Scotland isn't all just kilts, bagpipes, haggis and whisky -- Scottish technology achievements have become the envy of many countries, and the country's scientists and researchers
Some of the Scottish technology projects that have received more attention have to do with sustainability. These eco-friendly ventures tend to get a lot of praise and attention simply because while they may have been developed in Scotland, their utility means they can be of use in lots of other countries and world regions.
Projects in other realms of science and engineering have also been well-received due to their cutting-edge nature, with some of the projects testing technology and systems that are downright futuristic and could have fascinating implications in the years to come.
11 Scottish Technology Triumphs
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Real Life Pandora Landscapes
Jim Richardson's Photography Inspires Films like Avatar
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Robot-Staffed Hospitals
A Scottish Hospital is Using Robotic Nurses for Mundane Tasks
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Speedy Split Typers
The KALQ Keyboard is an Efficient Redesign for Accelerated Alphabetic Input
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Revolutionary Water Roads
Falkirk Wheel Bridges Gap From Edinburgh to Glasgow
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Magnificently Magnetic Fluids
Fraser Ross’s Magnetic Fluid May Sculpt a New Era for Art
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Air-Powered Batteries
'STAIR' Technology Ushers in a New Era in Alternative Energy
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Underwater Wave Farms
Tidal Energy Turns Ocean Waves Into A Power Source
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Tactile Tune Transmitters
Music Echo Transfers the Beats from Your Player to Vibrating Beads
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Motorized Senior Shoes
The Re-Step is Designed to Teach Seniors to Walk Again
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Bright Scottish Camera Straps
The Meredith Wendell x SFK Camera Straps Collection is Vivacious
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Clean Coal Demo Projects
Scottishpower Receives Funding for CSS Plant
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Travel-Ready Wind Turbines
The Aurea Technologies 'Shine 2.0' Wind Turbine Generator
Accessibility-Focused Self-Driving Technology
Rick Hansen Foundation Partners with A&K Robotics
Honeycomb-Shaped Wind Turbines
This Bladeless Wind Turbine Design is Easy to Implement Anywhere
Smart Aid Kits
Smart Aid Kit Uses Artificial Intelligence to Support Health
AI-Generated Interior Detailing
Tsuruta Architects Accents This House with AI-Generated Engravings
Personalized GenAI Packaging
The Johnnie Walker x Scott Naismith Experience Combines AI and Art
Self-Installing Exoskeletons
KAIST Develops Self-Installing Exoskeleton for Wheelchair Users
Scotch Sipping Jackets
Aberfeldy Created a Jacket to Enhance the Sensory Experience of Scotch
900-Mile Electric Vehicles
Toyota Claims its Solid-State Batteries Will Reach 900 Miles per Charge
Versatile Hydrogen Battery Systems
These Toyota Hydrogen Cartridges Would Work for Cars and More
AI-Fuelled Robot Gold Trolleys
Futurewave and Botronics Design the iXi Robot Trolley
AI-Designed Whiskey Bottles
No Two Bottles from the Label 5 City Lights Edition are Alike
Nature-Inspired Solar Panel Trees
New World Wind Develops the Aeroleaf Hybrid Technology
Retro-Inspired Electric Vehicle Concepts
The Makkina Triumph TR25 is Inspired by the Jabbeke TR2
Emerging Technology Publications
New Society Has Launched Its Inaugural Book About Technology
Eco Storytelling Workwear Campaigns
