An effective strategy to inhibit grain coarsening: Construction of multi-element co-segregated grain boundary complexion
To date, ceramic scientists have devised various strategies to impede grain coarsening. The utilization of nano-sized precursor powder can not only facilitate the densification process, but also yields bulk ceramics with reduced grain sizes compared.....»»
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Satechi unveils Find My-enabled passport cover and new multi-port adapters
As IFA 2024 kicks off, Satechi unveils some new accessories for Apple users. The most interesting one is a vegan-leather passport cover with Find My … The post Satechi unveils Find My-enabled passport cover and new multi-port adapters appeared.....»»
Physicists capture images of atoms flowing along a boundary without resistance despite obstacles in their path
Typically, electrons are free agents that can move through most metals in any direction. When they encounter an obstacle, the charged particles experience friction and scatter randomly like colliding billiard balls......»»
Best practices for making awesome PowerPoint slides
Are you wondering how to make your presentation more professional or effective? Check out this list of PowerPoint best practices for your next slideshow......»»
Toyota dealer gathering to focus on partnership, products, says brand head Dave Christ
Toyota dealers will gather for their national dealer meeting in Las Vegas on Sept. 10-11 to discuss the Japanese brand's upcoming products and strategy, while dealers may want to question the brand about a spate of embarrassing recalls......»»
BOLT-1B hypersonic experiment soars and collects vital data
The Boundary Layer Transition 1B (BOLT-1B) experiment, a joint research project of the U.S. Air Force Research Laboratory (AFRL), the Johns Hopkins Applied Physics Laboratory (APL), and the German Aerospace Center (DLR), blasted off from Andøya Spac.....»»
When expressing gratitude, it"s all in the timing, says study
Thanks so much for reading this article all the way to the end! No, that wasn't an editorial error. It's a savvy managerial motivation strategy lurking somewhere in almost every employee's inbox or Slack channel......»»
3D imaging allows researchers to observe degradation of micro- and nanoplastics with unprecedented detail
In a global first, University of Waterloo researchers have used 3D imaging technology to understand the fine details of microplastics, paving the way for more effective methods of plastic waste recycling......»»
Novel design strategy advances discovery of metal-organic frameworks
An innovative strategy, known as the "Up-Down Approach," has the potential to dramatically accelerate the creation of metal-organic frameworks (MOFs). The paper is published in the journal Nature Synthesis......»»
Combining aesthetics with fire-resistance for improved wood protection
Wood is a popular material for construction and furniture making due to its availability, easy processing, and strong mechanical properties. However, its flammability poses significant risks, particularly in historical buildings......»»
Walmart discounted this outdoor TV to under $600 today
The 55-inch Element Electronics Outdoor Series 4K TV is a budget-friendly outdoor TV that you can currently buy from Walmart for an even cheaper price of $598......»»
Grenfell victims were "overcome by toxic gases" after construction loophole
Governments have a duty to protect their citizens. While they won't go as far as telling us what we can and cannot put in our homes, we do expect them to ensure that the buildings we live in are safe from fire......»»
Researchers create new tool to analyze embodied carbon in more than 1 million buildings in Chicago
The built environment—which includes the construction and operation of buildings, highways, bridges and other infrastructure—is responsible for close to 40% of the global greenhouse gas emissions contributing to climate change......»»
Puny chocolate bars and miniature crisps: Is "shrinkflation" the worst business practice ever?
Next time you pick up a package of coffee or a pack of toilet paper, take a closer look. You might notice the package looks familiar, but what is inside has subtly diminished. This is "shrinkflation" in action, a pricing strategy used by manufacturer.....»»
You won"t be fooled by hysterical phishing emails, but you know people who will
Once again there's a new iCloud phishing email that is so poorly done that AppleInsider readers will be able to spot it, but will be shockingly effective to some susceptible to its hysteria, its appalling grammar, and its blinding font choices.Detail.....»»
"Civilization VI" finally has native Apple Silicon support
Armchair generals can now conquer the world even faster on their Mac, with "Civilization VI" now supporting Apple Silicon.Civilization VISid Meier's Civilization VI, also known as Civ VI has been a long-time mainstay of strategy gaming on the Mac, ha.....»»
Qilin ransomware targets Google Chrome credentials
Sophos X-Ops reveals a new strategy that harvests credentials from compromised networks, raising significant cybersecurity concerns for organizations......»»
Researchers explore key interaction sites and pathways in ammonia capture
The design and development of high-performance materials are crucial for efficient ammonia capture. Generally, these materials are characterized by abundant ammonia adsorption sites and rapid ammonia transport channels, enabling the effective capture.....»»
Researchers" video techniques reveal trout"s energy-saving secret
Mimicking animals is a proven strategy in robot design. Take, for example, Haibo Dong's seminal studies on how fins propel fish by churning the water in a vortex......»»
Veeam Software expands protection for Microsoft 365
Veeam Software announced Veeam Backup for Microsoft 365 v8, which delivers comprehensive and flexible immutability for Microsoft 365 data. Now organizations can ensure their Microsoft 365 data is resilient employing a zero-trust, multi-layered immuta.....»»
Research uncovers new strategy for salt-resistant poplar
Salt stress disrupts plant growth by impairing ion balance and reducing water uptake, posing a significant challenge to agriculture and forestry. Maintaining sodium (Na+) and potassium (K+) balance is particularly vital in woody plants like poplar, w.....»»