Innovative ‘e-Taste’ Device Elevates Virtual Reality With Flavour

by News Editor

March 4, 2025

Imagine a world where discussing your colleague’s lunch isn’t just about pictures; it’s about experiencing the taste virtually! The e-Taste device, a groundbreaking invention by scientists aiming to revolutionize how we share taste in digital realms.

An Immersive Leap In Technology

This technological marvel could soon enhance virtual and augmented reality experiences, opening doors to unique applications such as gaming, online shopping, and immersive education. Despite its promise, there are still challenges to overcome, particularly in replicating the sensations of spiciness and fattiness.

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The Science Behind e-Taste

The e-Taste device operates with two main components: an electronic tongue that captures the taste data of food and drinks, and a delivery system that mimics these tastes in your mouth. It processes five primary taste sensations using edible chemicals: sweetness, sourness, saltiness, bitterness, and umami.

Potential Applications And Current Limitations

Applications for the e-Taste are vast, from virtual food adventures to aiding sensory testing and physical rehabilitation. However, the need for further development means some taste sensations still elude the device’s capabilities.

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Greek Tankers Transit Hormuz As Shipping Risks Rise In Gulf And Black Sea

by THEFUTURE.TEAM

March 16, 2026

Two tankers linked to George Prokopiou passed through the Strait of Hormuz as regional tensions continue to affect shipping routes in the Gulf.

Safe Passage Through Hormuz

The tanker Smyrni, operated by Dynacom Tankers Management, was observed off the coast of Mumbai on Saturday morning after its earlier positioning in the Persian Gulf. The vessel, like its predecessor Shenlong, temporarily disabled its transponder during transit, a common practice in these narrow channels under uncertain conditions.

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Robust Market Commitments

Despite reduced shipping traffic through the strait, Dynacom has continued expanding its fleet. The company recently ordered four additional VLCC tankers from Hengli Heavy Industry. Each vessel will have a capacity of 300,000 deadweight tonnes. With the new order, Dynacom’s VLCC program in Chinese shipyards now totals 16 vessels.

Security Incident In The Black Sea

In a separate incident, the Greek-flagged tanker Maran Homer sustained minor damage near Novorossiysk in the Black Sea. The vessel is operated by Maran Tankers Management, part of the shipping group controlled by Maria Angelicoussis.

Reports indicated the ship was struck by a missile or drone about 14 nautical miles from the port. The crew of 24, including Greek, Filipino and Romanian sailors, was not injured. The vessel, which was not carrying cargo, continued sailing under its own power.

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