AGCO?s executives think the new version of Google Glass helps tamp down suspicions that they are replacing workers with robots that does their job better. They say they're helping them do their job better. For tasks they have mastered, workers don?t need to look at the Glass screen. But they can wake it at any time to see where a part must go, and even zoom into an object on the display for more detail. Glass tells them, for example, what kind of bolt is needed?a wrong-sized bolt could seriously damage a motor?and specifies which wrench to use and how much torque is required. https://www.wired.com/story/google-glass-2-is-here/

Beijing Normal University recently installed two facial recognition devices at the entrance way to a dormitory. Students?need to either swipe their?student ID?card, key in their ID number, or say their name. The camera will then scan their faces for a match against records and open the door for registered residents. https://www.washingtonpost.com/news/innovations/wp/2017/05/18/your-face-can-get-you-more-than-just-toilet-paper-in-china/?

French startup Stanley Robotics is building robots that pick up your car at the entrance of a parking lot and park it for you. The robot can stack up to five cars in a single line, which increases parking lot efficiency by up to 50%. It also saves you frustration in finding a car space! https://techcrunch.com/2017/05/23/stanley-robotics-is-building-robots-that-can-park-your-car-for-you/

Most tyres will need to be replaced about every five years, however a new 3D printed tyre from Michelin may one day outlast your vehicle. While traditional rubber tyres gradually lose their tread as a result of friction, the prototype uses 3D printers to replenish this tread as needed. A series of sensors built into the tyre monitor the tread wear and provide information about performance and maintenance. This information is relayed to you via an app, and you can then order 3D printed tread replacements. https://www.digitaltrends.com/cool-tech/3d-printed-tire-michelin-concept/

Duo is a computer with a reflective display. It becomes noticeable only when you need it. It?s voice-activated and fully touch enabled. It has a large 27" full 1080p display with 5-point multi-touch across the whole screen. You can control any app with your voice by talking to Albert, the AI assistant that lives inside Duo. You can personalize Albert from its name, gender, accent, and even sarcasm level. https://duo.computer/

Mineral Carbonation International, an Australian company, is capturing carbon emissions and storing them in building materials, aiming to have a full-scale production plant by 2020. The carbonates and silica by-products of their process have the potential to be used in building products such as concrete and plasterboard to create green construction materials. https://www.theguardian.com/environment/2017/aug/25/green-building-materials-carbon-capture-technology-ready-by-2020-says-manufacturer?