The privately funded killer-asteroid spotter is here
It's a new tool for tracking space-rock trajectories—even with limited data. Enlarge / Visualizing the trajectories through the Solar System of asteroids discovered by the Asteroid Discovery Analysis and Mapping platform. (credit:.....»»
Game on—the most metal of asteroid missions is back on the menu
"We believe Psyche is on a positive course for an October 2023 launch." Enlarge / Artist's illustration of NASA's Psyche spacecraft, now set to launch in October 2023. The Psyche mission will explore a metal-rich asteroid of the.....»»
Killer Walmart deal gets you this 75-inch 4K TV under $500
The Frameless 75-inch Onn 4K TV is one of the biggest TVs on sale right now, and it's nearly pure screen. Take a look while you can, and see if you're ready!.....»»
10 of the best turntable accessories for vinyl supremacy
Whether you’re a wedding DJ or an audiophile, these eight killer accessories will keep your vinyl clean, protected, and tip-top order for your next spin sesh......»»
UAE to send its first mission to solar system’s main asteroid belt
Following its mission to Mars, the United Arab Emirates plans to send spacecraft to the asteroid belt to investigate the history of the solar system......»»
Crater confusion caused Japan’s Hakuto lunar mission to fail
After examining all the data, Japanese startup ispace believes it now knows why its privately funded lunar mission ended in failure last month......»»
Want to be an asteroid miner? There"s a database for that
Asteroid mining is slowly but surely coming closer to reality. Many start-ups and governmental agencies alike are getting in on the action. But plenty of tools that would help get this burgeoning industry off the ground are still unavailable. One tha.....»»
UAE announces groundbreaking mission to asteroid belt, seeking clues to life"s origins
The United Arab Emirates unveiled plans Monday to send a spaceship to explore the solar system's main asteroid belt, the latest space project by the oil-rich nation after it launched the successful Hope spacecraft to Mars in 2020......»»
Technics EAH-AZ80 review: killer ANC with incredible comfort
A new ergonomic shape makes the Technics EAH-AZ80 comfortable enough for hours of quiet, immersive listening......»»
Apple"s headset will need killer apps & services to be successful
As Apple reportedly prepares to announce a mixed-reality headset at WWDC, analysts predict that the high cost and reliance on immersive apps and ecosystem integration will be key factors for its success.An Apple headset may launch in 2023With Apple's.....»»
Taiwan self-driving technology passes open-field test at Taoyuan Airport
Taiwan's self-driving technology has achieved a significant breakthrough as the government-funded Industrial Technology Research Institute (ITRI) has just successfully completed a test of driverless shuttle car service at the Taoyuan International Ai.....»»
Motorola Edge Plus (2023) review: a Pixel 7 Pro and Galaxy S23 killer
The Motorola Edge Plus (2023) is Motorola's answer to the Galaxy S23 and Pixel 7 Pro. But is it any good?.....»»
ITRI autonomous driving technology gaining international visibility
Taiwan's autonomous driving technology is gaining visibility in international markets, as the R&D team of the government-funded Industrial Technology Research Institute (ITRI) has obtained a permit from the Australian government to export its autonom.....»»
What if dinosaurs were already in decline when the asteroid struck?
Non-avian dinosaurs were probably in decline long before an asteroid smashing into the Yucatan Peninsula 66 million years ago sealed their fate, according to a University of Alberta paleontologist who says the ancient tale is chronicled at three stop.....»»
NASA"s LRO views impact site of HAKUTO-R mission 1 moon lander
The ispace HAKUTO-R Mission 1 lunar lander was launched on Dec. 11, 2022, a privately funded spacecraft planned to land on the lunar surface. After a several-month journey to the moon, the spacecraft started a controlled descent to the surface to lan.....»»
What"s behind the toxic algae producing killer shellfish in Alaska?
Most people probably associate algal blooms with red tides in Florida that can lead to skin irritation, burning eyes and rashes in exposed individuals......»»
Why Has a Group of Orcas Suddenly Started Attacking Boats?
Killer whales in a group near Spain and Portugal may be teaching one another to mess with small boats. They sank their third vessel earlier this month.....»»
Why are killer whales attacking boats? Expert Q&A
Orcas living off Europe's Iberian coast recently struck and sunk a yacht in the Strait of Gibraltar. Scientists suspect that this is the third vessel this subpopulation of killer whales has capsized since May 2020, when a female orca believed to be t.....»»
Failed antibiotic could be a game-changing weed killer for farmers
Weed killers of the future could soon be based on failed antibiotics......»»
With Tesla reconciling with Largan, will Asia Optical be dropped?
Market sources recently pointed out that Taiwan-based Largan Precision has privately settled its patent infringement "warning" against EV leader Tesla regarding automotive lenses. According to sources, Largan has already obtained most of Tesla's auto.....»»
Instrument to measure asteroid gravity tested for space
The first instrument to directly measure gravity on the surface of an asteroid has undergone testing in ESA's Mechanical Systems Laboratory......»»