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Blue Origin's New Glenn rocket is poised for its first orbital launch attempt, with founder Jeff Bezos aiming to land the booster on a drone ship. The ambitious mission carries risks, but Bezos remains cautiously optimistic, emphasizing the company's extensive testing and preparation while acknowledging potential setbacks as part of the development process.
Physicists at City College of New York developed a technique to control electronic properties of magnetic Weyl semimetals using hydrogen cations. This method allows fine-tuning of Weyl nodes, potentially enabling advanced quantum...
Blue Origin's New Glenn rocket launch rescheduled to Monday due to poor sea conditions for booster landing. The 320-foot rocket's inaugural flight will carry a test spacecraft but no satellites, aiming to demonstrate reusable...
Pudu Robotics unveils D9, a 5.57-foot-tall humanoid robot capable of walking at 7.25km/h and performing various tasks. The advanced machine features intelligent navigation, versatile applications across sectors, and natural...
An AI-powered portable toilet unveiled at CES 2025 aims to revolutionize patient care with automated waste management. The innovation enhances hygiene, reduces caregiver workload, and improves dignity for patients, potentially...
LG Electronics is developing bipedal AI robots to work alongside humans, aiming to boost productivity. The company plans to use its AI agent Q9 as the foundation, with a launch expected later this year after beta testing. LG is...
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Scientists have identified the cause of a mysterious grey patch sometimes seen with the northern lights. Using advanced cameras, University of Calgary researchers found it to be a "structured continuum emission" linked to aurora...
Scientists at Princeton Plasma Physics Laboratory have simulated a potential solution to prevent runaway electron damage in fusion reactors using the Summit supercomputer. The simulations showed that Alfvén waves can scatter...
Robot use in nursing homes is increasing to address staffing challenges and an aging population. A University of Notre Dame study found robots improved employment, productivity, and care quality, with benefits for both workers...
AnAn, an AI-powered bionic panda cub by Mind with Heart Robotics, debuted at CES 2025. This advanced robot provides emotional support and assistance, especially for seniors and those seeking companionship. With lifelike reactions...
Scientists have developed a new smart window technology controlling both visible light and infrared radiation. The system combines liquid crystals, nanoporous microparticles, and patterned vanadium dioxide to manage heat and...
Chinese scientists have released Yaoguang, a free weapon design software that outperforms similar U.S. products in speed and memory usage. Developed at the University of Electronic Science and Technology of China, Yaoguang...
Researchers have discovered key indicators to assess the chemical activity and temperature of active microbubbles created through sonication. They found that hydrogen levels are more important than hydrogen peroxide for measuring...
Researchers at the University of Tokyo have created a comprehensive dataset of the entire atmosphere spanning nearly 20 years. The JAWARA dataset covers multiple atmospheric layers from ground level to the edge of space,...
A thallium-lead alloy single-atom layer can restrict spin-polarized current to one direction when irradiated at room temperature, defying conventional understanding of light absorption in ultra-thin materials. This discovery...
A new device developed at Kyushu University efficiently converts complex sugars into simple sugars using a microwave-heated catalyst and continuous-flow process. The system breaks down cellobiose into glucose, potentially...
Swippitt, a toaster-sized device unveiled at CES 2025, allows users to instantly swap dead phone batteries with fully charged ones. The system uses specialized "Link" cases for iPhones and Samsung Galaxy phones, offering 50-90%...
China is incorporating humanoid robots and AI into elderly care services to address its rapidly aging population. By 2035, the country aims to provide all seniors with basic care services, utilizing advanced technologies like...
A new transparent device can harvest energy from both radio waves and sunlight, potentially powering various wireless devices. The technology combines a rectifying metasurface system with a solar cell, achieving 19.64% efficiency...
Hadronization, the process of quarks and gluons forming protons and neutrons, remains unexplained in physics. Experiments at particle colliders like RHIC and CERN are observing this phenomenon to gather data. Researchers are...
D Dot Autonomy, a Taiwanese company, presented AI-powered border patrol drones at CES 2025. Their fixed-wing drone reaches 100 mph and carries 11 pounds of payload. The drones operate autonomously 24/7, using AI to detect...
K Watercraft unveiled an unmanned boat that converts water into fuel using solar-powered electrolysis, showcasing a sustainable maritime innovation at CES 2025. The vessel can operate for one hour on 500ml of water, featuring a...
RealMan Robotics unveiled new innovations at CES 2025, including lightweight humanoid arms for various settings. Their consumer-grade GEN72 robotic arm, priced at $1,000+, performs precise tasks in homes and industries. RealMan...
Scientists developed a biodegradable battery using baker's yeast and white-rot fungus to power small sensors. The fungal fuel cell produces 100-200 mV of electricity, enough for Bluetooth temperature sensors, and can be stored...