Juno provided detailed pictures of Io in the course of the flyby for NASA.NASA's Juno spacecraft had its closest encounter with Jupiter's moon Io in more than two decades on December 30, 2023. The robotic probe approached within 930 miles (1,500 km) of the volcanic moon, capturing detailed images of its south pole.Initiated on...
Celestial bodies comprising the Winter Circle, visible on January 1, 2024, as observed through Sky Safari.In our notes about the night sky in December, we talked about how the Orion constellation looks like an hourglass and is easy to see. But guess what? It turns out that what we see as Orion is not...
Credit: PixabayIndispensable lithium-powered rechargeable batteries enable extended usage of devices for hours or even days, packing millions of times more computing capability in your pocket than the technology that facilitated the Apollo 11 moon landing in July 1969.These handy technological innovations, initially brought to the commercial market in 1991 by Japanese companies Sony and...
A finding of an extensive reservoir of 'fossil' water in Sicily could contribute to addressing the severe water scarcity issues in Southern Europe and Northern Africa.A recent publication in the journal Communications Earth & Environment unveiled the presence of an immense underground reservoir of freshwater beneath the Iblean Mountains in Sicily. This ancient aquifer,...
The R550X by Rotor Technologies: An autonomous helicopter in full size, accessible to everyone for purchase.Rotor Technologies is currently manufacturing a civilian-oriented, full-sized unmanned helicopter. Modeled after the Robinson R44 Raven II, the R550X boasts a flight duration exceeding three hours, reaching speeds of up to 150 mph (241 km/h), and accommodating a payload...
If the E-AB biosensor enters production, there may be no need for these painful finger-prick tests in the future. Credit UnsplashFor people with diabetes, having to do painful daily finger-prick blood tests is a common and uncomfortable experience. However, scientists created a sample device for home use that checks blood sugar levels using saliva...
Credit: UnsplashBlind or visually impaired students in India may face limited book access, resulting in lower literacy rates. The Hexis-Antara solution addresses this challenge by transforming both academic and non-academic content into Braille instantly on a specially designed device, eliminating access barriers for children. A Special Tool Vembi's Hexis-Antara solution is a special tool that helps...
This picture shows three types of stars in our galaxy: G stars, which are like our Sun; K dwarfs, which are smaller and cooler; and M dwarfs, which are even fainter and cooler. It compares them in terms of important things. Hotter stars have wider habitable zones where life might exist. Red dwarf M...
The study suggests that while walking is beneficial, walking at a faster pace is more effective in preventing diabetes. Credit: DepositphotosWalking regularly is known to help prevent diabetes, but a recent study tries to figure out the best speed for maximum benefits. The study suggests that adding a bit more speed to your walk...
Credit: UnsplashEvery Saturday, Andreas would take the camera from the Space Station, attach the Davis camera on top, and go to the Cupola to check for thunderstorms on Earth. The initial picture has been released.Not EasyAndreas successfully took a picture of a red sprite, which is a type of flashy event in the sky...
