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Fast-Charging Lithium-Sulfur Battery for eVTOLs Approaches Production Stage

Material & Energy /

Researchers at Monash University in Australia are nearing a breakthrough in addressing one of the major challenges faced by eVTOL aircraft. Their new lithium-sulfur battery technology aims to provide about twice the energy density of lithium-ion (Li-ion) batteries, along with rapid charging and discharging capabilities, offering the power needed for aerial transportation. Lithium-sulfur (Li-S) batteries […]

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A Guilt-Free Twist on One of the World’s Most Controversial Delicacies Foie Gras

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Australian company Vow is reinventing foie gras with a cruelty-free, lab-grown version that also aims to enhance its flavor. Foie Gras Reimagined Traditionally a French delicacy with roots in ancient Egypt, foie gras is made from the enlarged liver of ducks or geese force-fed a high-fat diet, prized for its buttery, rich taste. Vow takes

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Hyundai’s Three-Row Ioniq 9 EV is Designed with Comfort as a Top Priority

Automotive, Engineering /

Hyundai has unveiled its Ioniq 9, an electric crossover SUV designed for families and camping enthusiasts. This new addition to the company’s EV lineup is scheduled for release in the US and other markets in 2025. What makes this model particularly exciting are the thoughtful features designed for optimal comfort. Here’s an overview of what

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First U.S. Onshore Wave Energy Project Receives Green Light

Material & Energy, Renewable Energy /

In 2022, Eco Wave Energy (EWP) announced its ambitious plan to relocate its wave energy array from Gibraltar to the Port of Los Angeles. Now, after significant preparation and collaboration, the company has received final approval to establish the first onshore wave energy project in the US. Wave Energy Technology Makes Waves in the US

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LG Showcases Innovation with Stretchable Micro-LED Display

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LG Display has unveiled what it claims is the world’s first stretchable screen capable of expanding by 50%, surpassing its 2022 prototype’s 20% stretch. For over a decade, the company has refined flexible screens designed for applications like wearable tech, curved surfaces, and rollable TVs. The latest 12-inch display stretches up to 18 inches (~46

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Rocket Plane Achieves First Civilian Supersonic Flight Since Concorde

Aerospace, Space & Environment /

The dream of commercial supersonic flight is inching closer to reality. On November 12, 2024, Dawn Aerospace’s 16-ft (4.8-m) autonomous Mk-II Aurora rocket-powered plane reached Mach 1.1, officially breaking the sound barrier. Since the Concorde’s retirement in 2003, civil supersonic travel has largely faded into history. However, a new wave of startups has emerged, aiming

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New Heat Shield Developed to Protect Next-Gen Reusable Spacecraft During Reentry

Aerospace, Space & Environment /

Oak Ridge National Laboratory and Sierra Space Corporation have created an advanced heat shield, inspired by 1980s Space Shuttle technology, to protect reusable spacecraft during reentry. Challenges of Atmospheric Reentry and Advances in Heat Shield Technology Earth’s atmosphere poses a significant challenge for returning spacecraft, burning up objects without protective measures. While most current heat

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Spaceship Designers Tasked with Creating Star-Hopping Generation Ships

Aerospace, Space & Environment /

If you’ve ever dreamed of designing a spacecraft to carry humans to another star system over centuries, now’s your chance. The Project Hyperion Design Contest encourages teams to develop Generation Ship concepts—self-sustaining vessels built for long-term interstellar travel. Colonizing other planets has often been proposed as a safeguard against extinction-level events like asteroid impacts. However,

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Robo X: The Electric Supercar That Promises to Revolutionize the Market

Automotive, Engineering /

Chinese company JiYue has unveiled a high-performance, long-range, and intelligent electric supercar: the Robo X. With the ability to accelerate from 0 to 60 mph (96 km/h) in just 1.9 seconds, a range of 400 miles (644 km) per charge, and a carbon monocoque frame, the model aims to join the exclusive club of cars

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