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One of the largest public research institute in Japan conducting comprehensive industrial R&D
The National Institute of Advanced Industrial Science and Technology (AIST) is one of Japan’s largest public research institutes
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Management of national measurement standards
If such units as the kilogram (kg) and the meter (m) varied within a nation, we would experience confusion in daily shopping and industrial production.
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Aiming at the realization of working humanoid robots
A humanoid robot is a robot that is shaped like a human being. Therefore, humanoid robots can work in environments designed for humans and there is no need to prepare a special working space for the robots.
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Advanced 3-D vision system "VVV"
Robots need "eyes" to look around and observe objects carefully and three-dimensionally to work with people.
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The robot therapy opens up new possibilities
When people are sick or injured, they feel emotional pain and discomfort along with their physical symptoms.
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A teaching material for the future robot engineers
"HRP-2m Choromet" was developed for research and educational purposes.
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Advanced robot teaching material which can be connected to various software programs
Choromet 2 is the successor of Choromet that was developed and commercialized for the educational purpose to foster future robot engineers.
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Robot technology for entertainment
This Tyrannosaurus, developed by AIST, is a bipedal dinosaur robot that roars and walks on two feet as if it were alive.
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Evaluation of visual comfort of a colored environment with numerical values
In our everyday life, we are surrounded by objects of many different colors.
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Integration of precise speech analysis and phonetic knowledge
AIST in collaboration with a corporation has developed a computer system that automatically analyzes the pronunciation of English words spoken into a microphone, and provides advice on improving pronunciation.
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Storing data in 100 DVDs on one optical disk
Current optical disks such as CDs and DVDs record information in pits or "point" representing 1s and 0s, and then reproduce the pit information.
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Automatic and real-time detection of unusual motions
Cameras are installed in an increasing number of places to provide secure and safe environments.
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Making it harmless by focusing light from halogen lamps
Asbestos had been used industrially until recently because of its heat-resistant and soundproofing properties.
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Make energy-saving transportation, bicycles, more efficient
A bicycle is more fun and can take you much farther than walking.
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It is possible to feel like being together with "HyperMirror"
The videophone is an extremely convenient system, but it does not make us feel as if we are with the other party.
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Arterial stiffness determination technique making use of blood pressure measurement principle
Increased arterial stiffness is associated with a risk for cardiovascular disease such as stroke and heart failure.
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Higher usability of energy-saving lightweight metallic materials
Various metallic materials are used to make countless industrial products, which are seen in our daily lives. Generally, materials are selected to best fit respective products.
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Supporting independent life of people with motor disabilities through BMI technology
Some people may develop difficulty in speaking or writing when their motor functions deteriorate considerably due to diseases such as amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS)
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Contribution by 3D printing technology
Endoscopic surgery is becoming more common as it requires a smaller incision and is less invasive than conventional surgery.
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The assistive technology application of the electrostatic capacity coupling type sensor
The myoelectric signal is electric manifestation of muscular activity and its application includes analysis of muscle activities, rehabilitation as well as human-machine interface.
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Towards higher performance and cost reduction of photovoltaic cells
Photovoltaic cells directly convert light energy to electric power using semiconductors.
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Thermoelectric power generation module using ceramics
This wonder plate generates electricity by using the temperature difference between the palm of your hand and the underside of the plate.
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Screening from solar radiant heat sharply reduces cooling load
In warm regions, electric energy consumption peaks due to air-conditioner demand during summertime.
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Introduction of a surfactant into water for air-conditioning
A lot of water is circulated as a heat medium for cooling and warming large buildings.
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Possible application for in vivo observation of organic nanotubes within an organism
We developed a new nanotube (organic nanotube AISTTM) with excellent dispersibility in water and the ability to include nanometer-sized materials such as proteins and nucleic acids.
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Luminescent light reveals invisible mechanical force
Humans cannot see force applied to objects so far. AIST has developed elasticoluminescent materials which convert energy of applied force into visible light directly.
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A modular, transforming and mobile robot
This modular robot is made up of a combination of basic units (modules) arranged in a certain structure.
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Cure yourself with your own cells
Human marrow contains a small number of cells called mesenchymal stem cells (MSC) that can differentiate into various types of cells.
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Artificial hearts assist patients' return to social activities
The primary cause of death in Japan is cancer, followed by heart disease and stroke(Ministry of Health, Labor and Welfare survey, 1999).
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Environment- and worker-friendly manufacturing
"What is better way to make small parts than with a small machine?" That is the concept behind microfactories.
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A display for touch confirmation and touch operation!
This equipment computes and processes the order you give it if you touch the appropriate place on its screen with your finger or palm, and it responds with a embossed pin pattern.
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In forcus for all points on a solid object
When a camera is focused, only the objects within a certain range are in focus. Everything else is blurry.
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3-D contents created using “uCORE” technology
uCORE has made it possible to realize a high definition 3D image that enfolds the audience in the image and makes them feel as if they were in the scene.
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Technology for safe control of explosions
There is a danger of explosion in many aspects of our life. AIST has been conducting research to contribute to a safe life through the development of technology for controlling such a hazardous phenomenon.
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SiC semiconductor to realize high-efficiency energy systems
Power converter utilizing high-performance power devices comprise an important technology that supports various social infrastructures.
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Innovation brought by a new dream material
The carbon nanotubes, discovered by a Japanese scientist, is attracting global interest as a new dream material.
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A palm-sized chemical plant
Efficient chemical reaction processes will lead to the efficient use of resources and energy conservation.
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A printer for micrometer-scale microfabrication
The practical implementation of nanotechnology requires precise three-dimensional arrangement of functional materials.
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Giving a sense of safety to people who enjoy glass work as a hobby
The tightening of regulations regarding the use of lead in response to worldwide environmental consideration has prompted the need to shift from easily processible lead glass to lead-free glass for hobbies including glass beads.
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Drug materials in production using transgenic plants
We have developed a closed-type transgenic plant factory system and are conducting demonstrative studies in which transgenic plants are being cultivated under a completely artificial climate to produce drug materials.
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Excellent adhesion to plastics and fibers
Electroless plating is a chemical deposition method for creating metal coatings on the surface of insulating materials such as plastics and fibers.
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An environment-friendly heat-resistant film 'Claist'
"Claist" is a clay-based film that is soft and excellent as a gas barrier. Its gas barriering performance does not degrade even at 600℃.
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A photocatalytic solar reactor for low-concentration VOC elimination
Volatile organic compounds (VOCs) are the main cause of photochemical smog. In Japan, more than one million tons of VOCs are emitted every year into the atmosphere, most of them come from small business sources without purification measures.
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Expanded efforts to develop international standards
While AIST conducts research and development in Metrology and Measurement Science, one of its six research fields, it also implements projects related to standardization.
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