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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
Credit: DepositphotosElectric-vehicle owners across a wide region, from Chicago to northern Texas, have experienced a challenging week due to freezing temperatures, resulting in decreased driving range and prolonged waits at charging stations.In Oak Brook, Illinois, close to Chicago, television reporters discovered Teslas running low on battery while queuing for charging plugs at a Supercharger...
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...
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...
Credit: carscoops.Chinese automaker GAC (Guangzhou Automobile Group) recently unveiled an innovative combustion engine that runs on liquid ammonia in collaboration with Toyota.This breakthrough explores an unconventional alternative to traditional fossil fuels, promising a more sustainable and environmentally friendly driving experience.The Ammonia-Powered EngineAt its annual technology showcase, GAC introduced a remarkable 2.0-liter engine designed to...
Credit: Unsplash.Scientists improve wireless transfer. Industrial Internet of Things (IIoTs) combines wireless sensors, controllers, and mobile tech to enhance industrial processes. It uses small battery-powered devices, intensifying the demand for a robust network to handle data and power in IIoT monitoring.Scientists improve wireless transfer: Wireless power transferIn this context, wireless power transfer is a...