Patagonia's We Can Get There From Here Tells is Inspiring
Sustainable Electric Bike Concepts
Przemysław Wolnicki Designed the Concept E-THUNDER Bike
Sustainable Airport Terminal Designs
This Lush Green Terminal is Powered By Renewable Energy
Eco-Friendly Stratospheric Aircrafts
Sceye HAPS is Helium-Filled and Suited for a Range of Tasks
State-of-the-Art Innovation Centers
Trane Technologies focuses on Sustainable Heating and Cooling
Tourist Destination Predictions
BonusFinder Canada Used Technology to Predict the Future
Medical Aesthetic Skincare
SkinBetter Science Shares Cutting-Edge Proprietary Tech
Resurrected Used Smartphones
Think Tank Team Makes Artifacts with Project Afterlife
Anti-Hair Loss Helmets
Olivia Humphreys Develops the Athena Helmet with Scalp Cooling Elements
Tourism-Ready Autonomous Aircrafts
Ehang Holdings Limited Delivers Batch of EH216-S eVTOL
AI-Powered Recycling Systems
The Conceptual 'Binko' Recycling Machine Automates Sorting
Solar-Powered Charging Robots
The Conceptual Solar Mars Bot Provides Power to Charge Up Solutions
Immersive Scotch Whisky Journeys
The Macallan Celebrated 200 Years with a Multisensory Experience
Next-Gen Smartphone Batteries
The Honor Silicon-Carbon Battery Has Increased Power Density
Environment-First Tourism Festivals
Paradise City Festival in Belgium Won Sustainability Awards
Autonomous Vehicle Kits
This Kit Teaches Kids How AI is Changing Transportation Dynamics
Healthcare Assistant Robots
Enchanted Tools' Miroki and Miroka Were Presented at CES 2024
AI-Powered Waste Sorters
Glacier's AI Robots Tackle Cut Waste and Emissions With Automated Sorting
AI-Powered Kitchen Solutions
TKC Kitchens Transforms Design Process with Intelligent Technology
Retailer Sustainability Milestones
Staples Canada is Exceeding Sustainability Goals Ahead of 2025
Metallic Whisky Bottle Cases
Philippe Starck Designs the L'Evolution Collection with Mortlach
Music Festival Bright Pavilions
Re:Right Design Created the Hayes Pavilion for Glastonbury
Energy-Efficient Office Buildings
This Czech Office Complex is Outfitted With Eco-Friendly Designs
Nostalgic Scottish Beer Collections
Vault City Launches the New Irn-Bru-Inspired Beer Lineup
Charity Health-Tech Apps
Helpster Charity Connects Sectors to provide Essential Healthcare
Wind-Powered Cargo Ships
Mitsubishi Corporation Retrofits Pyxis Ocean for Sustainability Purposes
Eco-Conscious Scotch Packaging
This New Laphroaig Packaging Cuts Emissions by 30%
Accessible Space Travel Systems
This Space Elevator Concept by Jordan William Hughes is Wondrous
In-House Generative AI Technology
Samsung Presents its New Gauss Technology to Several Features
Technology News Summaries
TechTok Helps Readers Stay On Top of News in Five Minutes
Beauty Tech Initiatives
L’Oréal Brings Big Bang Beauty Teach Innovation Program to Northern Asia
Sleek Robotic Wheelchair Designs
The KIMM Designs a New Self-Controlled Liberating Wheelchair
Per Plant Farming Solutions
The Small Robot Company is Transforming Agriculture with Edge AI
Low-Cost Battery Alternatives
MIT Scientists Develop Efficient Energy Storage System
Cutting-Edge Hydrogen Technology
FortisBC & VulcanX Energy Corp. Partner to Advance Hydrogen Tech
Luxe Car-Inspired Bottle Designs
The Macallan and Bentley Motors Creates the Macallan Horizon
Circular Packaging Facilities
Again Launched 'CleanCell' and 'Tag' for the Circular Economy
Zero-Emission Mobile Repair Trucks
Labatt Breweries of Canada Enhances Its Delivery Fleet
Highland Building-Converted Studios
Moxon Architects Renovates a Cluster of Farm Buildings
Sustainable QSR Litter Adverts
McDonald's Malta Presents New Captivating Eco-Centric Campaigns
Tire-Crafted Solar Stills
The Floating Solar Still is an Eco-Friendly Way to Purify Water
Nature-Inspired Tech Booths
SUMSEI is Said to Unveil a Distinctive Booth at CES 2024
