Acoustic propulsion of nanomachines depends on their orientation
Microscopically tiny nanomachines which move like submarines with their own propulsion—for example in the human body, where they transport active agents and release them at a target: What sounds like science fiction has, over the past 20 years, bec.....»»
The best MagSafe stands for iPhone and StandBy
One of my favorite features in iOS 17 is StandBy, which turns your iPhone into a smart display when it’s in landscape orientation and charging. One of the best ways to take full advantage of StandBy is with an upright wireless charger. Head bel.....»»
What math tells us about social dilemmas
Human coexistence depends on cooperation. Individuals have different motivations and reasons to collaborate, resulting in social dilemmas, such as the well-known prisoner's dilemma. Scientists from the Chatterjee group at the Institute of Science and.....»»
Acoustic invention enhances ultrasound to access enclosed metal spaces
The inside of underwater pipes and enclosed nuclear containers were inaccessible—until recently. Acoustics researchers in Penn State's College of Engineering have developed a way to convey energy and transmit communications through metal walls usin.....»»
Kyiv Is Using Homegrown Tech to Treat the Trauma of War
Millions of Ukrainians are suffering the mental health implications of two years of Russian bombs and shells. The country’s recovery depends on building systems to help treat the trauma......»»
Uncovering the physics of how electrons screen against conductivity-killer in organic semiconductors
California's Silicon Valley and Utah's Silicon Slopes are named for the element most associated with semiconductors, the backbone of the computer revolution. Anything computerized or electronic depends on semiconductors, a substance with properties t.....»»
Root microbes may be the secret to a better tasting cup of tea
You'd think the complex flavor in a quality cup of tea would depend mainly on the tea varieties used to make it. But a study appearing in the journal Current Biology shows that the making of a delicious cup of tea depends on another key ingredient: t.....»»
Here’s How Long the macOS Sonoma 14.3.1 Update Takes
Apple’s new macOS Sonoma 14.3.1 update could take a long time to download and install on your Mac. The amount of time depends on your Mac model and the version of macOS it’s currently running. macOS Sonoma 14.3.1 is available to download right no.....»»
How molecular systems at the origin of life may have evolved: Rise of the nanomachines
By attaching molecules together, scientists at Université de Montréal think they've found how molecular systems at the origin of life evolved to create complex self-regulating functions......»»
How a city is organized can create less-biased citizens
The city you live in could be making you, your family, and your friends more unconsciously racist. Or, your city might make you less racist. It depends on how populous, diverse, and segregated your city is, according to a new study that brings togeth.....»»
Aerosol jet printing could revolutionize microfluidic device fabrication
Surface acoustic wave (SAW) technologies, known for their high precision and rapid actuation, are essential to microfluidics and affect a broad spectrum of research areas. However, traditional fabrication methods are time-consuming, intricate, and ne.....»»
GM names David Marsh its new aftersales VP
David Marsh succeeds Josh Tavel, who was promoted to senior vice president of energy storage and propulsion, R&D and manufacturing engineering......»»
Fiber Optics Bring You Internet. Now They’re Also Listening to Trains
“Distributed acoustic sensing” looks for disturbances in fiber to detect earthquakes and even insects. Can it also improve rail safety?.....»»
Why the future of the Quest depends on the Vision Pro
Meta might not see Apple's Vision Pro as competition, but as a collaborator in pushing virtual reality technology into the mainstream......»»
StandBy mode in iOS 17 was made for these iPhone chargers
One of my favorite features in iOS 17 is StandBy, which turns your iPhone into a smart display when it’s in landscape orientation and charging. One of the best ways to take full advantage of StandBy is with an upright wireless charger. Head bel.....»»
Apple canceled Jon Stewart just in time for surprise return to ‘Daily Show’ ahead of presidential election
Apple recently canceled Jon Stewart’s commentary series on TV+. That’s either because Apple disliked season three topics or ratings were too low (or both but probably the former). That depends on who you ask. A few months later, it appears the po.....»»
When Might AI Outsmart Us? It Depends Who You Ask
When Might AI Outsmart Us? It Depends Who You Ask.....»»
Here’s How Long the macOS Ventura 13.6.4 Update Takes
Apple’s macOS Ventura 13.6.4 update could take a long time to download and install on your Mac. The amount of time depends on your Mac model and the version of macOS it’s currently running. The company’s released a new version of ma.....»»
Here’s How Long the macOS Sonoma 14.3 Update Takes
Apple’s new macOS Sonoma 14.3 update could take a long time to download and install on your Mac. The amount of time depends on your Mac model and the version of macOS it’s currently running. macOS Sonoma 14.3 is available to download right now if.....»»
Art philanthropy in US is localized, depends on prestige of art organization, research finds
Wealthy individuals and entities have been known to fund the arts since ancient times......»»
The one unbeatable benefit I’ve enjoyed by going all-in on Apple
Apple's Continuity features and functionality add a ton of value. But is Continuity enough to sway a decision to select all Apple products? That depends......»»