Here"s What Causes Motion Sickness
Here's how to reconcile the mismatch in what your senses are telling your brain.....»»
Novel ratchet mechanism uses a geometrically symmetric gear driven by asymmetric surface wettability
The ratchet mechanism is a fascinating energy-conversion system that converts disorderly or random motion into orderly, directed movement through a process known as spontaneous rectification. It is a critical component of mechanical systems, typicall.....»»
Texas judge who bought Tesla stock won’t recuse himself from X v. Media Matters
Judge dismisses Tesla/X link, accuses Media Matters of seeking "backdoor recusal." Enlarge (credit: Getty Images | SimpleImages) A federal judge who bought more than $15,000 worth of Tesla stock has rejected a motion tha.....»»
Apple files motion to dismiss DOJ antitrust lawsuit, citing harm to innovation and user experience
Apple has officially filed a motion to dismiss the Department of Justice’s antitrust lawsuit filed in May. Apple argues the case should be dismissed because the DOJ’s lawsuit does not meet the legal standards required to prove a violation of Sect.....»»
9to5Mac Daily: August 2, 2024 – AAPL Q3 2024 earnings
On today’s episode of 9to5Mac Daily, we discuss Apple reporting record Q3 2024 earnings. We also cover Apple’s motion to dismiss the DOJ antitrust lawsuit, citing harm to innovation and user experience. Additionally, we highlight the corroborated.....»»
Apple defends business practices in motion to dismiss DOJ lawsuit
Apple has filed a motion to dismiss the Department of Justice's antitrust lawsuit, saying the case lacks a legal foundation.Apple defends business practices in motion to dismiss DOJ lawsuitThe DOJ, along with several states, has accused Apple of mono.....»»
BNP-Track algorithm offers a clearer picture of biomolecules in motion
It's about to get easier to catch and analyze a high-quality image of fast-moving molecules. Assistant Professor Ioannis Sgouralis, Department of Mathematics, and colleagues have developed an algorithm that adds a new level to microscopy: super-resol.....»»
SpaceX shares dramatic Starship engine test footage ahead of 5th flight
SpaceX has shared dramatic slow-motion footage of a ground-based engine test involving the Starship spacecraft ahead of its fifth test flight......»»
Carpets and flames: Design rules for the morphology of ciliated organs
The history of science is a series of paradigm shifts—conventional theories debunked and replaced by new discoveries. Kanso Bioinspired Motion Lab at USC Viterbi School of Engineering has made a habit of such paradigm shifts, publishing their findi.....»»
Emotion in Robot Motion
An interview with choreoboticist Catie Cuan, Ph.D about teaching robots to move more naturally. The post Emotion in Robot Motion appeared first on Make: DIY Projects and Ideas for Makers......»»
Union game performers strike over AI voice and motion-capture training
Use of motion-capture actors' performances for AI training is a sticking point. Enlarge / One day, using pixellated fonts and images to represent that something is a video game will not be a trope. Today is not that day......»»
Grain boundaries weaken in planetary interiors, research suggests
Mantle convection and associated plate tectonics of planets like the Earth are governed by the deformation of mantle rocks. This deformation occurs through the motion of defects in the crystal lattices of minerals. Thus, the physical properties of th.....»»
How climate change is altering the Earth"s rotation
For the first time, researchers at ETH Zurich have been able to fully explain the various causes of long-term polar motion in the most comprehensive modeling to date, using AI methods. Their model and their observations show that climate change and g.....»»
Animals use physics? Let us count the ways
Cats twist and snakes slide, exploiting and negotiating physical laws. Enlarge (credit: Fernando Trabanco Fotografía via Getty Images) Isaac Newton would never have discovered the laws of motion had he studied only cats.....»»
How iOS 18 helps reduce motion sickness with your iPhone
iOS 18 includes a number of powerful new Accessibility features. One of those features is Vehicle Motion Cues, which Apple says is meant to help reduce motion sickness when using your iPhone or iPad in a moving vehicle. Here’s how the feature works.....»»
How to use Vehicle Motion Cues in iOS 18 to reduce motion sickness
Introduced in the latest developer beta of iOS 18, Vehicle Motion Cues cuts down motion sickness while you're reading your iPhone when travelling. Here's how to turn it on.Dots along the sides of the iPhone slide up and down the screen along with the.....»»
Finding the beat of collective animal motion: Scientists show reciprocity is key to driving coordinated movements
Across nature, animals from swarming insects to herding mammals can organize into seemingly choreographed motion. Over the last two decades, scientists have discovered that these coordinated movements arise from each animal following simple rules abo.....»»
Apple fires back at DOJ antitrust case, calls for immediate dismissal
Apple has begun the process of filing a motion to have the Department of Justices lawsuit over App Store and other antitrust actions to be dismissed.Apple ParkApple's motion to dismiss the Department of Justice's (DOJ) allegations of antitrust behavi.....»»
Highly sensitive fiber optic gyroscope senses rotational ground motion around active volcano
Researchers have built a prototype fiber optic gyroscope for high resolution, real-time monitoring of ground rotations caused by earthquakes in the active volcanic area of Campi Flegrei in Naples, Italy. A better understanding of the seismic activity.....»»
Does anyone really need a 1,000 Hz gaming display?
TCL's ultra-fast 4K LCD prototype has us musing about diminishing smoothness returns. Enlarge / A better monitor refresh rate might help with all that motion blurring... (credit: Getty Images) Just a couple of years ago,.....»»
NHTSA investigates 50,000 VW ID4 recall for unexpected door opening
U.S. auto safety regulators are investigating Volkswagen Group's handling of a 2023 recall after reports of doors opening while vehicles were in motion......»»