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https://asia.nikkei.com/Business/Startups/New-chip-for-robots-conveys-sense-of-touch-to-human-operators?utm_campaign=GL_asia_daily&utm_medium=email&utm_source=NA_newsletter&utm_content=article_link&del_type=1&pub_date=20220629123000&seq_num=20&si=44594 New chip for robots conveys 'sense of touch' to human operators Japanese startup partners with Tata to bring system to industries worldwide Extensive feedback from real haptics technology allows users to remotely handle delicate items, like potato chips, without damaging them. AYA ONISHI, Nikkei staff writerJune 29, 2022 07:54 JST TOKYO -- A Japanese startup is taking a major step toward commercializing real haptics technology that can replicate the exact feel and texture of objects, opening up new remote opportunities in health care, construction, manufacturing and other fields. Motion Lib, launched out of Japan's Keio University, will enter a partnership with Tata Consultancy Services as early as this month to develop an advanced haptics feedback system that can be used in a variety of industries. They aim to launch the system globally as early as 2024. TCS will also work on cloud infrastructure to store data of different tasks and movements that the system can carry out. TCS has a market capitalization of around 12 trillion rupees ($153 billion), more than IBM, operating in 46 countries and working with over 2,000 startups. It partners with over 500 researchers worldwide, including at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology, and has the connections to introduce new technology to major corporations. Conventional haptics systems cannot replicate small differences in resistance, making handling delicate items a challenge. Real haptics technology, first put into practical use by Keio University project professor Kohei Onishi, can simulate minute tactile sensations, allowing users to pick up balloons and potato chips via a robotic arm without damaging them, or figure out how hard they can squeeze a cake before crushing it, for example. Onishi was also involved in the founding of Motion Lib. The startup has developed a proprietary chip which, when inserted into robots and other machines, can remotely transmit detailed tactile sensations back to the user. The technology relies on an algorithm to quantify firmness, resistance and other factors, and can track the user's movements down to a ten-thousandth of a second. It is expected to be used in a range of applications, from allowing doctors to "feel" patient organs during remote surgery, to having robots recreate techniques used by skilled craftspeople. Motion Lib is already testing the technology with companies and research institutions at home. It is working on plastering walls remotely with general contractor Obayashi. It also developed a PCR testing robot with Yokohama National University and other partners, allowing medical professionals to collect samples remotely without hurting their subjects. Real haptics could open up further remote opportunities in fields that traditionally have required a physical presence, including health care, construction, maintenance and agriculture. The proprietary chip designed by Motion Lib adds an extra layer of security, preventing the technology from being used for unintended purposes. (Photo by Aya Onishi) The technology could also be used to store specialized skills as tactile data, so they can be recreated remotely and passed on to future generations. "We are looking to commercialize the technology globally within two to three years in partnership with Tata Group," Motion Lib CEO Takahiro Mizoguchi said. For example, Japan is a leader in endoscopies and real haptics could bring that know-how to developing countries, where the expertise is not readily available. "Japan has stringent regulations for things like medical equipment, and the government currently has no framework for approving tactile devices," Onishi said. "It could take seven to eight years before we can commercialize the technology here," he added, explaining the push into overseas markets. Motion Lib and TCS aim to create the Internet of Actions, a digital databank that stores key skills from different industries as tactile data. They aim to eventually be able to download that data onto robots, so they can perform the tasks without a human operator. The global market for industrial robots is expected to double from 2021 to 2028 to over $165 billion, according to Statista. Real haptics could also augment users' strength, opening up new job opportunities for people with disabilities as well. But they could potentially be used for military applications as well. Motion Lib's system is designed so remote feedback and controls can only be activated on robots and machines with its proprietary chip. "We'll be able to protect the technology by keeping control over the chips," Onishi said.

