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An asteroid called 2024 YR4 has a 2% chance of hitting Earth in December 2032. NASA and other agencies are improving their ability to detect potential asteroid threats, with new observatories like the Vera C. Rubin Observatory and NEO Surveyor set to dramatically increase asteroid detection capabilities in the coming years.
Japan has activated Reimei, the world's first operational hybrid quantum supercomputer. The 20-qubit quantum machine is integrated into Fugaku, the sixth-fastest supercomputer globally. Reimei uses trapped-ion qubits, offering...
Researchers at Linköping University created a solvent-free recycling method for perovskite solar cells, allowing all components to be reused without loss of power output, addressing solar panel waste issues and promoting...
The KM3NeT telescope detected a cosmic neutrino with 220 petaelectron volts in the Mediterranean Sea, surpassing previous records by 20 times and potentially offering new insights into powerful space phenomena like supermassive...
Earth's inner core has changed shape over the past 20 years, according to a new study of seismic waves from repeating earthquakes. Scientists discovered the core slowed its rotation around 2010 and is deforming at the boundary...
A Mediterranean Sea neutrino detector captured the most energetic neutrino ever observed, with an energy of 60-230 Peta-electronVolts - over 10,000 times higher than particles in the Large Hadron Collider. The neutrino likely...
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Researchers at Seoul National University have developed a versatile soft robot that can crawl, climb, and rapidly change shape using a single air input. The robot employs a Snap Inflatable Modular Metastructure (SIMM) inspired by...
Hans Bethe's 1931 "ansatz" precisely predicted the behavior of quantum particle chains, revolutionizing physics. His approach works for systems from single electrons to ice sheets, enabling exact calculations where approximations...
H5N1 avian influenza, originating from modern poultry production, has spread globally and infected humans with increasing frequency. The virus evolved to become highly pathogenic in factory farm conditions, raising concerns about...
Type One Energy and the Tennessee Valley Authority are collaborating on a 350 MWe fusion power plant called Infinity Two, potentially operational by the mid-2030s. The project aims to repurpose existing coal plant infrastructure,...
Robots are increasingly using 360-degree cameras for autonomous decision-making and visual surveillance. A popular method involves connecting a consumer 360° camera to a Linux computer via USB, using libuvc-theta and v4l2loopback...
A new artificial vision system inspired by the human brain and powered partly by honey has been developed by University of Glasgow researchers. The Electrolyte-Gated Organic Field-Effect Transistor (EGOFET) is highly...
A UK startup, Humanoid, has unveiled HMND 01, a new general-purpose humanoid robot designed for mass commercialization. The 5'9" tall robot features advanced motion control, modular design, and can perform complex tasks at...
Researchers studied tail-assisted midair reorientation in robots, finding that mammal-like tails offer better control and efficiency than lizard-inspired rigid tails. Adding more tail segments and varying bone lengths improves...
A Chinese-developed robot dog named X30 has been deployed for fire rescue operations in Changsha, China. The 123-pound quadruped can withstand extreme temperatures, carry up to 187 pounds, travel over 6 miles, and detect toxic...
ULA is preparing to launch Amazon's first group of Kuiper Internet satellites, shifting from the delayed USSF-106 mission. Amazon plans to deploy over 3,200 satellites to compete with SpaceX's Starlink network. ULA has rockets...
Chinese researchers have developed a sun-tracking artificial leaf that significantly boosts solar energy efficiency. The flexible device uses temperature-sensitive polymers to bend towards light, achieving up to 866% more...
Scientists have guided electric sparks using ultrasonic waves for the first time. The sparks heat and expand air, directed by sound waves, allowing precise control around obstacles and into specific targets, including...
Scientists have developed CO2-derived carbon nanotubes that generate high-energy plasma when exposed to microwaves from a standard microwave oven. This simple method produces plasma at 820-925°C in seconds without specialized...
Russian scientists have developed a plasma electric rocket engine capable of reaching Mars in just 30-60 days. The engine uses hydrogen fuel to accelerate charged particles to 100 km/s, significantly faster than traditional...
A $500 million project to remove four dams on the Klamath River aims to restore salmon populations and river ecosystems. The largest dam removal in U.S. history highlights a growing trend of dismantling aging dams that no longer...
A 183-million-year-old plesiosaur fossil found in Germany reveals new details about the ancient marine reptile's appearance. Scientists discovered smooth skin on their bodies and small scales on their flippers, similar to sea...
Researchers found that star surface temperature variations can significantly distort exoplanet data interpretation. A study of 20 large planets showed host star variability affected about half of them, potentially leading to...
Scientists studying superconductivity in layered graphene have made progress in understanding its unusual properties. Two experiments measuring kinetic inductance revealed surprising similarities to high-temperature...