Heritage-Inspired Sophisticated Whisky Packaging
The Glendronach Distiller Highlights Its Elegance
Hyper-Efficient Thermal Batteries
These Carbon Batteries Can Store & Transmit Clean Energy
Bendable Battery Designs
Anthro Energy's Flexible Battery Was Showcased at the Beacon Exhibition
Zero-Emissions Aircraft
This Battery-Electric Aircraft Aims to Revolutionize Air Travel
Origami-Inspired Solar Panels
Sego Innovations Develops a New Foldable and Portable Solar Panel
Greenery-Packed Museum Buildings
This Science Museum is Designed Around a Central Park
AI-Generated Elizabethan Experiences
The Museum of Shakespeare Will Recreate 16th Century England
Car-Backed Luxury Whiskies
Bowmore Islay Launches a New Whisky Collection with Aston Martin
Futuristic Vibrant London Apartments
2LG Studio Designs a Vibrant Apartment in East London
AI-Enhanced Bespoke Vacuums
Samsung Presents a New Tech-Informed Jet AI Vacuum Design
Microplastic Particle-Transformed Designs
The Tyre Collective Creates Products from Particles
Sustainable Energy Product Lines
Wolseley Group Launches the Renewables by Wolseley Line
Playful Eco-Friendly Tech Accessories
The Samsung Eco-Friends Collection Has 55 Products
Battery Recycling Solutions
Gisele Azimi Experiments with Captured Carbon Dioxide
Battery-Ready E-Boilers
The BOLT Electric Boiler is Revolutionizing Home Heating and Hot Water
Sustainable Battery Recycling
Call2Recycle Canada Partners with BWH Hotels for New Project
UK-Based Esports Programs
British Esports and Sunderland College Debut an Educational Partnership
Twist-and-Mix Cocktails
Glenlivet Twist & Mix Cocktails Feature First-to-Market Technology
DIY Robotics Toys
The WindBots from Thames & Kosmos are Intricate Learning Toys
Clean Energy Battery Companies
Greenworks Group Has Been Featured in The Human Component
Levitating Firefighting Robots
This Prototype Robot Can Blast Water From a Safe Distance
Scar Tissue-Evading Implants
This Medical Implant Alters Drug Delivery to Curb Scar Tissue Impact
STEM Education-Focused Initiatives
DXC Technology Fosters Innovation and Inclusivity in the Sector
Transformer Robots-Powered STEAM Education
Wefaa Robotics Recently Secured Seed Funding
Biological Recycling Parkas
Stella McCartney & Protein Evolution Create Designs with AI & Biology
Updated Tech-Brand Store Locations
The New Apple Store is at Battersea Power Station
Fictional Spy-Inspired Suitvases
Globe-Trotter Presents the James Bond Carry-On Trolley Case
Innovative Circular Recycling Technology
SK Chemicals Has Gained European Recognition
Battery Rental Services
Swobbee Launches an Online Marketplace for Rental Batteries
Olympics-Themed Tech Accessories
These Samsung 2024 Summer Olympics Accessories are Creative
Sustainable Future Contests
The Samsung Solve for Tomorrow Contest Empowers Young Minds
Vehicle-to-Grid Technology Partnerships
Toyota and Pepco Join Forces on a New Project
Asian Retail Automation Technologies
Ikea South Korea is Using Automation for Online Ordering
AI Smart Factories
Ericsson, AWS & Hitachi Unveil the New AI-Powered Smart Factories
Women Leader-Honouring Initiatives
The Balvenie Recognizes Women Leaders in the Whisky Industry
UAE-Based Smart Taxis
UAE Residents Will Be Able to Call AI Smart Taxis Thanks to Hyundai
Scotland-Themed Spa Treatments
Lush's Full-Body Hot Stone Massage Features Highlands Spring Water
Drone-Enabled Parsnip Cultivation
M&S Invests in Drone Technology for its Parsnip Farming Projects
Law-Firm Office Interior Designs
Kin Designs the Office Interior for Law Firm Dentons
Jacquard Textile Design Exhibitions
Kutsaa Saksi Unveils In The Borderlands in Helsinki
Chance to win £10,000
Meet the Cornish upcycler inspiring people
LED-Wrapped Airport Renovations
Prague's Airport is Getting a Sustainable and High-Tech Update
