Simulating microswimmers in nematic fluids
New research shows how control over self-propelled microswimmers could be achieved using exotic materials named 'nematic liquid crystals' - whose viscosity and elasticity can vary depending on the direction of an applied force......»»
Where was the pleasure when Anthony lost his "ass virginity" in "And Just Like That"?
'And Just Like That' season 2 episode 11 featured Anthony Marentino (Mario Cantone) losing his "ass virginity" or bottoming for the first time. But where was the sexual pleasure? Sex in real life is messy. You end up with lube or bodily fluids.....»»
Study proves the difficulty of simulating random quantum circuits for classical computers
Quantum computers, technologies that perform computations leveraging quantum mechanical phenomena, could eventually outperform classical computers on many complex computational and optimization problems. While some quantum computers have attained rem.....»»
Researchers reveal electronic nematicity without charge density waves in titanium-based kagome metal
Electronic nematic order in kagome materials has thus far been entangled with charge density waves. Now it is finally observed as a stand-alone phase in a titanium-based Kagome metal, a team of researchers led by Boston College physicists reported re.....»»
Let there be matter: Simulating the creation of matter from photon–photon collisions
A team led by researchers at Osaka University and University of California, San Diego has conducted simulations of creating matter solely from collisions of light particles. Their method circumvents what would otherwise be the intensity limitations o.....»»
Stick-to-itiveness: Engineers show self-organization of sticky micron-to-mesoscale 3D structures in confined fluids
Automating the construction of three-dimensional structures that are 10s of millimeters in size would revolutionize manufacturing of devices for optical, electrical and biomedical applications. An economical process for constructing such 3D microstru.....»»
Simulating damage propagation in composite materials to realize high-quality carbon fiber reinforced plastics
Structural materials with useful mechanical properties have applications in a diverse range of fields. A reliable way to enhance the properties of structural materials is to make them lighter without compromising their strength......»»
Simulation claims to find solutions to a central mystery in space physics
How are plasma eruptions in near-Earth space formed? Vlasiator, a model designed at the University of Helsinki for simulating near-Earth space, demonstrated that the two central theories on the occurrence of eruptions are simultaneously valid: erupti.....»»
Physicists discover a new switch for superconductivity
Under certain conditions—usually exceedingly cold ones—some materials shift their structure to unlock new, superconducting behavior. This structural shift is known as a "nematic transition," and physicists suspect that it offers a new way to driv.....»»
Unlocking the secrets to Mars by simulating the planet"s geology and hydrology
Humans have been fascinated by Mars probably since the first of the species turned their gaze to the night sky. Space exploration today attests to that continuing fascination......»»
"Treadmill" for microswimmers allows closer look at behavior
A team from the McKelvey School of Engineering at Washington University in St. Louis and Massachusetts Institute of Technology has created an acoustic microfluidic method that offers new opportunities to conduct experiments with swimming cells and mi.....»»
Study describes the melting of gold nanoparticles in gold-bearing fluids in the Earth"s crust
Gold is a precious metal that has always fascinated humans. From Priam's Treasure to the legend of El Dorado, gold—regarded as the noblest of metals—has been a symbol of splendor and wealth in many civilizations. Historically, gold deposits were.....»»
New study explains interaction between quantized vortices and normal fluids
Osaka Metropolitan University scientists investigated numerically the interaction between a quantized vortex and a normal fluid. Based on the experimental results, researchers decided the most consistent of several theoretical models. They found that.....»»
Forecasting tool used by the UN expands its range of crops to include alfalfa
The Department of Agronomy at the University of Cordoba, together with the IAS–CSIC, has improved the AquaCrop growth simulation model used by the UN by introducing the option of simulating alfalfa yield with precision......»»
Peanut butter is a liquid—the physics of this and other unexpected fluids
Those Transportation Security Administration requirements are drilled into every frequent flyer's head: You can carry on liquids that are only less than 3.4 ounces (100 milliliters) in volume each......»»
Scientists take an important step toward using quantum computers to advance materials science
A team of scientists from the U.S. Department of Energy's Ames National Laboratory demonstrated a way to advance the role of quantum computing in materials research with an adaptive algorithm for simulating materials. Quantum computers have potential.....»»
Swedish quantum computer applied to chemistry for the first time
There are high expectations that quantum computers may deliver revolutionary new possibilities for simulating chemical processes. This could have a major impact on everything from the development of new pharmaceuticals to new materials. Researchers a.....»»
How to build a robot arm that can flex in the moon"s frigid south pole
Extreme cold is merciless on machinery. Fluids thicken to useless goo. Rubber seals stiffen and crack......»»
Why robotic worms could one day dig beneath your feet
Simulating an earthworm's movement is difficult, but could have very useful real-world applications......»»
Laboratory solar flares reveal clues to mechanism behind bursts of high-energy particles
Simulating solar flares on a scale the size of a banana, researchers at Caltech have parsed out the process by which these massive explosions blast potentially harmful energetic particles and X-rays into the cosmos. Their research is published in the.....»»
Earth"s anisotropic inner core structure driven by dipole geomagnetic field, reveals study
A geomagnetic field is generated in Earth's interior and extends into outer space to protect Earth from cosmic radiation and the charged particles of solar wind. The magnetic field is generated by the convection of charged molten iron fluids in Earth.....»»