the movement of the pupil, fine facial muscles, and wrinkles, with the entire body showing natural joint movements. Krafton has leveraged artificial intelligence and Unreal Engine's 3D-based hyper-realism technology to create a digital character barel
June 13, 2022 -
LG Chem and GS EPS consider establishing joint venture for biomass power plant
SEOUL -- LG Chem, a chemical unit of South Korea's LG Group, partnered with GS EPS, a private power generation company, to collaborate on a biomass-based eco-friendly energy project, starting the potential establishment of a joint venture for the construction of a biomass power plant by 2025 to produce industrial steam and electricity with waste woods. Biomass is a plant-based material including agricultural crop residues, algae, and industrial wastes. Wood pellets are the mo
June 13, 2022 -
Rapid fire suppression system developed to spray water to fire origins like firefighters
SEOUL -- South Korea's state research body has developed a new system that can recognize a fire in the early stages and automatically spray water to fire origins like firefighters for the quick suppression of fires in ships, marine plants, and high-rise apartments. It can compensate for the drawback of existing fire extinguishing facilities such as sprinklers that spray water to the entire place. The Korea Institute of Machinery and Materials (KIMM) said that the autonomous fir
June 13, 2022 -
Hyundai Motor works with researchers to develop perovskite solar cell for vehicle solar roof
SEOUL -- South Korea's Hyundai auto group teamed up with a university research team to develop new perovskite solar cells that can efficiently charge vehicles when they are under the sun. The new technology will be applied to vehicle roofs containing solar panels, which are a relatively new phenomenon that promises to use renewable energy to add some charge to car batteries. A perovskite solar cell includes a perovskite structured compound as the light-harvesting active layer. P
June 10, 2022 -
Actor Yoo Ah-in recreated into virtual human for online apparel retail company
SEOUL -- Yoo Ah-in, an actor who gained popularity for playing various adolescent characters, was recreated into a virtual human to promote fashion brands and events through collaboration with Musinsa, a major online apparel retail giant in South Korea. The 35-year-old is known for his stylish fashion sense that has captivated fans. He has showcased his unique, casual style through collaboration with casual fashion brands. In October 2020, Yoo was selected as Musinsa's brand am
June 10, 2022 -
Former Olympic figure skating champion Kim selected to promote Hanbok's beauty
SEOUL -- Former Olympic figure skating champion Kim Yuna will take on a new job to promote the beauty of Hanbok, the traditional Korean attire, in a state project led by the Korea Craft & Design Foundation, a public organization that promotes Korea's craft and design culture. The 31-year-old will plans hanbok products and engage in promotion and marketing with 10 hanbok companies to be selected through an open bid, according to the Korean Ministry of Sports, Culture and To
June 10, 2022 -
Daewoo shipyard leads joint development of onboard carbon capture and storage system for LNG carriers
SEOUL -- Daewoo Shipbuilding & Marine Engineering, a major shipbuilder in South Korea, will lead the development of a ship-based carbon capture and storage system for use by natural gas carriers to be delivered to its Greek client, Gaslog, in 2024. The system treats exhaust gases emitted from the internal combustion engine of ships Daewoo Shipbuilding & Marine Engineering (DSME) said it signed a tripartite cooperation agreement with GasLog, an LNG shipping services company i
June 10, 2022 -
Roller coaster restaurant provides unique dining experience at Lotte amusement park
SEOUL -- An exotic restaurant that delivers requested food straight from the kitchen to the table with slim roller coaster tracks has appeared at an amusement park in South Korea's southern port city of Busan. A smart store solution was introduced, along with new technologies, to maximize customer convenience and increase operational efficiency. The three-floor roller coaster restaurant was put into commercial service at the amusement park run by Lotte World Adventure Busan.
June 10, 2022 -
State project launched to develop real-time underwater disaster monitoring technology
SEOUL -- South Korea's science ministry will develop a technology to monitor underwater disasters such as submarine earthquakes and tsunamis in real-time and overcome the limitations of seismological observatories on land that cannot accurately identify the exact location, epicenter and scale of underwater earthquakes. The Ministry of Science and ICT launched a pilot project to establish a surveillance network that can monitor underwater earthquakes, tsunamis and slope collapse
June 9, 2022
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Vietnamese schools adopt AI-based Korean learning platform
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VISUALS: Premier electric vehicle fair underway in Seoul
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HYBE takes legal action against NewJeans agency CEO amid management control feud
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Korea reports world's first demonstration of integrated operation of urban air mobility systems
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SNU professor to spearhead Korea's inaugural space agency
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HD Hyundai establishes new headquarters for marine energy businesses
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Video streaming services in Korea sharply raise subscription fees
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Korea launches first nanosatellite in New Zealand
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Pinkfong creates Baby Shark-themed musicals to captivate global fans
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LG Electronics, Kakao Mobility collaborate on delivery robot service