Hong Kong"s fragile coral reefs boosted by 3D printing
In jade waters off Hong Kong's eastern shoreline, scientists are thrilled to spot a cuttlefish protecting her eggs inside an artificial, 3D-printed clay seabed helping to restore the city's fragile coral reefs......»»
A clever hack fixes the new Mac mini power button"s awkward location
Following the news that the New Mac mini has its power button on the underside, fans with 3D printers have been proposing how to make it more accessible.A power lever for the new Mac mini — image credit: Ivan KuleshovThe first of what just might be.....»»
Safe, efficient method for synthesizing allenes opens up new possibilities for drug development
A research team jointly led by Professor Sung You Hong and Professor Jan-Uwe Rohde has unveiled a novel method for synthesizing allenes—a series of compounds integral to drug development and synthetic chemistry—without relying on hazardous, highl.....»»
Super Typhoon Kong-rey makes landfall in Taiwan
Super Typhoon Kong-rey made landfall in Taiwan on Thursday as one of the most powerful storms to hit the island in years, whipping up 10-meter waves and forcing thousands of people to flee their homes......»»
Inkjet vs Laser vs LED: What’s best for you?
Choosing the right printer can make a big difference to your productivity. This comprehensive guide compares inkjet, laser, and LED printing technologies, helping you make an informed decision for your specific needs......»»
Accelerating 3D nanofabrication using a sensitive cationic photoresist
Two-photon laser direct writing lithography or TPL is a cutting-edge technique used for creating nanoscale structures. It works by leveraging specific materials known as photoresists, which change their chemical properties when exposed to light. Thes.....»»
Taiwan battens down for Super Typhoon Kong-rey
Five-meter waves pounded Taiwan's shores Wednesday as Super Typhoon Kong-rey drew near, with forecasters expecting the storm to strengthen before hitting the island as one of the most powerful in years......»»
Early Black Friday 3D printer deals 2024: Save big on the best Resin and FDM Printers
Give your creativity a boost with a new 3D printer, which you can get with a discount from these early Black Friday deals......»»
“Impact printing” is a cement-free alternative to 3D-printed structures
Impact printing uses a high-velocity jet of material, fusing it into a structure. Recently, construction company ICON announced that it is close to completing the world’s larges.....»»
Coral exudates, not algae, linked to bacterial growth that threaten reefs
A study led by the University of Bremen suggests that on algae-dominated coral reefs, it is not the algae but the corals themselves that may contribute to the growth of harmful bacteria. This discovery suggests that a disturbance in the natural compo.....»»
Protecting endangered bats with biomaterials
Oak Ridge National Laboratory researchers are using a new bioderived material to 3D print custom roosting structures for endangered bats......»»
18-year prison sentence for man who used AI to create child abuse images
UK man used AI tools from Daz 3D to create child sexual abuse imagery. A man who used artificial intelligence technology to create child sexual abuse imagery was sentenced to 18 y.....»»
Coral record reveals long-term variability of Kuroshio
The Kuroshio is a strong western boundary current in the North Pacific. It transports warm, saltier waters from low to middle latitudes, and has a significant impact on China, East Asia and even the global climate. How the Kuroshio changed before the.....»»
Fringe photometric stereo method improves speed and accuracy of 3D surface measurements
Researchers have developed a faster and more accurate method for acquiring and reconstructing high-quality 3D surface measurements. The approach could greatly improve the speed and accuracy of surface measurements used for industrial inspection, medi.....»»
Researchers" unique 3D maps might help solve the mysteries of octopus arms
Octopuses are fascinating. Their eight arms gracefully whip through water and can accomplish extraordinary tasks like using tools and opening jars. While humans have one spinal cord attached to their brain, in octopuses, it's almost like each arm has.....»»
Broadcasting sounds of healthy coral reefs encourages coral larvae growth, study shows
Coral reefs worldwide are in trouble. These ecosystems support a billion people and more than a quarter of marine species. Still, many have been damaged by unsustainable fishing and tourism, coastal construction, nutrient runoff, and climate change......»»
90-ton 3D printer to build world"s biggest rocket
90-ton 3D printer to build world"s biggest rocket.....»»
iPhone SE 4 mockup shows 6.1-inch screen with TrueDepth notch
Images of a 3D-printed mockup of the iPhone SE 4 offer a glimpse of what Apple's latest budget-focused smartphone update could look like.iPhone SE 3Apple is rumored to be introducing a new model of iPhone SE sometimein 2025, with it introducing a num.....»»
Tesla faces questions on robotaxi service, $25,000 model and flat sales in Q3 earnings report
Wall Street analysts expect a drop in Tesla's third-quarter margins after it boosted incentives to juice sales of its aging core vehicles, the Model Y crossover and Model 3 sedan......»»
3D structures of biomolecules: "Dictionaries" make fluorescence-based data accessible
A research team from Germany and the U.S. led by Heinrich Heine University Düsseldorf (HHU) has developed a data description that can provide results from fluorescence measurements for structural and dynamic modeling of large biomolecules......»»
Study shows wind patterns key in causing coral bleaching on Great Barrier Reef
The urgent fight to protect Australia's iconic Great Barrier Reef from disastrous mass coral bleaching events has been given a significant boost, with new research from Monash University identifying wind patterns as a key cause......»»