How Pixar's animation has evolved from 'Toy Story' to 'Toy Story 4'

From “Toy Story” through “Toy Story 4,” Pixar has revolutionized animation in its nearly three decades of existence.
IEEE

Agents4PLC: Automating Closed-Loop PLC Code Generation and Verification in Industrial Control Systems Using LLM-Based Agents

Abstract: In industrial control systems, the generation and verification of Programmable Logic Controller (PLC) code are crucial for ensuring operational efficiency and safety. While Large Language ...
IEEE

Charge-Conserving Current Correction in Particle-in-Cell Codes Using Physics-Informed Neural Networks

Abstract: In particle-in-cell (PIC) simulations, the electromagnetic model requires solving Maxwell’s curl equations while preserving charge conservation since violations of the charge continuity ...
The Next Web

Figma adds code layers to the canvas and lets users build custom AI plugins at Config 2026

Figma launched code layers, native animations, AI shader effects, custom AI skills, and prompt-built plugins at its Config 2026 conference. Figma used the opening keynote of its Config 2026 conference ...
TechCrunch

Figma adds code layers, support for animations, more AI features in new update

Figma on Wednesday showed off an update that adds a new code layer, support for motion and shaders, and the ability to create custom plug-ins for various tasks using AI. The design platform has been ...
AV Club

A surge of stop-motion animation tells off AI one frame at a time

Last month, The Book Of Life director Jorge Gutierrez announced that he was taking his latest animated project to Amazon for its inaugural AI program. Within days, Gutierrez walked back the ...

Coding made easy with a micro:bit and the MakeCode platform

Find out more about the Microsoft MakeCode platform and the micro:bit, plus how you can access free coding training and ...
AOL

Critical Role's animations take years to produce — but the cofounders say they'll never use AI

Prime Video announced in July that Critical Role would get a fifth season to round out the story of "The Legend of Vox Machina."Prime Video It's a long wait in between seasons for Critical Role's ...