Former RWS casino dealer stole chips worth at least S$77,000, bought branded goods Sources: https://www.todayonline.com/singapore/former-rws-casino-dealer-stole-chips-worth-least-s77000-bought-branded-goods SINGAPORE — A former dealer at the Resorts World Sentosa (RWS) casino took at least S$77,000 worth of S$1,000 cash chips, asked a friend to help him cash some of them out, and used the money to buy luxury goods for himself and his girlfriend. His spending spree included a Breitling watch worth almost S$6,000, a pair of Balenciaga shoes and a pouch, and S$400 Chanel earrings. He also bought an Apple iPad mini and an iPhone. On Thursday (June 20), Ding Zhipeng, a Chinese national, was sentenced to nine months and six weeks’ jail and fined S$12,000. The 28-year-old pleaded guilty in the State Courts to one charge of criminal breach of trust, one charge under the Casino Control Act and one charge under the Corruption, Drug Trafficking and Other Serious Crimes (Confiscation of Benefits) Act. Thirteen similar charges were taken into consideration for sentencing. The court heard that Ding had been employed at RWS since July 2017, and looked after casino cash chips kept in the float — that is, trays where the chips were kept — of his assigned gaming tables. He began stealing casino cash chips from the float sometime in May or June 2018, when there were no patrons at his gaming table. His offences were finally discovered on Nov 12, 2018, when a surveillance operator spotted Ding taking S$1,000 cash chips from the float. The operator then called the police. Officers seized 72 chips and S$3,000 in cash from Ding’s rental room when they searched it later that evening. He surrendered another two chips that he had kept inside his pants when he was arrested. Deputy Public Prosecutor Tay Jia En noted that Ding had misappropriated a large amount over an extended period of time. He showed premeditation by stealing the chips when his supervisor was not looking, the prosecutor added, and he used a friend to cash out the chips as he would attract suspicion by doing it himself. In mitigation, Ding’s lawyer John Koh told the court that his client was stressed and “resorted to improper channels to make extra money”, while working long hours to make money for his family back in China. Most of the money was eventually recovered as well, Mr Koh added.

This morning while at Plaza Singapura with my family, we saw a queue line at level 6 along the Yamaha shops while the rest of PS was still quite empty. Curious, we went up to see what these people were queuing for... and it was for Irvins Salted Egg potato chips and fish skin! So how do you find their products? Super delicious and definitely worth the hype, or overrated and overpriced? Official website: https://irvinsaltedegg.com/

http://www.channelnewsasia.com/news/singapore/chicken-rice-laksa-flavoured-potato-chips-to-launch-in-singapore-9421862?cid=FBcna SINGAPORE: Two new flavours of potato chips - Hainanese Chicken Rice and Singapore Laksa - will soon be available in Singapore. Local brand F.EAST will launch the new flavours, which are inspired by "two of Singapore’s most beloved dishes", next Monday (Nov 27), it said in a news release. Customers can sample and purchase the chips at F.EAST's Christmas Fair booth located at Raffles Place. They are also available for purchase online at www.redmart.com. The potato chips retail for S$3 per pack. It will also be available in a four for S$10 promotion until Dec 1. F.EAST added that it hopes to introduce more flavours from across Asia in the future. Read more at http://www.channelnewsasia.com/news/singapore/chicken-rice-laksa-flavoured-potato-chips-to-launch-in-singapore-9421862

gt this in my email..... The Most Dangerous Potato Chips to Eat Public knowledge of the serious dangers found in potato chips may finally be surfacing. The California-based Environmental Law Foundation (ELF) has filed notices with the state's attorney general against potato chip manufacturers:

any advice on where to go for film protection from stone chips? At least the front end of my car

