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Dubai Municipality To Test Construction Materials Using AI Robots

The technology shortens testing from 4 days to 8 minutes, according to experts.

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8 months ago

August 17, 2023

Nour Nasir

dubai municipality to test construction materials using ai robots

Dubai Media Office

The Central Laboratory of Dubai Municipality is now using robots employing X-Rays and AI technology to conduct the automated chemical analysis of various construction materials, including cement.

Testing is linked to a smart laboratory platform, allowing engineers to receive inspection reports through smartphones and other mobile devices. The new system will improve the quality of the Municipality’s testing services to meet top international construction standards.

.@DMunicipality leverages AI robots to test construction materials used across #Dubai, resulting in a shortened testing period of 8 minutes, down from 4 working days, and an increased daily ratio of samples tested by 650%.https://t.co/iTzhfv9jUT pic.twitter.com/VqJ6Dp31zV

— Dubai Media Office (@DXBMediaOffice) August 16, 2023

Hind Mahmoud Ahmed, Acting Director of the Dubai Central Laboratory Department at Dubai Municipality, explained, “The robots utilize X-rays to precisely carry out chemical analysis of construction materials and cement products used, which allows for effectively meeting the requirements of the construction sector. The technology shortens the duration of the tests from 4 days to 8 minutes, with a record daily increase in the ratio of samples examined to 650 percent, compared to the previous pre-application situation”.

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As well as helping to meet stringent safety standards, cement testing also impacts sustainability. Inspection of various mixtures can quickly ascertain their lifespan, helping city planners make better choices when commissioning new buildings. What do you think of the new AI robots?

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Samsung Galaxy Ring Wearable Will Launch In Eight Sizes

A recent Korean report reveals the model numbers of the new health tracking device, as well as details of its key features.

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2 days ago

April 25, 2024

Nour Nasir

samsung galaxy ring wearable will launch in eight sizes

The global launch of the Samsung Galaxy Ring is hotly anticipated, with details about the next-gen wearable gradually emerging since the company’s teaser announcement back in January. Now, a report has also unveiled the model numbers for the device, suggesting it will be available in eight different sizes.

While Samsung has yet to divulge detailed specs and features of the Galaxy Ring, it’s likely to feature an array of health and sleep monitoring functionalities, while boasting a battery life of up to nine days on a single charge.

As per a Galaxy Club report, there are currently eight confirmed variants of the Galaxy Ring: SM-Q500, SM-Q501, SM-Q502, SM-Q505, SM-Q506, SM-Q507, SM-Q508, and SM-Q509.

However, the mystery shrouding two absent model numbers persists, leaving speculation as to whether they signify additional sizes or if Samsung plans to unveil a later ninth variant of the ring, as previously hinted. There’s conjecture that these models may correspond to US ring sizes 5 and above, commencing with the SMQ500, with subsequent numbers potentially indicating larger ring sizes, possibly reaching up to size 13, aligning with model number SM-Q509.

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Recent Korean reports have shed light on how Samsung’s Mobile eXperience division (MX) collaborated with the Home Appliance department to integrate Samsung Food with the Galaxy Ring: Tailored for daily activity tracking, the Galaxy Ring, when paired with Samsung Food and an intelligent Samsung refrigerator featuring AI vision, delivers personalized dietary guidance based on calorie intake and BMI.

Samsung is banking on the user-friendly interface and high durability of the ring to redefine the healthcare wearables landscape. Meanwhile, Apple is also making strides in the development of a smart ring, aimed at monitoring users’ health biometrics discreetly when worn on the finger. According to the Electronic Times report, Apple has been closely monitoring market interest in this more inconspicuous alternative to a traditional watch.