How a transparent conductor responds to strain
Liquid crystal displays, touchscreens, and many solar cells rely on thin-film crystalline materials that are both electrically conductive and optically transparent. But the material most widely used in these applications, indium tin oxide (ITO), is b.....»»
Microsoft responds to ChatGPT Bing’s first week of trial by fire
Following a string of negative press, Microsoft is promising some big changes to its Bing Chat AI in an attempt to curb unsettling responses......»»
How to build a climate-resilient water supply
Jamaica will likely face more frequent and intense extreme weather events over the coming decades because of climate change. Such events, including flooding and drought, could strain the country's water infrastructure and disrupt access to clean wate.....»»
Paddleboarder comes across mysterious, transparent sea creature off California coast
Southern California paddleboarder Bill Clements was 3 miles offshore when he spotted something that looked more like a see-through floating spine than an actual animal......»»
New insight into the relationship between slow slip events and the build-up and release of tectonic strain
The Japanese archipelago is actively undergoing seismic shifts due to interactions between the oceanic plate and the continental plate. At the plate boundaries located directly beneath areas of Japan (especially the Bungo Channel, Tokai and Boso-Oki.....»»
Can we make the internet less power-thirsty?
New technology promises to ease the strain caused by energy-guzzling data centres......»»
Study reveals new clues about how "Earth"s thermostat" controls climate
Rocks, rain and carbon dioxide help control Earth's climate over thousands of years—like a thermostat—through a process called weathering. A new study led by Penn State scientists may improve our understanding of how this thermostat responds as t.....»»
Study unveils a large tunable drag response between a normal conductor and a superconductor
The Coloumb drag is a phenomenon that affects two electronic circuits, whereby a charge current in one circuit induces a responsive current in a neighboring circuit solely through so-called Coloumb interactions. These are electrostatic interactions b.....»»
New shield blocks electromagnetic interference while allowing wireless optical signals
Researchers have experimentally demonstrated, for the first time, a mechanically flexible silver mesh that is visibly transparent, allows high-quality infrared wireless optical communication and efficiently shields electromagnetic interference in the.....»»
The best ergonomic mouse for 2023
Looking to alleviate carpal tunnel or repetitive strain injury without cutting down on your computer time? Using the best ergonomic mouse should help you out......»»
Jet-propelled tunicates pump carbon through the oceans
Salps are transparent, tube-shaped jellies well known for their propulsive jetting movements. According to new research, they also take quite a bit of carbon along for the ride......»»
Study explores control options for black swallowwort
Black swallowwort is a difficult to control invasive vine that thrives in natural areas and perennial cropping systems across northeastern North America. To date, though, no scientific studies have been conducted to determine how the weed responds to.....»»
Nick Cave says ChatGPT"s AI attempt to write Nick Cave lyrics "sucks"
The musician responds after a popular chatbot produces lyrics "in the style of Nick Cave"......»»
Nick Cave criticises AI attempt to write Nick Cave lyrics: "This song sucks"
The musician responds after a popular chatbot produces lyrics "in the style of Nick Cave"......»»
Crash Detection false alerts from skiers and snowboarders stressing emergency services
Apple’s Crash Detection feature is undoubtedly saving lives, but there are continuing concerns about the strain placed on 911 centers by false alerts. One center says that dealing with Crash Detection false alerts from skiers and snowboarders can.....»»
Tested: Form meets function with Shargeek’s transparent 130W STORM2 Slim power bank
Over the past few months, I’ve started taking a look at transparent charging tech as the trend picks back up from the early 2000s. At the top of the list of accessories that embody those nostalgic design cues is one of the latest releases from Sha.....»»
Emergency remote teaching during COVID-19 lockdown brought families closer together, introduced challenges
School closures and emergency remote teaching caused by the COVID-19 pandemic put a particular strain on families with children with special educational needs. Yet, most parents felt competent in supporting the learning and remote schooling of their.....»»
Best blue light glasses: 10 frames for every personal style & preference
Get yourself a pair of blue light glasses to help relieve eye strain......»»
Thursday’s best deals: Belkin Apple Watch Series 8 Fast Charger $51, Shargeek power banks, more
All of today’s best deals are now live for Thursday and headlined by Belkin’s Apple Watch Series 8 Fast Charger at $51. Alongside being able to tidy up the nightstand, today’s price cuts also carry over to Shargeek’s popular transparent powe.....»»
Enabling nanoscale thermoelectrics with a novel organometallic molecular junction
The Seebeck effect is a thermoelectric phenomenon by which a voltage or current is generated when a temperature difference exists across a conductor. This effect is the basis of established and emerging thermoelectric applications alike, such as heat.....»»
Improving safety assessment of nanoparticles
How safe are the nanoparticles in transparent sunscreen, anti-odor socks and bacteria-resistant plasters? Although microbes are present on all organisms, the tools that estimate the safety of nanomaterials still hardly take them into account. Bregje.....»»