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NC State researchers developed a rapid laser sintering method to create hafnium carbide, an ultra-high temperature ceramic, from liquid polymers, achieving 50% conversion efficiency and potentially revolutionizing manufacturing for aerospace and nuclear applications.
The Fine Sand Solar Geyser, developed by Indian researchers, uses sand to store solar heat, providing efficient and cost-effective hot water for domestic use, even during periods of low sunlight.
Adam Riess, a Nobel laureate physicist, is challenging the cosmological model he helped establish. His precise galaxy distance measurements reveal a discrepancy in the universe's expansion rate, known as the Hubble tension. This...
Starlink satellites' strong radio emissions, up to 10 million times brighter than cosmic signals, may make ground-based radio astronomy impossible within 30 years without new regulations on satellite transmissions.
A new wireless e-tattoo technology could revolutionize monitoring of cognitive workload in high-stakes professions. This device might help prevent mental fatigue and errors in jobs like surgery or air traffic control, where...
Scientists directly imaged 'second sound,' where heat behaves like sound waves in superfluids, using a new heat-mapping technique on cold lithium-6 atoms. They observed heat moving as a wave and bouncing in its container. This...
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Scientists have found a new method to predict volcanic eruptions by observing tree greenness from space. Increased CO2 emissions, an early sign of volcanic activity, enhance tree health. This approach could improve early warning...
Researchers have discovered that increasing the temperature of the electrolyte surrounding photoelectrodes can boost hydrogen production from solar water splitting by 40%. Using low-cost bismuth-vanadate materials, the team...
Hubble data spanning 20 years shows Uranus' atmosphere has constant methane depletion near the poles, while other features change significantly, offering insights into its composition and seasonal variations as it nears northern...
Vibrating strings the size of atoms may hold the key to unifying physics, but string theory's vast landscape of possible universes has left scientists searching for our cosmic address. Harvard physicist Cumrun Vafa is working to...
The human body constantly renews itself, with cells in various organs regenerating at different rates. Red blood cells replenish every 120 days, skin regenerates monthly, and even bones renew over a decade. However, factors like...
A Max Planck Institute team measured the g-factor of the outermost electron in lithium-like tin ions with unprecedented precision, achieving 0.5 parts per billion experimental accuracy and 6 parts per billion theoretical...
A Tesla with FSD failed to stop for a child-sized dummy in a test, mirroring a real incident, yet Elon Musk remains optimistic about the robotaxi rollout, promising a cautious approach in easier areas.
Scientists at University College Cork developed a tool to identify materials for advanced quantum computing. Using a scanning tunneling microscope, they evaluated uranium ditelluride as an intrinsic topological superconductor....
NASA's MAVEN mission has directly observed sputtering on Mars for the first time, revealing how solar wind knocks atoms into space at four times the expected rate. This process likely played a key role in Mars losing its thick...
Researchers at University College Cork have developed a new tool to determine if materials can be used for quantum computing microchips. Using rare equipment, they confirmed that uranium ditelluride (UTe2) is an intrinsic...
Brown University engineers developed a groundbreaking quantum imaging technique that produces detailed 3D holograms without infrared cameras. By pairing infrared and visible light photons entangled at the quantum level, they...
China's Jiu Tian, the world's largest drone carrier, is set to deploy by June's end. This 11-ton unmanned vehicle can carry 100 smaller drones and travel 4,350 miles. It has potential military applications, including launching...
MacKay Memorial Hospital in Taipei deployed three AI-powered robots using NVIDIA tech to assist with navigation, transport, and hazardous area monitoring, aiming to improve efficiency and patient care in Taiwan's first "smart...
Honor, a Chinese smartphone maker, is investing $10 billion over five years to become an AI-powered ecosystem company, including entering the robotics race. They've helped train a Unitree robot to run at a record-breaking 4...
Saudi researchers created a moisture-absorbing composite that cools solar panels by 48.9°F, boosting power output by 12.9% and extending lifespan by over 200%, potentially enhancing solar energy efficiency in harsh climates.
China is creating robotic defense vehicles for its Tiangong space station to intercept and redirect approaching spacecraft, addressing concerns like recent close calls with Starlink satellites and protecting its orbital...
Boston Dynamics showcased its electric Atlas humanoid robot in a new video demonstrating real-time perception and adaptability. The robot scans its environment, identifies and manipulates objects, and adjusts to changes like...
A tiny paper microscope, costing less than a dollar, is revolutionizing science education worldwide. Stanford bioengineer Manu Prakash invented the Foldscope, which has now reached 3 million kids in 150 countries. "We should...