Infineon to acquire GaN Systems
Germany-based Infineon Technologies announced on March 2, 2023 its plan to acquire Canada-based GaN Systems. According to a joint press release, the two have signed a definitive agreement under which Infineon will acquire GaN Systems for US$830 milli.....»»
NTT DATA Edge AI platform accelerates IT/OT convergence
NTT DATA unveiled its new Edge AI platform to accelerate IT/OT convergence by bringing AI processing to the edge. By processing data when and where it is generated and unifying diverse IoT devices, systems and data, this unique, fully managed solutio.....»»
Scientists integrate solid-state spin qubits with nanomechanical resonators
In a new Physical Review Letters study, scientists propose a new method for combining solid-state spin qubits with nanomechanical resonators for scalable and programmable quantum systems......»»
Waterfall Security HERA secures OT environments
Waterfall Security launched HERA – Hardware Enforced Remote Access, a new technology designed to enable safe and secure remote access into cyber-physical systems and OT networks. HERA allows organizations to reap the operational and economical.....»»
Understanding willingness to pay for nationwide wastewater surveillance in Japan
Globally, the COVID-19 pandemic and the increased likelihood of other such outbreaks in the future warrant the strengthening of epidemic surveillance systems. Among these, continuous wastewater surveillance at wastewater treatment plants is considere.....»»
Ten years of data preceding a rockfall in the French Alps suggest the need for more comprehensive monitoring systems
In August 2023, 14,000 cubic meters of sandstone and shale detached from a slope in the French Alps. This rockslide at La Praz closed a road and a major railway between France and Italy at least until the end of 2024......»»
Lunar leap: GNSS-powered autonomous navigation for moon-bound spacecraft
As lunar missions gain momentum, the demand for advanced navigation technologies that exceed traditional Earth-based systems grows. A new study addresses the challenges of weak Global Navigation Satellite System (GNSS) signals and spacecraft maneuver.....»»
North America auto manufacturing footprint unlikely to change through 2029, Chicago Fed says
Many existing plants will provide flexibility across propulsion systems as EV demand and consumer preferences fluctuate......»»
Additional taxes vs. water quotas: Study compares systems to manage water consumption in agriculture
Based on a mathematical programming model, a study finds that the proportional allocation of water, and not additional taxes on the resource, is more effective from the point of view of those engaged in agriculture......»»
Apple seeds fourth developer betas for its current-gen operating systems
Apple's developer beta testing of current-gen operating systems rolls on, with new builds of iOS 17.6, iPadOS 17.6, tvOS 17.6, watchOS 10.6, macOS Sonoma, and visionOS 1.3 available to download.iOS 17Developers who take part in Apple's beta program c.....»»
Foreign direct investments may fuel tropical deforestation
Foreign direct investments (FDI) in tropical countries in extractive industries like mining, logging and fossil fuels have a long, environmentally destructive track record in tropical countries. Are FDI in food systems another extractive industry?.....»»
Apple releases public betas of all next-gen OS updates, except for visionOS
Apple's public betas are usually stable enough for daily use, but be careful. Enlarge (credit: Apple) Apple's next-generation operating systems are taking their next step toward release today: Apple is issuing the first.....»»
Apple offers the first public betas of iOS 18 and the other fall operating systems
After a few rounds of developer betas, Apple has brought out its first public betas for iOS 18, iPadOS 18, tvOS 18, watchOS 11, and macOS Sequoia.Public betas are now availablePublic betas are considered to be beta builds that are somewhat safer for.....»»
Apple releases public betas of all next-gen OS updates, except for VisionOS
Apple's public betas are usually stable enough for daily use, but be careful. Enlarge (credit: Apple) Apple's next-generation operating systems are taking their next step toward release today: Apple is issuing the first.....»»
Delta 1.6 classic game emulator now available for iPad
The Delta emulator app that allows players to use their own ROM files for various retro gaming systems on an iPhone is now also available for the iPad.Delta now runs on iPhone and iPadThe emulator app from developer Riley Testut allows users to play.....»»
German Navy still uses 8-inch floppy disks, working on emulating a replacement
Four Brandenburg-class F123 warships employ floppies for data-acquisition systems. Enlarge / An example of an 8-inch floppy disk. It's unclear which brand disks the German Navy uses. (credit: Cromemco, CC BY-SA 4.0) Th.....»»
Algae instead of corals: A reef island adapts to changing environmental influences
Although it is surrounded by stressed coral reefs, an island in the Indonesian Spermonde Archipelago has not shrunk but continued to grow. Reef islands hence react dynamically to environmental changes that disturb their reef systems, according to a n.....»»
What flavor is that neutrino? Adding flavor helps to track neutrino movement in astrophysical systems
Neutrinos have a quantum mechanical property called "flavor." This flavor can transform as neutrinos move through space. A major challenge is to keep track of both the physical movement of the neutrinos and their change of flavor in astrophysical sys.....»»
Partial automated driving systems don’t make driving safer, study finds
Many driver assists do increase safety, but little evidence lane keeping is one. Enlarge / Nissan's ProPilot Assist was one of two partially automated driving systems to be studied for crash safety improvements. (credit: Nissan).....»»
Study introduces lead-coated nickel catalyst for enhanced hydrogen evolution reaction efficiency
In a recent collaboration, a research team developed a hydrogen evolution reaction catalyst that minimizes degradation caused by reverse current in alkaline water electrolysis systems......»»
Study: Targeted home systems to remove PFAS more cost-effective than system-wide solutions
PFAS, the potentially cancer-causing chemicals known as "forever chemicals," have become an increasing concern in home drinking water. Solutions to reduce the risk of exposure range from mandated municipal-level water treatment to under-the-sink home.....»»