Spaghetti, windowsill, and LEGO: On-the-fly composites modeling
Sure, they're mixed metaphors—but just as modeling is a close estimate of real-world processes, so too are verbal explanations of such nuanced arithmetic. Trisha Sain, assistant professor of mechanical engineering, explores multiscale physics by th.....»»
Valve’s leaked Steam Deck “Model 1030” probably isn’t a full “Version 2.0”
Extra portable pixel-pushing power from Valve is still likely a few years off. Enlarge / The Steam Deck, doing some outdoor modeling. (credit: Sam Machkovech) Portable PC gamers who have been anticipating a new Steam Dec.....»»
Animal Crossing is the next Nintendo franchise to get the Lego treatment
Nintendo is teasing a Animal Crossing themed collaboration with Lego......»»
3D sculpting tool ZBrush will get native iPad app in 2024
Popular sculpting software ZBrush is set to get an iPad version for 2024, as revealed during the company's 2023 Summit.Image Credit: PixologicZBrush is a digital sculpting and modeling software widely used in the entertainment and gaming industries......»»
Model of photosynthetic antenna suggests different types of plants may grow on Earth-like rocky planets
A small team of biologists, environmental scientists and chemists at Queen Mary University of London, U.K., has found via modeling, that it might be possible for different types of plants to grow on Earth-like rocky planets. In their paper published.....»»
Research reveals overlooked parts of proteins as critical to fundamental functions of life
According to textbooks, proteins work by folding into stable 3D shapes that, like Lego blocks, precisely fit with other biomolecules......»»
Almost 300 Lego sets are on sale today — from $6
There's a Lego sale on Best Buy right now, so if you're planning to purchase the bricks for your child or for yourself, you should check out what's available......»»
Is statistical modeling for glacier loss accurate?
Glacier loss is a pressing concern worldwide, with ice melt impacting freshwater supplies, sea-level rise and ocean circulation. Often, global glacier models are employed to better understand the extent of this threat, such as a recent model that sho.....»»
Accounting for oxygen in modeling coastal ecosystems
Driven by climate change and pollution, the decline of oxygen levels in oceans is altering biogeochemical cycles, threatening marine plants, animals and ecosystems. But how accurately are we projecting the fate of marine life? If models of marine eco.....»»
Researchers revive a chemical synthesis method abandoned a century ago. Why?
Organic synthesis is the art of creating molecules, used for creating essential items like pharmaceuticals, agrochemicals, and materials for high-tech gadgets such as smartphones. Think of it as playing with LEGO bricks at a microscopic level—chemi.....»»
Modeling shows fires from volcanic activity could greatly increase area affected by eruption
An international research team, including researchers from GNS Science, has released a study into the potential threat of fires caused by volcanic eruptions. The study investigated how far fires ignited by hot rock projectiles from a volcanic eruptio.....»»
Chemists used machine learning and molecular modeling to identify potential anticancer drugs
RUDN University chemists and colleagues from China built several machine learning models and discovered a group of potential drugs that inhibit the enzyme responsible for uncontrolled cell division. The results were published in Biomedicines......»»
New developments in the accurate simulation of atmospheric carbon dioxide
The Chinese Academy of Sciences Earth System Model (CAS-ESM2.0), a sophisticated Earth modeling tool, has achieved a major breakthrough in fully coupled atmospheric CO2 simulation, as revealed in Advances in Atmospheric Sciences......»»
Bridging the gap: New terrain smoothing method refines downslope windstorm modeling
Researchers from the UK Met Office, in collaboration with the Chinese Academy of Meteorological Sciences, have developed an advanced terrain-smoothing technique that significantly improves the modeling of downslope windstorms. This innovative approac.....»»
Lego Star Wars: The Skywalker Saga cheats and codes
Cheat codes are notoriously cryptic and impossible to guess, so here's a full list of Lego Star Wars: The Skywalker Saga cheats and what they unlock......»»
New study disproves Leonardo da Vinci"s "rule of trees"
A "rule of trees" developed by Leonardo da Vinci to describe how to draw trees has been largely adopted by science when modeling trees and how they function......»»
Over 200 Lego sets are discounted right now — from $5
There's a Lego sale on Best Buy right now, so if you're planning to purchase the bricks for your child or for yourself, you should check out what's available......»»
Modeling climate extremes to show effect on atmospheric carbon
Researchers from Oak Ridge National Laboratory and Northeastern University modeled how extreme conditions in a changing climate affect the land's ability to absorb atmospheric carbon—a key process for mitigating human-caused emissions. They found t.....»»
Scientists develop a mathematical model to optimize the design of thermal protection systems for spacecraft
Mechanics from St Petersburg University have developed a mathematical model that takes into account non-equilibrium processes occurring at high velocities in the gas flow and on the surface. This model can be used for detailed modeling of the interac.....»»
Researchers develop model system to assess the efficacy of shark sanctuaries
Virginia Tech researchers in the College of Natural Resources and Environment are assessing the efficacy of shark sanctuaries by developing a modeling system that utilizes publicly accessible fishing data to determine shark catch and mortality rates......»»
The best movies on Hulu right now (September 2023)
The Banshees of Inisherin, Evil Dead, Bend It Like Beckham, and The LEGO Movie are among the latest additions to the best movies on Hulu right now......»»