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Layered Structures Shape Striking Towers Inspired by Lanterns

Architecture, Engineering, Tech /

Emerging from the landscape like oversized traditional lanterns, Hatai is a visually distinctive development featuring a pair of towers. Heatherwick Studio conceived the project to accommodate two hotels and aims to bring new vibrancy to the city’s skyline. Architectural Inspiration Rooted in Thai Tradition Located in Bangkok’s Silom district, Hatai evokes memories of the studio’s […]

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Turning Point? Saudi Giga-Project May Be Reassessed

Architecture, Engineering /

A recent news report suggests Saudi authorities are reevaluating the feasibility of the Line, one of the most ambitious and seemingly impractical architectural projects. While no decisions have been made, the review could impact its bold vision. The Line is central to Saudi Arabia’s shift from oil to tourism and technology. The project envisions a

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Bio Tires Drive a Performance Icon Toward a Sustainable Future

Automotive, Engineering /

Pirelli has unveiled its first mass-produced tires composed of more than 70% bio-based and recycled content. Developed specifically for Jaguar Land Rover, the new P Zero tire line incorporates Forest Stewardship Council (FSC)-certified natural rubber, signaling a major step toward greener performance products. Initial Launch Targets Range Rover Models These eco-conscious P Zero tires will

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Circular Home Designed Around a Series of Sunken Courtyards

Architecture, Engineering, Tech /

Situated on a picturesque lakeside site in Lithuania, the architectural firm YCL has crafted a strikingly unconventional countryside residence. Named Villa O, this 237-sq-m (2,550-sq-ft) home departs from traditional design norms, embracing a circular form punctuated by four sunken garden courtyards that seamlessly integrate nature into the architecture. Radial Layout with Panoramic Views Rejecting the

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Automated System Swiftly Evaluates New Material Features

Electrical & Electronics, Material & Energy /

Researchers are working to identify new semiconductor materials that could enhance the performance of solar cells and electronic devices. However, progress is slowed by the time-consuming process of manually measuring key material properties. Accelerating Discovery with Autonomous Photoconductance Testing To accelerate this process, MIT scientists have created a fully autonomous robotic system. This system employs

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The Largest 3D-Printed Structure Ever Built Sets a New Benchmark

Architecture, Engineering /

Qatar currently hosts the world’s largest 3D-printed construction project, where crews are printing two schools—each one setting new records for 3D-printed buildings. Massive 3D Printers Deployed for Groundbreaking School Construction in Qatar UCC Holding is leading the 3D-Printed Schools Project in collaboration with Qatar’s Public Works Authority. To support the project, UCC enlisted top 3D

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Frontier Is Supporting Arbor In Creating a Plant-Fueled Engine For Data Center Energy

Engineering, Mechanical /

Frontier backed by Stripe, Google, and Meta announced Tuesday it will pay startup Arbor Energy $41 million to remove 116,000 tons of CO₂ by 2030. The funding will support Arbor’s first commercial power plant in southern Louisiana, where it will burn waste biomass to power a data center while capturing and storing the resulting emissions

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Honda Is Preparing To Equip Its Beginner-Friendly 250cc Bikes With The New E-Clutch System

Automotive, Engineering /

Honda’s e-clutch, first unveiled in 2023, is a clever innovation that has already been integrated into the current CBR650R and CB650R models in the U.S. Now, Honda plans to extend this technology to its entry-level bikes—and for good reason. Expanding Accessibility The e-clutch helps new riders by enabling them to shift gears without manually operating

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Google Pre-Ordered 200 Megawatts Of Fusion Energy For The 2030s

Engineering, Mechanical /

Massachusetts energy startup Commonwealth Fusion Systems (CFS) has signed an agreement to supply Google with 200 megawatts of electricity from its future ARC fusion power plant in Chesterfield County, Virginia. The facility is projected to go online in the early 2030s, meaning it will be some time before Google can tap into CFS’s carbon-free energy.

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The Electric Hummer is Nearly Outselling the F-150 Lightning

Automotive, Engineering /

General Motors sold 4,508 electric Hummer trucks and SUVs in the U.S. during the second quarter, putting it within striking distance of Ford’s F-150 Lightning despite a steep price difference. It was a strong quarter overall for GM’s EV lineup, making it one of the few automakers to post a year-over-year increase in U.S. electric

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