This 18-rotor passenger drone could fly at the Paris Olympics
Volocopter recently tested its extraordinary 18-rotor passenger drone and says its wants to offer flight services at the Paris Olympics in 2024......»»
A better handle on the emissions budget for the Paris climate targets
A team of scientists from the University of Exeter, Met Office, and Imperial College have found a new way to calculate the total carbon emissions consistent with the Paris climate targets of 1.5°C and 2°C of global warming......»»
Russia’s Starlink use sparks probe into SpaceX compliance with US sanctions
Despite US sanctions, Russia using Starlink "to coordinate attacks" in Ukraine. Enlarge / A Starlink terminal used by the Ukraine army for drone operations in May 2023. (credit: Getty Images | Pacific Press ) Democratic.....»»
Drawings of mathematical problems predict their resolution
A team from the University of Geneva (UNIGE), in collaboration with CY Cergy Paris University (CYU) and University of Burgundy (uB), have analyzed drawings made by children and adults when solving simple problems. The scientists found that, whatever.....»»
Designing a drone that uses adaptive invisibility: Towards autonomous sea-land-air cloaks
The idea of objects seamlessly disappearing, not just in controlled laboratory environments but also in real-world scenarios, has long captured the popular imagination. This concept epitomizes the trajectory of human civilization, from primitive camo.....»»
India"s "drone sisters" steer farming and social change
Once a housewife in rural India, Sharmila Yadav always wanted to be a pilot and is now living her dream remotely, flying a heavy-duty drone across the skies to cultivate the country's picturesque farmlands......»»
Opinion: Why hosting an Olympics competition in Tahiti is a really bad idea
Last year, the International Olympic Committee announced that the South Pacific island of Tahiti will host the two-day surfing competition for the 2024 Paris Summer Games. The site in question, Teahupo'o, is revered among surfers for the legendary sp.....»»
Get this beginner-friendly drone while it"s $99.99
Save 50% on the Ninja Dragon Alpha Z Pro camera drone at the Mashable Shop. TL;DR: As of March 1, you can snag the Ninja Dragon Alpha Z Pro 4K camera drone for only $99.99 instead of $199.99 — that's a savings of 50%.Flying a drone for th.....»»
Does hosting the Olympics, the World Cup or other major sports events really pay off?
After a long battle, Paris's beloved bouquinistes will be staying put this summer. The decision, announced on 13 February by the French government, came after considerable public backlash to the police prefecture's original plan to move part of the i.....»»
Get two dual-camera 4K drones for $145
Get a white and black Ninja drone both with 4K front cameras for $145. TL;DR: As of February 19, get these two 4K camera drones for $144.99 — a savings of 63%. If you've always wanted to try flying a drone, this combo could be a great opp.....»»
Lessons from the pandemic: The trouble with working from home
Remember when COVID-19 hit, and suddenly everyone was working from home? Well, a team of researchers in Montreal and Paris decided to dig deeper into how this shift affected office workers during the pandemic......»»
The 3 best (reputable) DJI Drone alternatives in 2024
If you want DJI drone alternatives, there aren't many choices out there. Here are the ones that actually work......»»
Snoop Dogg can"t wait to "shake it up" at the 2024 Olympics
Snoop Dogg talks about his upcoming gig covering the 2024 Olympics in Paris for NBC. Rapper Snoop Dogg is entering a new phase of his storied career, adding "Olympic correspondent" to his resume.In January, NBC announced that Snoop Dogg would b.....»»
Shell closures spell trouble for hydrogen in a prime passenger-vehicle market
A Shell Oil subsidiary shuttered its light-duty hydrogen fueling station network in California, which could stymie automakers' efforts to make fuel cell vehicles popular in a key market......»»
Fluffy nuisance: Paris sends Invalides rabbits into exile
Tourists and Parisians have long been accustomed to the sight of wild rabbits frolicking around the lawns of the historic Invalides memorial complex, one of the French capital's great landmarks......»»
Retail H2 stations close in California while H2 heavy trucking expands
Hydrogen still makes sense for fixed-route heavy vehicles—but not passenger cars. Enlarge (credit: Krisztian Bocsi/Bloomberg via Getty Images) Shell has closed all seven of its retail hydrogen filling stations in Calif.....»»
UAW calls for higher tariffs on vehicles, auto parts amid USMCA concerns
The UAW argues the 2.5 percent tariff on passenger cars and parts from nations with most-favored status isn't strict enough to reinforce compliance with the USMCA and prevent Chinese companies from gaining access to the U.S. auto market through Mexic.....»»
Mimas" surprise: Tiny moon holds young ocean beneath icy shell
Hidden beneath the heavily cratered surface of Mimas, one of Saturn's smallest moons lies a secret: a global ocean of liquid water. This astonishing discovery, led by Dr. Valéry Lainey of the Observatoire de Paris-PSL and published in the journal Na.....»»
France backs Renault"s current plan amid Stellantis merger talk, report says
Paris supports Renault's efforts to build its business as a stand-alone company through new tech partnerships, a government source said, amid reports of a possible merger with Stellantis......»»
ZF to invest $500 million in South Carolina transmission plant
The investment aims to transform the plant into a flexible manufacturer of parts for electric and gasoline-powered vehicles alike, as well as both passenger cars and commercial vehicles......»»
Hurry! This DJI drone just had its price slashed to $300
The DJI Mini 2 SE with a remote control and the capability to record 2K videos at 30 frames per second is available from Best Buy at $300 after a $40 discount......»»