Category: Future technology

Laser‑Powered “Lightsaber” Antenna Paves Way for Reconfigurable Radio Links

A breakthrough antenna that turns a laser‑generated plasma column into a tunable radio‑wave transmitter was unveiled on Oct. 9, 2026. Unlike traditional metal antennas, this device can reshape its length and direction instantly by adjusting the laser, offering a highly…

Continue reading Laser‑Powered “Lightsaber” Antenna Paves Way for Reconfigurable Radio Links

MIT’s New Lidar Chip Promises Wider, Clearer Vision for Autonomous Vehicles

A recent breakthrough from MIT engineers has produced a chip‑based lidar system that dramatically widens the field of view for self‑driving cars. Instead of relying on rotating parts, the new design employs differently shaped antennas that can be…

Continue reading MIT’s New Lidar Chip Promises Wider, Clearer Vision for Autonomous Vehicles