Anyone knows where to get good poker chips? Jon

as above i mean irritated

Sun, Mar 21, 2010 AFP LONDON, UK (AFP) - Whether wrapped in newspaper and eaten with greasy fingers or served on white china with silver cutlery, fish and chips has come a long way since it began 150 years ago. But the traditional British dish, celebrating a landmark anniversary this year, still boasts pride of place in British culture. The dish has survived the arrival of McDonalds and the trend for healthy and organic food, and there are now about 10,500 "chippies" across Britain serving up between 250 million and 350 million portions each year. What began as a cheap working-class meal became a national favourite and is now a culinary classic served at some of Britain's top restaurants. Tucked away in London's west end district, a seat at J Sheekey is one of the most sought-after in the capital, with celebrity diners including Jude Law, Kate Moss and the cream of British acting talent from the nearby theatres. White linen tableclothes and dark wood panelling mark it out as a refined establishment, but there, on the menu, is fish and chips. "It's one of our top sellers," said head chef Richard Kirkwood, with about 150 to 200 portions sold in the restaurant each week. "For me, there's something quite special about putting your knife into a light, crispy batter and then into the soft part of the fish and eating it together," he told AFP. "You've got the crunchy, you've got the soft, you've got the sweet peas, the crispy chips. It's a great meal." For 17.50 pounds (26 dollars, 19 euros), you'd expect something special, and the chefs here pride themselves on using fresh, sustainably caught haddock, deep fried in a light beer batter and served with chips and minted mushy peas. The dish is served with tartare sauce, malt vinegar and tomato ketchup on request, all traditional fish-and-chip condiments -- although diners here often wash it all down with champagne. It is a far cry from the humble origins of the dish, which emerged from the fried fish cooked by Jewish communities in London's East End and the chipped potatoes favoured in the factories of industrial northwest England. The National Federation of Fish Friers (NFFF) believes the first fish and chip shop was set up in 1860 -- which makes 2010 its 150th birthday -- although chippies in northern England and London still argue over where this shop was. John Walton, an academic who wrote a history of fish and chips, says that whatever its roots, the expansion of the railways in this period and the advent of steam-powered fishing trawlers meant the dish soon spread across Britain. By the first world war, the industry had positioned fish and chips as a patriotic dish, and in the 1930s Harry Ramsden became the first to sell it to richer clients in his Yorkshire restaurant that grew into a national chain. These days, the food is loved by Britons and tourists alike. In a 2008 poll, fish and chips was voted above the queen as the thing Britons best love about Britain, while lawmakers celebrated its birthday this year with a motion proclaiming it as "at the heart of British culture". Meanwhile, Rock and Sole Plaice, which claims to be the oldest chippie in London, is on the capital's tourist trail and serves up to 2,000 portions a day, largely to foreigners -- including Bill and Hillary Clinton. Fish and chips has also gone abroad. According to Tim Hughes, chef director of Caprice Holdings which owns J Sheekey and other celebrity haunts including The Ivy, it is a favourite in their restaurants in New York and Dubai. "In upper Manhattan in New York they watch their weight like mad, but they love fish and chips, they can't get enough of it," he said. The health question is a problem. Although initially seen as a good source of protein for poor workers, these days anything deep fried goes against the trend for healthy, organic food. However, NFFF president Douglas Roxburgh insists that providing it is cooked well, it is healthier than other fast foods. "Two a week, one a week, as part of a healthy balanced diet, it's very good for you," he said. And many would agree. On the beachfront in Brighton on England's south coast, diners brave a chilly wind to eat their cod and haddock and chips outside one of the town's best-loved chippies, Jaws Fish Bar. Although the traditional way of wrapping the food in newspaper fell foul of European Union regulations years ago, Jaws keeps it simple, serving it up in a polystyrene bowl with a plastic fork for the bargain price of 4.90 pounds. "It's just so easy to eat, it's so fresh, so hot and tasty. It's wonderful, you can't beat it," said customer Ian Neary.

My car got quite a number of stone chips at the front even though never go in JB. Can see the "white" already inside.Tried touch up paint but result not ideal.Dun want go to extent of respray. Anyone can advise if there is a remedy for the problem???

when i went to my car today, i saw a mud rock my windscreen and roof. i guees some idiot must have throw it at my car. now the windscreen has some small chip, any solutions?

Noticed a few tiny paint chips on my bonnet, revealing a white background behind the paint... can it be repaired (other than respray or touch-up paint) in anyway?

Hi all, Am relatively new to this forum....just wanna ask u guys if there are any protection for those chips caused by road stones or what ever they will chip off your paint on the low end of your car like the front lip and side skirts?? went to malacca recently, come back the front lip got a lot of small chips off the paint...black lip become like got small poka dots...any remedy besides re spray??thinking if got a big sticker stick all across the front lip....

Some links to repairing paint chips. http://www.autoeducation.com/carcare/paintchips.htm http://www.autoswalk.com/howtoproprep.html http://platz.com/.../blatt/Blatt%207.htm http://www.autopia-carcare.com/rechsc.html