Growth-Stimulating Electronic Soils
This 'eSoil' Could Help Plants Achieve Faster Growth
Electronic Waste-Built Racing Cars
Lazerian and Envision Racing Design the Recover-E Series
Modular Laboratory Automation Technology
Scalables is Introducing a New Modular Technology
Wearable Rugby Reports
England’s Red Roses' Apparel Draws Attention to the Gender Gap in Sports
Flame-Resistant Firefighting Drones
These Drones Can Fly Into Fires to Scout Impacted Structures
Vocational Education Advocacy Campaigns
Kagiso Trust and Sasol Foundation Launch a New Initiative
AI-Empowered Vehicle Designs
Toyota Research Institute Plays Around with Generative AI
Nature-Centric Tech Summits
Huawei Joins with the International Union for Conservation of Nature
Eclipse-Capturing Smartphone Apps
Students at WKU Develop the Sunsketcher App Backed by NASA
Cutting-Edge Portable X-Ray Devices
Epworth Hospital Has Introduced the Trident Imaging System
Authentic Scottish Delis
The Shoap is London's First-Ever Scottish Deli
Intricate Glass Whisky Sculptures
Zaha Hadid Architects Designs the Luminary No.2 Rare Sculpture
Holiday-Ready Whisky Cocktails
Grant's Whisky Introduces Tailored Cocktails for the Holiday Season
Battery Disposal Programs
Call2Recycle Canada and Squamish, BC, Launch a Curbside Battery Program
Durable Energy Infrastructures
Beam Global's EV ARC™ Maintained Operation During the Hurricane
Regenerative Whisky Concepts
Tairsgeir's Name and Design Was Inspired by a Traditional Tool
Solar Cell Cycling Paths
These Dutch Cycling Paths Are Sheathed In Photovoltaic Cells
Pouch Cell Battery Designs
ENNOVI Just Launched the ENNOVI-CellConnect-Pouch
Open-Air Kenyan Holiday Homes
PAT Renovates the Falcon House with Passive Cooling Systems
Molecular Technology Whiskey Ranges
Stateless Whiskey Features Spirits Fine-Tuned in the Lab
Solar-Powered Golf Carts
LOBO EV Marks Its Third Successful Export of Golf Carts to the U.S.
Travel-Inspired Air Fresheners
Dacia Created an Air Freshener Range Inspired by Top UK Road Trips
Smart Telecom Power Solutions
Huawei Unveiled Its Latest Innovation in Bangkok, Thailand
Indian Automotive Power Expansions
Daewoo Launches its Korean Automotive Battery Line in India
AI-Powered News Reporters
The Sky News ChatGPT-Powered News Reporter Tests the Technology
Virtual STEM Fieldtrips
Panasonic, Katie Ledecky & Discovery Education Spotlight STEM Innovations
Effective Work Environment Technology
HP Inc. Unveils Advancements Within Its Workforce Solutions
Summarized Neuroscience News
Neurotech News Summarizes the Science World Without the Jargon
Dynamic Interactive Lighting Installations
Zava Designs a New Light and Metal Installation
Suitcase-Style Power Stations
The Enginuity Portable Power Station is App-Connected
Eco-Friendly Building Materials
SSAB and Firth Steels are Partnering to Create Sustainable Steel
Decarbonizing Demonstrator Aircraft
The 'EcoPulse' is Powered By High-Density Batteries
Sustainable Barley-Growing Systems
Chivas Brothers Unveils a New Sustainable Agriculture Program
Railway-Inspired Lighting Series
Novocastrian Designs the Insulator Lighting Collection
Repurposed Metropolitan Landmarks
The Great Scotland Yard Hotel is a Former Police Headquarters
AI-Led Engineering Transformations
Infosys & Telstra Enter a Strategic Multi-Year Collaboration
Scotland-Honoring Design Exhibitions
Slancha Curated the Under One Roof Exhibition in Glasglow
Sleep Technology Partnerships
Evezari is Opening a Sleep Research Center with KAIST
Weatherized Visual Wooden Homes
Denizen Works Creates the Hundred Acre Wood House in Scotland
Belize-Based Sustainable Transportation
Belize City to Launch the Eco-Friendly eRIDE Taxi Pilot
Medical Equipment-Inspired Lamps
Kairi Eguchi Designs the POND Lamp Inspired by the Pus Tray