This robotic gripper can lift delicate objects without breaking them
Humans have built cranes capable of lifting ridiculously heavy objects and moving them around with ease. We have also designed massive ships to transport large, heavy cargo across thousands of miles without breaking a sweat. But what if we wanted to.....»»
Kevin Hart’s Lift is so bad, it might make you want to cancel Netflix
I wish I had read the warnings about Lift before I watched Kevin Hart’s newest original Netflix movie. But even then, I think I would … The post Kevin Hart’s Lift is so bad, it might make you want to cancel Netflix appeared first on.....»»
Four factors that drove 2023"s extreme heat and climate disasters
Between the record-breaking global heat and extreme downpours, it's hard to ignore that something unusual is going on with the weather in 2023......»»
Like the Kevin Hart Netflix movie Lift? Then watch these great action movies right now
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First-Ever Biorobotic Heart Helps Scientists Study Cardiac Function
A model heart made from living tissue fused with robotic muscles could help researchers see how the organ works on the inside.....»»
How should boards handle visionary CEOs?
The recent firing and rapid rehiring of Sam Altman, the co-founder and CEO of ChatGPT creator OpenAI, illustrates the delicate dance between visionary CEOs and the boards who oversee them......»»
Lift review: An unpolished Netflix heist thriller
Lift has seemingly everything it needs to work, but it just doesn't. The new, Kevin Hart-led heist thriller is streaming now on Netflix......»»
7 most anticipated video game adaptations of 2024, ranked
After 2023's record-breaking success with The Super Mario Bros. Movie and The Last of Us, these are the most anticipated video game adaptations of 2024......»»
Daily Telescope: A monster protostar in a distant nebula
Even as astronomical objects go, that's a gargantuan protostar. Enlarge / A great view of NGC 7538. (credit: Paul Buckley) Welcome to the Daily Telescope. There is a little too much darkness in this world and not enou.....»»
Researchers use spinning metasurfaces to craft compact thermal imaging system
Researchers have developed a new technology that uses meta-optical devices to perform thermal imaging. The approach provides richer information about imaged objects, which could broaden the use of thermal imaging in fields such as autonomous navigati.....»»
Astronomers find direct link that supernovae give rise to black holes or neutron stars
Astronomers have found a direct link between the explosive deaths of massive stars and the formation of the most compact and enigmatic objects in the universe—black holes and neutron stars. With the help of the European Southern Observatory's Very.....»»
Beatbot makes a splash at CES 2024 with all-in-one robotic pool cleaner
The Beatbot AquaSense Pro, revealed at CES 2024, is a robotic pool cleaner that's entirely wireless and handles nearly all aspects of pool maintenance......»»
Extreme heat wave in East Antarctica driven by record-breaking "atmospheric river," analysis finds
Scientists have identified the intricate meteorological drivers that led to an intense heat wave across East Antarctica in from 15-19 March 2022. The heat wave, which affected an area of the size of India (3.3 million km2), was driven by the most int.....»»
Daily Telescope: A galactic neighborhood that isn’t
Hubble's still got it. Enlarge / Some objects in the mirror are closer than they appear. (credit: NASA, ESA, et. al.) Welcome to the Daily Telescope. There is a little too much darkness in this world and not enough li.....»»
Research reveals that corals are adapting to climate change in complex and varied ways
From intensifying wildfires to record-breaking floods year on year, the effects of climate change have manifested in devastating outcomes on ecosystems that threaten species worldwide. One such ecosystem in peril is coral reefs, which play a major ro.....»»
Ecovacs new Deebot X2 Combo brings Matter support to its flagship vacuum
Soon, robotic vacuum cleaners will work with Apple Home, including a CES 2024 debut in Ecovacs' new Deebot X2 Combo. Ecovacs DEEBOT X2 COMBO"The Ecovacs Deebot X2 Combo is an upgraded version of the company's Deebot X2 Omni that adds both Matter supp.....»»
Study of wide binary stars reveals new evidence for modified gravity at low acceleration
A new study published in The Astrophysical Journal reveals new evidence for standard gravity breaking down in an idiosyncratic manner at low acceleration. This new study reinforces the evidence for modified gravity that was previously reported in 202.....»»
Climate change likely to drive more floods in some parts of the US, fewer in others
By breaking down flooding analysis into its main physical mechanisms, researchers at Princeton have projected that climate change will markedly impact river basin flooding across the United States during the 21st century......»»
Roborock upgrades flagship robotic vacuum with Matter support & more
At CES 2024, Roborock has taken the wraps off its new lineup of smart home vacuum cleaners, including new flagship models that add support for Matter and Apple Home.Roborock S8 MaxV UltraDuring the annual tech conference in Las Vegas, Roborock reveal.....»»
Ecovacs upgrades the X2 Omni robot vacuum with a cordless vacuum attachment
Along with the new robot vacuum, Ecovacs revealed a robotic window cleaner, robot lawn mower, and an air purifier at CES 2024. Here's a look at the highlights......»»
Astronomers observe three iron rings in a planet-forming disk
The origin of Earth and the solar system inspires scientists and the public alike. By studying the present state of our home planet and other objects in the solar system, researchers have developed a detailed picture of the conditions when they evolv.....»»