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The setup enables individual blades of grass to react to the wind in a realistic manner. Illustrator and Art Director Kacper Szwajka, known for creating complex projects using Unity and Houdini, has unveiled an amazing new simulation.

Goodyear has unveiled its reCharge Concept tires that are self-regenerating and self-charging with artificial intelligence features. The tires can change its treads according to the climate and terrain. Goodyear claims its concept tires keep in line with the trending needs of electric and sustainable mobility. Visit Business Insider's homepage for more stories.

Assembling the wing from thousands of tiny identical pieces could make aircraft lighter and more energy efficient. How it works: The wing is made from an open, lightweight lattice framework that is covered with a thin layer of polymer material. It looks like thousands of matchstick-type struts welded together in small triangle shapes.