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EPFL: Ultra-Deep Fracking Can Enable Limitless Geothermal Energy

Material & Energy /

The potential for nearly limitless clean geothermal energy has significantly improved. Researchers at EPFL’s Laboratory of Experimental Rock Mechanics (LEMR) have demonstrated that the semi-plastic, viscous rock found at supercritical depths can still be fractured to allow water to flow through. Together with nuclear power—through fission or fusion—and a few other advanced energy sources, geothermal […]

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Google Shifts to Nuclear Reactors to Fuel Its Artificial Intelligence

Artificial Intelligence, Tech /

On Monday, Google signed a deal to source electricity from small nuclear reactors to support its AI operations. This agreement with Kairos Power follows recent news that Three Mile Island, the site of the worst nuclear accident in U.S. history, will resume operations to supply energy to Microsoft. “Nuclear energy is crucial for driving our

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Adorable and Sleek Bubble Car Set to Electrify your Next Vacation

Automotive, Engineering /

The first Microlino EV, inspired by the Isetta, premiered at the 2016 Geneva Motor Show and began production six years later. A tourist-oriented concept was introduced in 2022, and this concept is now a reality with its official launch at the 2024 Paris Motor Show. Micro cars are a practical choice for commuting in crowded

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Watch: Sneaker-Clad Humanoid Outpaces Barefoot Rival in Gobi Race

Artificial Intelligence, Tech /

A few months ago, China’s Robot Era showcased the walking abilities of its XBot-L humanoid by letting it roam the Great Wall. Now, the company has shared video of two Star1 models racing across the Gobi Desert. Robot Era, a newcomer to the humanoid robot industry since its incubation at Tsinghua University in August 2023,

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Apple’s Depth Pro Model Creates 3D Maps from 2D Images in Seconds

Apps & Software, Tech /

Apple’s Machine Learning Research team has created a foundational AI model for “zero-shot metric monocular depth estimation.” Depth Pro allows for the rapid generation of detailed 3D depth maps from a single 2D image. Our brains interpret visual information from two sources—our eyes. Each eye captures a slightly different perspective of the world, and these

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Smart Stitches Create Electricity From Movement to Enhance Healing

Healthcare, Medicine, Medicine, Science /

Transforming Vulnerability into Advantage While surgical stitches are effective for wound healing, they can sometimes come undone with excessive movement. However, researchers in China have transformed this vulnerability into an advantage by creating stitches that generate an electric charge when stretched, promoting faster healing. Standard sutures commonly treat large and deep skin wounds by aligning

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A Sprinkle Of Boron Improves Fusion Reactor Efficiency

Material & Energy, Material Technology /

Breakthrough in Fusion Reactor: Preventing Tungsten Interference In an effort to improve the tokamak fusion reactor known as ITER, researchers have discovered a way to prevent rogue tungsten atoms from breaking off the walls and interfering with the plasma. This breakthrough marks another significant step toward fusion’s success. As nuclear fusion science progresses, addressing smaller

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Rotating Detonation Ramjet Engine For Hypersonic Flight in 2025

Transportation & Automation, Travel Tech /

When does a hollow tube become more than just an empty tube? When it transforms into a ramjet that utilizes rotating detonation technology to achieve hypersonic flight. A prime example is Venus Aerospace’s latest innovation, the Venus Detonation Ramjet 2000 lb Thrust Engine (VDR2). Overcoming the Challenge of Sustained Thrust One of the main challenges

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Google’s Innovative New Gboard: A Double-Sided, Endless Keyboard

Apps & Software, Tech /

Google Japan has launched the latest version of the Gboard, featuring a distinctive double-sided design inspired by the Möbius strip, which plays a significant role in mathematics, science, and popular culture. This innovative keyboard can be used by one person or multiple users, truly embodying a keyboard with a twist. However, the Möbius strip, a

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