Petroleum engineers develop technology to simulate mechanical properties of subterranean rock
A test facility simulating rock positions was developed in Samara Polytech. It allows carrying out many experiments with the core material under conditions close to rock positions at different depths......»»
Can AI improve plant-based meats? Using mechanical testing and machine learning to mimic the sensory experience
Cutting back on animal protein in our diets can save on resources and greenhouse gas emissions. But convincing meat-loving consumers to switch up their menu is a challenge. Looking at this problem from a mechanical engineering angle, Stanford enginee.....»»
The new ecolinguistics: A vision for the future of language learning
An article published in Frontiers of Digital Education advocates for a transformative approach to language learning by introducing a new ecolinguistics framework that emphasizes the dynamic interplay between language, technology, and embodied engagem.....»»
Simple table salt enhances new adhesive polymer technology
Adhesives are everywhere, from the tape used in households to the bonding materials in vehicles and electronics. The search for stronger, more adaptable adhesives is ongoing and may come down to adding a dash of salt to two special polymer ingredient.....»»
Red One review: a spectacular holiday misfire
Red One is the latest addition to The Rock's current, unfortunate streak of disappointing blockbusters......»»
Biofouling release technology to protect ship hulls
How do you stop marine organisms from colonizing a tanker? Creative answers are needed to solve this problem, such as from the field of chemistry......»»
Mechanical metamaterial enables long-distance component interaction for unique stretching properties
Metamaterials are artificial materials that do not occur in nature. Their components function like atoms in conventional materials but have special optical, electrical and magnetic properties. Interaction between the components is crucial to a metama.....»»
Physicists create the first fully mechanical qubit
A team of physicists at ETH Zürich has built the first-ever working mechanical qubit. In their paper published in the journal Science, the group describes their novel idea for creating such a qubit and how well it has worked during testing......»»
Silver-silica composite catalyst inspired by geochemical cycling exhibits reversible local pH control
A research team led by Dr. Hyung-Suk Oh and Dr. Woong Hee Lee at the Clean Energy Research Center at Korea Institute of Science and Technology (KIST) has developed a silver-silica composite catalyst capable of reversible local pH control through a si.....»»
Oscilar Cognitive Identity Intelligence Platform combats AI-powered fraud
Oscilar unveiled its Cognitive Identity Intelligence Platform to combat the rising tide of AI-powered fraud. The platform’s proprietary “Digital & Behavior Identification” technology transforms digital identity verification in an er.....»»
M4 MacBook Pro display uses quantum dot film for more vibrant color & motion performance
A display analyst shared that Apple has shifted from traditional red KSF phosphor film to quantum dot film in the latest MacBook Pro models with M4.M4 MacBook Pro. Image source: AppleQuantum dot technology isn't new, in fact, Apple has been investiga.....»»
I, too, installed an open source garage door opener, and I’m loving it
OpenGarage restored my home automations and gave me a whole bunch of new ideas. Like Ars Senior Technology Editor Lee Hutchinson, I have a garage. The door on that garage is opene.....»»
New route to quantum spin liquid materials discovered
A new route to materials with complex disordered magnetic properties at the quantum level has been produced by scientists for the first time. The material, based on a framework of ruthenium, fulfills the requirements of the Kitaev quantum spin liquid.....»»
NASA tests new AI chatbot to make sense of complex data
NASA has partnered with Microsoft to develop an AI-powered chatbot aimed at making sense of vast amounts of Earth-related science data......»»
Markets for forest products respond to technology, says report
Technology is changing every facet of the forest products market. That may mean fewer jobs in the future as the industry shifts to labor-saving technology, with the steepest declines in the pulp and paper sector, according to a new report released by.....»»
M4 MacBook Pro use quantum dot film for more vibrant color & motion performance
A display analyst shared that Apple has shifted from traditional red KSF phosphor film to quantum dot film in the latest MacBook Pro models with M4.M4 MacBook Pro. Image source: AppleQuantum dot technology isn't new, in fact, Apple has been investiga.....»»
NIST is chipping away at NVD backlog
The National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) is clearing the backlog of unprocessed CVE-numbered vulnerabilities in the National Vulnerability Database (NVD), but has admitted that their initial estimate of when they would finish the job.....»»
Poor teacher training partly to blame for stalled engineering diversity goals
Diversifying the science, technology, engineering and math fields has long been a top priority of many universities and tech companies. It's also a goal of the National Science Foundation, the biggest funder of university-led research and development.....»»
Theoretical model explains the anomalous properties of water in extreme conditions
Water, a molecule essential for life, has unusual properties—known as anomalies—that define its behavior. However, there are still many enigmas about the molecular mechanisms that would explain the anomalies that make the water molecule unique. D.....»»
Go Behind the Scenes at The Tinkering Workshop With Ryan Jenkins
Ryan Jenkins talked about his new book, The Tinkering Workshop, which presents a wide variety of ways to play and create with art, science and technology using everyday materials. The post Go Behind the Scenes at The Tinkering Workshop With Ryan Jen.....»»
Digital digs: Technology preserving Europe"s cultural heritage
Technological advancements such as 3D scans based on drone images are helping archaeologists document Europe's heritage before sites and artifacts are lost to future generations......»»