Will strong and fast-switching artificial muscle be feasible?
In the American action movie "Pacific Rim," giant robots called "Jaegers" fight against unknown monsters to save mankind. These robots are equipped with artificial muscles that mimic real living bodies and defeat monsters with power and speed. Resear.....»»
Perceptions of "good" schools are heavily dependent on the preparation of the students entering them, study finds
Are schools that feature strong test scores highly effective, or do they mostly enroll students who are already well-prepared for success? A study co-authored by MIT scholars concludes that widely disseminated school quality ratings reflect the prepa.....»»
Quantum computing progress: Higher temps, better error correction
Amazon, IBM, and traditional silicon makers all working toward error correction. Enlarge (credit: vital) There's a strong consensus that tackling most useful problems with a quantum computer will require that the compute.....»»
Essential elements of a strong data protection strategy
In this Help Net Security interview, Matt Waxman, SVP and GM for data protection at Veritas Technologies, discusses the components of a robust data protection strategy, emphasizing the escalating threat of ransomware. He highlights the importance of.....»»
UGREEN’s Newest Powerbanks come with on-the-go Fast Charging
UGREEN recently announced the launch of its 5,000 and 10,000 magnetic power banks, which are designed for easy battery top-ups for users on the move. The post UGREEN’s Newest Powerbanks come with on-the-go Fast Charging appeared first on Phandr.....»»
Apple teases ‘Absolutely Incredible’ AI-focused WWDC
Apple officially set the dates for WWDC 2024 today, revealing that the event will take place from June 10 through June 14. As if there were any doubts that artificial intelligence will be a key part of WWDC this year, Apple’s marketing boss Greg Jo.....»»
Apple may not release its own generative chatbot in iOS 18
WWDC 2024 is just a few months away, and the company is gearing up to discuss artificial intelligence — but one key Apple-made feature may not make its debut in iOS 18.A Siri icon superimposed on Apple ParkApple's Worldwide Developers Conference is.....»»
Why the Baltimore Bridge Collapsed So Quickly
Steel structures aren’t as strong as you might think—and the immense power of a container ship shouldn’t be underestimated......»»
Artificial reef designed by engineers could protect marine life, reduce storm damage
The beautiful, gnarled, nooked-and-crannied reefs that surround tropical islands serve as a marine refuge and natural buffer against stormy seas. But as the effects of climate change bleach and break down coral reefs around the world, and extreme wea.....»»
New EPA rule provides clarity, flexibility for the EV transition, suppliers say
Suppliers praised revisions the EPA made to its vehicle emission standards, saying the new rule provides clarity on where the EV market is headed while giving the industry enough leeway to make the targets feasible......»»
COLUMN: Is the Dodge Charger trapped between the past and the future?
Meshing muscle car heritage with EV technology could leave Dodge with few customers from either camp......»»
DNA nanotube rings: Research team develops important building block for artificial cells
During cell division, a ring forms around the cell equator, which contracts to divide the cell into two daughter cells. Together with researchers from Heidelberg, Dresden, Tübingen and Harvard, Professor Jan Kierfeld and Lukas Weise from the Departm.....»»
Ultrafast plasmonics for all-optical switching and pulsed lasers
Plasmonics is playing a crucial role in advancing nanophotonics, as plasmonic structures exhibit a wide range of physical characteristics that are benefited by localized and intensified light-matter interactions. These properties are exploited in num.....»»
CATL working with Tesla on fast-charging cells, supplying Nevada
Contemporary Amperex Technology Co. Ltd. is working on faster charging batteries for Tesla Inc. as Elon Musk’s automaker seeks to defend its market share and roll out an electric car for under $25,000......»»
iPhone 16 Pro: New A18 Pro chip to offer powerful on-device AI performance
According to a new analyst note from Jeff Pu at Haitong International Tech Research, seen by 9to5Mac, Apple is planning changes to the A18 Pro chip specifically for on-device artificial intelligence. Pu also writes that Apple is ramping up A18 Pro ch.....»»
Breakaway parties threaten to disrupt South Korea"s two-party system. Can they also end parliamentary gridlock?
Contemporary South Korean politics has traditionally been dominated by just two main parties—in common with many other countries with strong presidential systems. But that could soon change......»»
Tesla opens Superchargers to rivals, marking a milestone for EV adoption
Ford was the first to get access to the Tesla network on Feb. 29, followed by Rivian. Many more brands will be added, doubling fast-charger access in the U.S......»»
Study of car lenders shows AI could mitigate bias and open lending to marginalized customers
Lenders operating in indirect retail channels such as car dealerships could improve their profit margins by over a third by using artificial intelligence to support the retailers' salespeople rather than rely on salespeople alone to price loans at th.....»»
Q&A: Researchers warn of danger, call for pause in bringing AI to schools
In K-12 schools across the country, a new gold rush of sorts is underway: Classrooms nationwide are racing to bring the latest artificial intelligence tools, such as platforms powered by the chat bot ChatGPT, into the classroom......»»
Epson EcoTank Pro ET-5850 review: a nearly flawless inkjet
We tested the Epson EcoTank Pro ET-5850, an all-in-one inkjet tank printer that's fast enough to compete with high-quality color laser printers......»»
Why teens should treasure their friendships
Adolescents with strong friendships experience fewer anxiety and depression symptoms, Ph.D. student Iris Koele discovered in her research on high school students' social relationships. "As a psychologist, I include friends in the treatment plan: who.....»»