UNStudio designs Munich apartment block with reconfigurable interiors
Amsterdam-based UNStudio has unveiled its Van B residential building in Munich, which will have plug-in furniture modules so that its apartments can be reconfigured. Read more Amsterdam-based UNStudio has unveiled its Van B residential bui.....»»
Vinigrol targets protein disulfide isomerase to block inflammatory response, shows study
Researchers led by Prof. Wang Lei from the Institute of Biophysics of the Chinese Academy of Science (CAS) and their collaborators have identified the direct target of vinigrol as protein disulfide isomerase (PDI) on the cell membrane. Vinigrol activ.....»»
Five ways NASA supercomputing takes missions from concept to reality
NASA high-end computing plays a key role in taking many agency missions from concept to application in the real world. From increasing accuracy of global weather forecasts for forecast entities (like NOAA) to warn of severe storms, to designs for fut.....»»
This inside-out design solves most of the rotary engine’s problems
LiquidPiston's designs will show up first in UAVs and generators. Enlarge / On the left, LiqudPiston's High Efficiency Hybrid Cycle engine, on the right, a 25 hp Kohler KDW1003 diesel engine. (credit: LiquidPiston) Rotar.....»»
Recording the first daily measurements of Earth"s rotation shifts
Researchers at the Technical University of Munich (TUM) have succeeded in measuring the Earth's rotation more exactly than ever before. The ring laser at the Geodetic Observatory Wettzell can now be used to capture data at a quality level unsurpassed.....»»
Lofree Block Wireless Mechanical Keyboard review: Retro, with modern elements sprinkled throughout
The Lofree Block Wireless Mech Keyboard has upgraded internal specs but a traditional exterior, unlike modern keyboards with colorful keycaps and patterns.Lofree Block Wireless Mechanical KeyboardMechanical keyboards are becoming increasingly popular.....»»
I fell in love with this adorable mini gaming PC
Ayaneo revealed a range of new products inspired by retro designs, with the headliner being an adorable mini PC that looks like a Mac......»»
Why more food, toiletry and beauty companies are switching to minimalist package designs
For decades, marketers of consumer goods designed highly adorned packages, deploying bold colors, snazzy text, cartoons and illustrations to seize the attention of shoppers. Conventional wisdom held that with thousands of products competing against o.....»»
This adorable mini gaming PC looks like a classic Mac
Ayaneo revealed a range of new products inspired by retro designs, with the headliner being an adorable mini PC that looks like a Mac......»»
Heat, cold, pollution, noise and insects: Too many apartment blocks aren"t up to the challenge
The COVID-19 pandemic highlighted the impacts of air quality on high-rise living. However, apartments face a range of atmospheric challenges. These include air and noise pollution, temperature and weather extremes, bushfire smoke and insects......»»
How to block people on TikTok
Here's a step-by-step guide to how to block people on TikTok. TikTok sometimes feels like a lawless land full of multi-layered discourse, trends, and unruly comment sections. And there are times when you need to set boundaries for your peace of.....»»
Nomad launches MagSafe-compatible Charge Mount with glass design, 70W Car Charger, more
Nomad first launched its premium Base One series of MagSafe chargers in 2022 with solid metal and glass designs. Now, the popular Apple accessory maker brings that sharp aesthetic to your vehicle with Mount and Charge Mount alongside a dual USB-C 70W.....»»
Epic lays out Google’s alleged “bribe and block” monopoly strategy in trial opening
Google says "bribe is a pretty strong word" for efforts to court app developers. Enlarge / How's about we just forget about those plans for a competing Android app store? (credit: Getty Images | krisanapong detraphiphat).....»»
Good news for clumsy divers: Physics holds the key to less-painful belly-flops
Insights could help improve future designs of naval ships, seaplanes, or projectiles. Brown researchers set up a belly flop-like water experiment using a blunt cylinder, adding an important vibrating twist to it that ul.....»»
Good news for clumsy divers: Physics holds the key to less-painful belly flops
Insights could help improve future designs of naval ships, seaplanes, or projectiles. Brown researchers set up a belly flop-like water experiment using a blunt cylinder, adding an important vibrating twist to it that ul.....»»
Elon Musk tries to avoid testifying in Twitter-stock probe, asks court for help
Musk urges court to block subpoena, claims SEC is politically motivated. Enlarge / Elon Musk at an AI event with Britain Prime Minister Rishi Sunak in London on Thursday, Nov. 2, 2023. (credit: Getty Images | WPA Pool ).....»»
The roadblocks to preventive cybersecurity success
In the last two years, the average organization’s cybersecurity program was prepared to defend preventively, or block, just 57% of the cyberattacks it encountered, according to Tenable. This means 43% of attacks launched against them are successful.....»»
Apple could still face $2 billion penalty over iPhone throttling from years ago
One of the final remnants of iPhone Batterygate from the previous decade lives to see another day. Apple has failed to block a $2 billion lawsuit out of the UK that seeks damages over the long since resolved iPhone performance throttling issue. m.....»»
Best iPhone 15 cases [Updated: Spigen Enzo bulletproof, military designs, more]
Our 2023 roundup of the best iPhone 15 cases has now been updated once again to wrap Apple’s latest handsets is the most notable covers out there. This year’s list of the best iPhone 15 cases is headlined by Apple’s latest collection for folks.....»»
The Physics of Faraday Cages
You can't block electromagnetic waves, but there's still a way to keep electronic devices like cell phones in stealth mode......»»
Study demonstrates on-demand locomotion of physical intelligence–encoded electronics
Beyond flexible electronics, which can be deformed into 3D curvilinear shapes through passive mechanical strain, shape-reconfigurable electronics hold significant promise as the next generation of electronic devices......»»