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  AI-based smart radar sensors installed to protect state seed vault for preserving biodiversity SEOUL -- LG Uplus has launched an AI-based smart radar service at South Korea's only seed vault, which is run by a state arboretum in a mountainous area to store seeds donated by institutions from all over the world and preserve biodiversity. Smart radar sensors were installed at the seed vault's entrance and archives to automatically detect the movement and location of intruders. A smart radar system in a toilet used by visitors can quickly recognize safety accidents. The 2022-11-04
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  Demonstration center for autonomous boast starts operation in southern port city SEOUL -- A demonstration center for autonomous vessels was placed into operation in the southern port city of Ulsan, serving as South Korea's main intellectual hub for acquiring core self-saling technologies. Thanks to the development of artificial intelligence and super-fast processor chips, the global autonomous vessel market is estimated to reach $3.9 billion by the end of 2022. The market for self-sailing ships will grow at an annual average growth rate of 9.6 percent to re 2022-11-03
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  WeMade attracts new investment from Microsoft and domestic investors SEOUL -- WeMade, an online game developer that created "The Legend of Mir," a free-to-play fantasy massively multiplayer online role-playing game, has attracted strategic investment from Microsoft and two other domestic investors, shaking off skepticism among individual investors over its aggressive push for the establishment of a digital economy platform. WeMade said it has secured a fund of 66 billion won ($46 million) from Shinhan Asset Management, Kiwoom Securities and 2022-11-03
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  Researchers develop AI voice recognition tech capable of understanding 24 languages SEOUL -- South Korean researchers have developed a conversational artificial intelligence technology that can understand up to 24 languages including Korean, English, Chinese, and Japanese. The AI can recognize voices in different languages and convert conversations into texts. The technology can be used for AI assistants, AI tutors, and other AI-based services. Voice recognition technology led by global tech companies such as Google, Microsoft, and Amazon, is widely used. Smart te 2022-11-03
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  Researchers develop mouthpiece-type LED oral cleaning device capable of alleviating gum inflammation SEOUL -- Researchers developed a mouthguard-like light-emitting diode-based oral care device to provide personalized care services depending on the oral structure. The smart care device is capable of controlling the amount of light required to remove harmful bacteria in the mouth and reduce the inflammation of gums caused by bacterial infection. It is difficult to completely remove germs just by using a toothbrush. Excessive toothbrushing can also generate side effects such as gum 2022-11-02
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  Naver Cloud builds real-time subway train monitoring platform in southern port city SEOUL -- Naver Cloud, a cloud computing service wing of South Korea's top web portal operator, commercialized a smart inspection platform for subway trains in the southern port city of Busan. The platform collects operation data and stores it in a cloud environment to predict possible malfunctions and take proper action. The condition-based maintenance (CBM) platform for the real-time monitoring of trains' operation data can communicate with drivers and make quick decisions 2022-11-02
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  Researchers find key electrochemical mechanism of carbon-based catalysts SEOUL -- Researchers have discovered the key electrochemical mechanism of carbon-based catalyst reactions, paving the way for the development of next-generation catalysts with enhanced performance and lifespan. Currently, the most popular material for catalysts is platinum. Through electrochemical oxygen reduction reactions, catalysts used in hydrogen production, secondary batteries, and fuel cells can reduce oxygen in water or hydrogen peroxide. Platinum catalysts are very expen 2022-11-02
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  Researchers develop ultra-high-resolution perovskite nanocrystal patterning technique for skin displays SEOUL -- Researchers have developed a next-generation patterning technique for the production of perovskite nanocrystal displays which are ultra-thin and high-resolution. The production involves a very simple stamping-like printing process that will make it easy to commercialize the technique. The global demand for ultra-high-resolution displays for wearable devices is steadily increasing thanks to the popularity of smartwatches and internet of things (IoT) devices that can be worn 2022-11-01
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  Researchers develop smart valve to automatically control pipeline damage SEOUL -- An artificial intelligence-based valve capable of automatically restoring the main functions of a damaged pipeline was developed to control unexpected pipe breakage that can lead to loss of lives and significant property damage. The smart valve will be used in various sectors such as naval ships and industrial sites. Pipeline systems supply gas or liquid that transfers mechanical energy and maintain the pressure levels in various equipment and facilities such as warships a 2022-11-01
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  CJ AI Center partners with state research institute to develop brainwave-controlled robotic arms SEOUL -- South Korea's food and entertainment conglomerate CJ Group has teamed up with a prominent state science institute to develop brain-inspired artificial intelligence technology that will allow machines to think in the same way a human brain does. The technology can be applied to brain wave-controlled robotic arms designed to help disabled people increase productivity and usability. Brain-inspired artificial intelligence (AI) analyzes intentions and behaviors from bio-si 2022-10-31
