The Aquaria Hydropack can provide up to 132 gallons (500 liters) of water per day and is compatible with solar and battery setups on your homeAquaria Clean drinking water, one of the essential needs for human survival, is becoming increasingly crucial as climate change affects traditional sources like rainfall, rivers, and lakes. Aquaria Technologies, a...
Scientists have discovered why humans no longer have tails© iStock About 25 million years ago, an evolutionary divergence happened between our ancestors—the early humans and apes—and monkeys, leading to the loss of tails in our lineage. The specific genetic mutation behind this change, however, has been unknown until recently. In a recent study published in Nature, scientists...
George Cove stands with his third solar array. From "Generating electricity by the sun's rays" Popular Electricity, volume 2, nr. 12, April 1910 "From a New York rooftop in the 1800s to their debut in space. From tales of kidnappings and bribery to a world-altering inkwell mishap… Solar panels stand as one of humanity's greatest inventions,...
Credit: Pixabay Artificial intelligence (AI) prophets and newsmongers are forecasting the end of the generative AI hype, with talk of an impending catastrophic "model collapse". But how realistic are these predictions? And what is model collapse anyway? "Model collapse," a concept discussed in 2023 but gaining more attention recently, describes a hypothetical situation where AI systems become increasingly less effective as the...
Credit: Depositphotos The potential threat of plastic pollution to human health remains uncertain, but the recent discovery that we are unknowingly consuming tiny plastic fragments in our water is causing widespread concern. To prevent microplastics and nanoplastics from infiltrating our bodies and brains, researchers at the University of Missouri have developed a potentially sustainable and safe...
Lay back and watch a blockbuster on your ceiling with the GV50 1080p smart projectorBenQ In 2021, BenQ introduced a portable projector resembling a Bluetooth speaker, offering large-scale visuals. Now, they've expanded the lineup with a flagship model designed for an unconventional viewing surface—the ceiling. The GV50, featuring a distinctive waterdrop design, retains the dual 4-watt...
Credit: NASA What began as a weeklong mission for U.S. astronauts Sunita Williams and Butch Wilmore has stretched into a months-long stay on the International Space Station (ISS). Their eight-day mission, which started on June 5, has already lasted over two months and may continue even longer. Delayed Return Due to Spacecraft Issues Williams and Wilmore launched...
Google DeepMind's table tennis robot takes on a human competitor in a trial of the systemAtil Iscen Google used extensive data to train a table-tennis-playing robot to compete against humans and improve over time. The results are impressive, showcasing significant advancements in robotic speed and dexterity, and the robot's performance looks quite entertaining. "Reaching human-level speed...
An image of a dog along with how it appears in the new light-activated polymer displaySara Patch/Ivan Aprahamian A novel 3D display could be an acrylic cube with an internal image that can be easily erased and rewritten. This technology enables the creation of 2D, 3D, and even animated images. However, the display begins with a...
Bioservo describes the Carbonhand as "an innovative grip-strengthening glove designed to restore power to those with impaired hand function"Bioservo Individuals weakened by osteoarthritis or myositis may require assistance with daily tasks like watering plants, filling the kettle, or peeling potatoes. The Carbonhand robotic glove is designed to aid with these activities and is now available...
