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Rescuing the Integral spacecraft: No thrust? No problem

A year ago tomorrow, a failure on the Integral spacecraft meant it fired its thrusters for likely the last time. In the days since, the spacecraft in Earth orbit has continued to shed light on the violent gamma ray universe, and it should soon be wor.....»»

Category: topSource:  physorgJul 19th, 2021

Thriving scorpion population is stinging problem for Brazil

Forget snakes, it's scorpions Brazilians most need to worry about......»»

Category: topSource:  physorgRelated NewsNov 7th, 2024

I have a bone to pick with the Ryzen 7 9800X3D

The Ryzen 7 9800X3D is a universally-praised gaming CPU, but I have a problem with it and how AMD has approached this generation......»»

Category: topSource:  digitaltrendsRelated NewsNov 6th, 2024

The PS5 Pro’s biggest problem is that the PS5 is already very good

For $700, I was hoping for a much larger leap in visual impact. In many ways, the timing of Sony's 2016 launch of the PS4 Pro couldn't have been better. The slightly upgraded vers.....»»

Category: topSource:  arstechnicaRelated NewsNov 6th, 2024

Amazon’s New Color-display eReader has a Problem

The company is aware of the issue. The post Amazon’s New Color-display eReader has a Problem appeared first on Phandroid. Not too long ago, Amazon recently announced the launch of its Kindle Colorsoft Signature Edition, its first-eve.....»»

Category: asiaSource:  phandroidRelated NewsNov 5th, 2024

"The nastiest soils on Earth" are getting recognized as a bigger problem

Acid sulfate soils are characterized by their orange hue and their tendency to kill surrounding vegetation and fish. Anders Johnson's extensive research along Sweden's coastline reveals the widespread presence of these soils, underscoring their signi.....»»

Category: topSource:  physorgRelated NewsNov 5th, 2024

Study identifies promising materials for fusion reactors

Nuclear fusion could be an ideal solution to mankind's energy problem, guaranteeing a virtually limitless source of power without greenhouse gas emissions. But there are still huge technological challenges to overcome before getting there, and some o.....»»

Category: topSource:  physorgRelated NewsNov 5th, 2024

After 31 cargo missions, NASA finds Dragon still has some new tricks

Typically, most of the ISS propulsion comes from the Russian segment of the space station. A Cargo Dragon spacecraft docked to the International Space Station on Tuesday morning,.....»»

Category: topSource:  arstechnicaRelated NewsNov 5th, 2024

Moon waves goodbye to Hera

As ESA's Hera mission for planetary defense departed its homeworld, it looked back to Earth to show the moon orbiting around it. In this sequence of images the terrestrial disk gradually shrinks as the spacecraft recedes away from it, and the moon mo.....»»

Category: topSource:  physorgRelated NewsNov 5th, 2024

Still kickin" since the "70s: NASA"s Voyager mission keeps exploring

NASA's Voyager mission launched in the 1970s. Today, it's making history as it conducts new science. But how are two spacecraft from the '70s not just surviving, but thriving farther out in space than any other spacecraft has been before?.....»»

Category: topSource:  physorgRelated NewsNov 5th, 2024

Can’t choose? No problem. Buy two get 20% off on both SUPCASE and i-Blason cases

Looking for a new phone case? Don't miss this huge sale available at SUPCASE and i-Blason allowing you to buy two and get 20% off your order......»»

Category: topSource:  digitaltrendsRelated NewsNov 4th, 2024

Apophis: A new European space mission could get up close with a large asteroid that"s set to brush by Earth

The European Space Agency has given the go-ahead for initial work on a mission to visit an asteroid called (99942) Apophis. If approved at a key meeting next year, the robotic spacecraft, known as the Rapid Apophis Mission for Space Safety (Ramses),.....»»

Category: topSource:  physorgRelated NewsNov 4th, 2024

A new update fixes the Snapdragon 8 Elite’s overheating issues — or does it?

Smartphone maker Realme has issued a software fix for the GT 7 Pro and its overheating Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite chip. Has it solved the problem?.....»»

Category: topSource:  digitaltrendsRelated NewsNov 4th, 2024

Apple offers free repair for bad iPhone 14 Plus batch with camera woes

Apple has launched a free servicing program to fix a small bunch of iPhone 14 Plus units that were affected by blank camera preview problem......»»

Category: topSource:  digitaltrendsRelated NewsNov 2nd, 2024

Collisions between planes and birds follow seasonal patterns and overlap with breeding and migration—new research

Bird strikes with aircraft pose a serious threat to human safety. The problem dates back to the early days of aviation, with the first death of a pilot recorded in 1912 when an aircraft crashed into the sea after striking a gull......»»

Category: topSource:  physorgRelated NewsNov 2nd, 2024

How and why people spread rumors is key to understanding how false information travels and takes root

On Sept. 20, 2024, a newspaper in Montana reported an issue with ballots provided to overseas voters registered in the state: Kamala Harris was not on the ballot. Election officials were able to quickly remedy the problem, but not before accusations.....»»

Category: topSource:  physorgRelated NewsNov 2nd, 2024

Aging spacecraft starts up a radio transmitter it hasn’t used since 1981 from 15 billion miles away

Aging spacecraft starts up a radio transmitter it hasn’t used since 1981 from 15 billion miles away.....»»

Category: topSource:  marketingvoxRelated NewsNov 1st, 2024

How the iPad Pro became integral to college football teams

Earlier this year, the NCAA approved new technology rules for college football. The ACC, SEC, and Big Ten subsequently announced partnerships with Apple to integrate the iPad into their workflows. In a post on its newsroom today, Apple dives into.....»»

Category: gadgetSource:  9to5macRelated NewsNov 1st, 2024

Distracted driving tool shows just how far you can travel while texting

The key to being safe as a driver is to keep your eyes on the road. Humans who think they can multitask while sitting at the wheel of a moving car continue to be a problem—one t.....»»

Category: topSource:  arstechnicaRelated NewsNov 1st, 2024

What is happening with Boeing’s Starliner spacecraft?

Among the options NASA and Boeing are considering: a Starliner cargo flight Boeing's Starliner spacecraft safely landed empty in the New Mexico desert about eight weeks ago, marki.....»»

Category: topSource:  arstechnicaRelated NewsNov 1st, 2024

Nigeria"s universities need to revamp their entrepreneurship courses. They"re not meeting student needs

Youth unemployment has been a problem in Nigeria for decades. This is why policymakers are increasingly turning to entrepreneurship education as a solution. It is hoped that entrepreneurship will reduce reliance on formal jobs and create more opportu.....»»

Category: topSource:  marketingvoxRelated NewsNov 1st, 2024