If Dilophosaurus ran the 100-meter against Usain Bolt, who would win?
Eight-time Olympic gold medalist would beat the Jurassic beast by a good 2 seconds. Enlarge / University of Toledo physicist Scott Lee came up with the exercise to inspire undergrads in his introductory physics course. (credit: Aurich.....»»
Mini Cooper SE Vs Chevrolet Bolt EV: Which Is The Better Budget Electric Car?
The EVs may be similarly sized, but the price is only one of many significant differences between the Chevrolet Bolt EV and the Mini Cooper SE. The EVs may be simila.....»»
Hopes Fade for Resurrecting Puerto Rico"s Famous Arecibo Telescope
Nearly two years after the collapse of its 305-meter radio telescope, the Arecibo Observatory’s fate has been decided. The iconic giant dish will not be rebuilt, but research and public outreach at the site may continue.....»»
"Marshmallow" world orbiting a cool red dwarf star
A gas giant exoplanet with the density of a marshmallow has been detected in orbit around a cool red dwarf star by a suite of instruments, including the NEID radial-velocity instrument on the WIYN 3.5-meter Telescope at Kitt Peak National Observatory.....»»
Sea-level rise "may cross two meters by 2100"
The Asian Development Bank (ADB) recommends raising the imaginary waterline demarcation for projects in the Asia Pacific region to two meters, instead of the existing one meter, to improve the resilience of structures against rising sea levels......»»
GM to boost Chevrolet Bolt EV production
In June, GM said it would sharply cut Bolt prices after it halted sales for six months following a battery recall......»»
Robo-Ostrich Sprints to 100-meter World Record
For a robot that shares a leg design with the fastest-running bird on the planet, we haven’t ever really gotten a sense of how fast Agility Robotics’ Cassie is actually able to move. Oregon State University’s Cassie successfully ran a 5k last.....»»
Why The Thirty Meter Telescope Is So Controversial
For almost a decade, scientists and protestors have argued over building a vast new telescope in Hawaii. Now, a breakthrough decision could change everything. For al.....»»
Lawn mower recall: 31 people already had bolts or blades come off this popular mower
Snow Joe recalled two Sun Joe Cordless Lawn Mower models that pose a laceration hazard. There’s a problem with the mower blade, which can detach unexpectedly and lead to accidents. The company has received 31 reports of issues where the bolt securi.....»»
Daily deals Sept. 12 - 23% off Apple Watch Series 7, $200 off M2 MacBook Air, 24% off Level Bolt Smart Lock, more!
Monday's best deals include up to $400 off the 14-inch MacBook Pro, $71 off the Nintendo Switch, $300 off a 48-inch Sony Bravia OLED 4K TV, and more.Best deals for September 12Every day, AppleInsider searches online retailers to find offers and disco.....»»
2023 Chevrolet Bolt EV Overview
The 2023 Chevrolet Bolt EV makes the transition to all-electric driving easy with solid range, a roomy interior, and intuitive technologies. For 2023, this hatchback is available in 1LT and 2LT trims — and boasts a deeply discounted starting price.....»»
2023 Chevrolet Bolt EUV Overview
The 2023 Chevrolet Bolt EUV gives all-electric vehicle shoppers a compact SUV option with generous passenger and cargo space, plenty of modern technology, and close to 250 miles of driving range. For its second year on the market, the Bolt EUV has be.....»»
A superfast process for nanoscale machining
Cutting intricate patterns as small as several billionths of a meter deep and wide, the focused ion beam (FIB) is an essential tool for deconstructing and imaging tiny industrial parts to ensure they were fabricated correctly. When a beam of ions, ty.....»»
Mesmerizing video shows 50-mile-long lightning bolt shooting into space
Researchers recently conducted a detailed study of a gigantic jet of lightning that rose 50 miles into space back in 2018. On top of being massive, the jet also carried 100 times more electrical charge than a normal lightning bolt in a typical thunde.....»»
Poem: "My Father Flies into a Hurricane"
Science in meter and verse.....»»
CyberOne robot is Xiaomi’s answer to Tesla Bot
Xiaomi's CEO this week unveiled a 52 kilogram, 1.77-meter-tall humanoid robot called CyberOne. Check out the footage showing Xiaomi's latest creation in action......»»
Internet Society Foundation launches second round of innovation grants to advance internet connectivity
The Internet Society Foundation has launched a second round of grants to advance Internet access and connectivity around the world. Now in its second year, the The Building Opportunities/Leveraging Technologies (BOLT) grant program supports teams of.....»»
After making V8s more efficient, Tula turns its hand to EVs
The company wants to treat EV motors like a beating heart. Enlarge / Riding in Tula's DMD-equipped Chevrolet Bolt EV. (credit: Roberto Baldwin) SAN JOSE, CALIF.—Electric vehicles are all about small gains in efficiency leadi.....»»
Smart lighting system based on quantum dots more accurately reproduces daylight
Researchers have designed smart, color-controllable white light devices from quantum dots—tiny semiconductors just a few billionths of a meter in size—which are more efficient and have better color saturation than standard LEDs, and can dynamical.....»»
Daily deals July 24: $499 M1 Mac mini, $328 Vizio 55-inch smart TV, $79 AirTag 4-pack, more
Alongside refurbished iPad Pro deals, Sunday's best deals include $90 off an Acer 31.5-inch monitor, a HomeKit-compatible Level Bolt smart deadbolt, $1,900 off a Serial 1 eBike, and much more.Best deals for July 24AppleInsider checks online stores da.....»»
Daily deals July 24: $699 M1 Mac mini, $328 Vizio 55-inch smart TV, $79 AirTag 4-pack, more
Alongside refurbished iPad Pro deals, Sunday's best deals include $90 off an Acer 31.5-inch monitor, a HomeKit-compatible Level Bolt smart deadbolt, $1,900 off a Serial 1 eBike, and much more.Best deals for July 24AppleInsider checks online stores da.....»»