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MIT astronomers pinpointed the source of a fast radio burst (FRB) to within 10,000 kilometers of a rotating neutron star, 200 million light-years away. This discovery suggests FRBs can originate from a neutron star's magnetosphere, challenging previous theories and providing new insights into these mysterious cosmic phenomena.
New research shows right whales can live over 130 years, nearly twice previous estimates. Southern right whales may reach 150 years, while endangered North Atlantic right whales average only 22 years due to human threats. The...
China's AgiBot has released AgiBot World Alpha, the largest humanoid robot training dataset, featuring over 1 million trajectories from 100 robots in 100+ real-world scenarios across five industries. The dataset aims to advance...
In 1669, German alchemist Hennig Brand accidentally discovered phosphorus while attempting to produce gold from urine. This discovery led to the creation of matches and helped transform alchemy into modern chemistry, with Robert...
Korean researchers have created a triple-layer solid polymer electrolyte for lithium-ion batteries that is fire-resistant and explosion-proof. The new design maintains 87.9% performance after 1,000 cycles, surpassing conventional...
Nvidia plans to dominate humanoid robotics with the upcoming Jetson Thor computer in 2025. The powerful 2,000-teraflop device will enable complex AI tasks for robots, building on Nvidia's existing Jetson platform used by over 1...
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Benjamin Franklin used humor and experiments to make science accessible to the public. As a polymath, he conducted groundbreaking research in electricity, invented devices like the lightning rod and bifocals, and contributed to...
Researchers identified a vulnerability in antibiotic-resistant bacteria, revealing that resistance limits their ability to compete for magnesium ions, which could lead to new strategies for combating these deadly infections...
Researchers have developed a self-charging supercapacitor that harnesses solar energy with 63% efficiency, a major advance in sustainable energy storage. The device achieves an energy density of 35.5 Wh/kg and power density of...
Google's new Willow quantum chip solved a complex math problem in 5 minutes that would take a supercomputer 10 septillion years. This breakthrough in quantum computing demonstrates significant progress in error correction and...
Apple's iPhone 16 camera testing involves extensive microphone and video quality checks in specialized labs. Processes include spherical sound profiling in an anechoic chamber, perceptual audio testing with ordinary users, and...
Two autonomous electric loaders have been deployed at Canada's New Afton gold and copper mine by Swedish manufacturer Sandvik. The 18-ton machines, operational since November, will transition to the mine's mineral-rich "C-Zone"...
The PAL Robotics TIAGo Pro is a new mobile manipulator robot designed for industrial, scientific, and healthcare applications. Standing 3.9-4.9 feet tall and weighing 212 pounds, it can move at 4.9 feet per second and carry up to...
Osaka University researchers created a facial expression system for robots that uses simple time functions to generate natural-looking, dynamic gestures, allowing smoother and more lifelike expressions without complex...
Researchers created an unstable molecular complex by disrupting self-assembly using light-triggered reactions. This achievement demonstrates the potential to develop novel substances and devices that function in non-equilibrium...
NASA's Parker Solar Probe completed its closest-ever sun flyby, coming within 3.8 million miles of the solar surface on Christmas Eve. The spacecraft reached a record-breaking speed of 430,000 mph, making it the fastest...
NASA faces unique visual challenges for lunar south pole missions due to harsh lighting conditions. Astronauts will struggle with extreme contrasts between bright sunlight and deep shadows, making it difficult to spot hazards and...
Apple is working on two foldable devices: a clamshell iPhone with a 7-inch+ display, set for late 2026, and a 20-inch iPad, potentially boosting the foldable market, which is expected to decline in 2025.
A Chinese company has ignited the world's first 30MW-class pure hydrogen gas turbine, Jupiter I. This technology converts excess renewable energy into hydrogen for storage, addressing electricity wastage. The turbine can use over...
Antibiotic resistance is causing a global health crisis, with over 1 million deaths directly linked to it in 2019. Scientists are working to reengineer existing antibiotics and develop new ones, while also emphasizing the need...
Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory is developing a new laser system called Big Aperture Thulium (BAT) to advance extreme ultraviolet lithography for semiconductor manufacturing. The BAT laser aims to increase EUV source...
China's new Type 076 amphibious assault ship, Sichuan, features electromagnetic catapults for launching fighter jets and can carry various aircraft and equipment, significantly boosting the nation's long-range naval capabilities...
Scientists at EPFL created a collective quantum state from six mechanical oscillators, enabling precise sensors and components for quantum systems, which could advance quantum computing and sensing technologies.
Los Alamos scientists suggest injecting small tungsten particles into fusion reactors to intercept runaway electrons, absorbing some and scattering most, which could prevent damage to reactor walls and reduce maintenance costs.