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05Nov

Hypersonic Program Faces Uncertainty After Reaction Engines Folds

Reaction Engines aimed to build single-stage-to-orbit spaceplanesReaction EnginesView 1 ImagesReaction Engines Shuts Down, Impacting Aerospace InnovationA significant player in aerospace innovation has shut its doors. Reaction Engines, which has been developing hypersonic engine technology since 1989, has entered administration, creating a significant impact on Britain's hypersonic weapons program and others.Alan Bond founded the company...

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09Oct

Rotating Detonation Ramjet Engine For Hypersonic Flight in 2025

Render of a passenger airliner equipped with VDR2 enginesVenus AerospaceWhen 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...

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01Aug

Cylinder Sails May Cut Cargo Ship Fuel use by Up to 90%

Artist's concept of a ship with the CoFlow systemCoFlow JetA new wind-driven system by startup CoFlow Jet, resembling a set of bridge supports mistakenly placed on a cargo ship, claims to reduce ship fuel costs by up to 90% using stationary cylinders without any moving parts.With the dual pressures of rising fuel costs and...

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19Jun

Intricate Wooden Time Machine Vehicle Takes to the Streets

Built from a concept inspired by generative AI, this eye-catching vehicle showcases its creator's extraordinary woodworking skillsND Woodworking ArtCreated to embody the idea of a time machine, this remarkable wooden vehicle, crafted by a skilled woodworking engineer, is now captivating onlookers as it rattles and hums through the streets of Vietnam.This unique vehicle is...

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07May

SpaceX Unveils New Streamlined Spacesuits

3D printing creates the EVA suit helmet using polycarbonate materials. Credit: SpaceXSpaceX has unveiled its latest Extravehicular Activity (EVA) suits, which could debut in low-Earth orbit by the end of summer. These new suits represent an evolution from the current Dragon mission spacesuits, limited to pressurized environments. Unlike their predecessors, the EVA suits enable...

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27Mar

Expert Analyzes Causes of Baltimore Bridge Collapse

The Dali container ship and wreckage from the Francis Scott Key Bridge along the Patapsco River in Baltimore, Maryland, on March 26. Photo: Al Drago/Bloomberg via Getty ImagesDetails are still emerging about the event that took place in the early morning hours of March 26, 2024, involving the Dali, a large cargo ship departing...

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13Mar

Promoting the Adoption of Four-Color Traffic Signals

An additional white traffic light could improve both vehicle and pedestrian traffic. Credit: PixaobayGet ready to embrace change if you're accustomed to the traditional green, amber, and red traffic lights. Recent studies propose that incorporating a white light could enhance traffic flow and bolster safety for motorists and pedestrians alike.Since the 1920s, the standard...

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01Mar

Experience Omnidirectional Floating with Honda’s XR Demo

Uni-One riders move through real and virtual worlds by shifting their body weight for a "peaceful feeling of floating in the sky"HondaHonda is repurposing its sit-down Segway designed for leisurely shopping, known as the Uni-One, by integrating it with VR goggles to create "a unique extended reality experience that combines the excitement of mobility...

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22Feb

Major Advancement Enables Electric Vehicles to Travel 1,000 Kilometers on Single Charge

With just a single charge, you could journey to [insert a destination approximately 1,000 kilometers away] from your current location. Credit: Unsplash.One of the primary concerns in the transition from petrol-based vehicles to electric vehicles (EVs) revolves around the range issue – how far can an EV travel on a single charge? However, researchers...

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08Feb

Engineers Develop Ultra-Fast Charging Lithium Battery

Credit: Unsplash.Engineers have achieved a remarkable feat in battery technology, unveiling a revolutionary lithium battery equipped with superior electrodes poised to revolutionize charging speeds. The latest innovation boasts a charging time of under five minutes, marking a significant advancement over current battery offerings, particularly concerning electric vehicle applications.Unveiling the InnovationThe breakthrough stemmed from the...

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