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  Neubility works with insurance company to provide insurance for accidents involving autonomous robots SEOUL -- To efficiently handle accidents caused by autonomous robots, Neubility, an autonomous robot startup in South Korea, partnered with a major domestic insurance company to provide a comprehensive insurance service. Compensation for personal injuries and property damage will be provided in accidents involving autonomous robots. Neubility signed an agreement with Dongbu Insurance to operate insurance services for accidents generated by indoor and outdoor self-driving robots. In 2022-10-31
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  ​Researchers localize high voltage semiconductor for pulse power generation SEOUL -- A joint team of researchers has succeeded in the localization of high-voltage semiconductor thyristors for pulse power generators. The electrical switch chip can be used for various military and heavy-duty purposes such as rail guns, warships, particle accelerators, and plasma generators. Pulse power generation uses low-voltage power sources to charge capacitors which are discharged in series to gain voltage multiplication and produce a high-voltage pulse. The generation m 2022-10-27
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  Virtual forest experience found to help restore positive emotions and reduce anxiety SEOUL -- Experiencing a virtual forest was found to create positive emotions such as happiness and alleviate negative emotions such as depression and fatigue. Such green experiences can help treat people exhausted by lonely urban life without having them visit actual forests. After analyzing 21 studies conducted at home and abroad, the state-run National Institute of Forest Science (NiFoS) concluded that experiencing forests in realistic digital content such as virtual reality (VR) 2022-10-27
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  Researchers demonstrate insect-scale soft aquabots using electrified hydrogel actuators SEOUL -- South Korean researchers have developed insect-scale soft "aquabots" by using high-performance electrified hydrogel actuators driven with low voltages that can be applied to various small environmental exploration robots and medical devices. The aquabot integrated with an onboard control unit demonstrated maneuverability with fast locomotion speed. Electroactive soft actuators operating at low voltage and power with a high degree of portability and performance ar 2022-10-27
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  WeMade shows positive outlook for game business in China despite Q3 net loss SEOUL -- WeMade, an online game developer that created "The Legend of Mir," a free-to-play fantasy massively multiplayer online role-playing game, showed a rather positive outlook for its business in China, which has delayed the process of screening applications from South Korean game companies to provide services in the world’s largest gaming market. "Since a big political event in China is over, business development there will be a little more lively than be 2022-10-26
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  Hyundai Engineering & Construction wins approval to demonstrate TV frequency-based wireless communication for underground tunnels SEOUL -- Hyundai Engineering and Construction, a major builder in South Korea, won government approval to use a new wireless solution that enables undisrupted communication from the surface to deep underground construction sites, using "TV white space," which is unused TV frequencies. The solution with extremely high transmission power will be used to secure the safety of workers. Previously, long-term evolution (LTE) repeaters were installed for communication between insi 2022-10-25
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  Lunit signs agreement with UAE's health service company to supply x-ray analysis solutions in Middle East SEOUL -- X-ray image analysis solutions created by South Korea's medical artificial intelligence company Lunit will be provided to SEHA, a health service company based in the United Arab Emirates, to verify technology. After verifying the performance, Lunit's solutions specializing in chest and mammography may be used at various hospitals in the Middle East. According to data released by market research firm Data Bridge Market Research, the medical imaging market in the Mid 2022-10-24
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  Researchers develop elephant nose-like robot capable of grasping various objects regardless of size SEOUL -- An elephant nose-like industrial robot capable of grasping almost every object regardless of its size was developed by a state research institute. The robot can hold tiny objects by closing up its nose and grasp large objects such as boxes by breathing air through the nose. Two types of grippers -- tongs and absorption -- have been separately used depending on the size of objects. While tongs types are unable to grasp if the size of the object is too large, the adsorption 2022-10-21
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  ​Researchers develop fluorosulfate-based flame-retardant for high-energy batteries SEOUL -- For the first time in the world, South Korean researchers have developed a fluorosulfate-based flame-retardant electrolyte additive for high-energy lithium batteries used in electric vehicles and energy storage systems. High-performance lithium-ion batteries are widely used in the world's electric vehicle (EV) and energy storage system (ESS) sectors. However, they also pose a grave threat to human lives and property because electrolytes used in lithium-based batter 2022-10-20
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  JLK's AI cerebral infarction analysis solution adopted by university hospital SEOUL -- JBS-01K, an artificial intelligence-based cerebral infarction analysis solution created by South Korea's medical solution company JLK, will be used at a university hospital to speed up the screening process and reduce employment costs. The solution analyzes cerebral infarction types based on magnetic resonance imaging and clinical data. Cerebral infarction is a disease in which blood vessels in the brain are blocked and parts of the brain die. One of the main causes is 2022-10-20