Old wooden homes in Japan are often constructed from high-quality wood that is discarded when the homes are demolished. Some companies are looking to protect this architectural heritage, using it to build new homes and artifacts, Japanese companies have developed AI technology that promises to save time in emergency situations, relieving pressures on a healthcare system already stretched to the limit by Covid-19 and flu outbreaks and potentially saving lives.
The Brief #48 Upcycling old wood, AI medical testing
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