AI and Sustainable Urbanism: Real-World Applications Transforming Cities
Artificial Intelligence (AI) is becoming essential for sustainable urban planning. Cities are using AI to enhance efficiency, improve public services,…
SpaceX Targets Fourth Starship Flight Test: A Step Closer to Reusable Space Exploration
SpaceX has scheduled the fourth flight test of Starship for Thursday, June 6, at Starbase in Texas. The test window…
Yusaku Maezawa Cancels the #dearMoon Mission with SpaceX
In an announcement released on 6/1, Yusaku Maezawa has officially backed out of the #DearMoon Mission with SpaceX. The official…
Direct Lithium Extraction: How it Works
Direct Lithium Extraction (DLE) is a modern technique that speeds up the process of getting lithium from brine.
TunnelVision: Routing Mechanisms Allows Hijacking of VPN Traffic
A recently discovered method that allows attackers to bypass the secure encapsulation typically provided by VPNs. This method exploits the…
What is The NASA Artemis Program?
The NASA Artemis Program is an ambitious initiative designed to return humans to the Moon and establish a sustainable presence there by the end of the decade.
The Story of the Fukang Meteorite
In the vast, arid expanses of the Gobi Desert in Xinjiang, China, a remarkable discovery was made in the year…
Advancing Generalization in AI Deep Reinforcement Learning
Bilinear Policy Networks, Forked Agents, and PeSFA The field of reinforcement learning (RL) has seen remarkable advancements, with deep reinforcement…
NASA Practices Artemis Moonwalks in Arizona Desert
NASA is preparing for the Artemis Moon missions by conducting a week-long field test in the San Francisco Volcanic Field…
Massive Solar Storm is Keeping Satellite Operators on Edge.
The largest solar storm in decades is presenting major challenges for those managing power grids, communication systems, and satellites.
Solar Storm Brings Aura Borealis To America Tonight!
The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration’s Space Weather Prediction Center has announced a “severe geomagnetic storm watch,” the first since…
The Ohm-azing History of Resistors
Resistors are fundamental components in electronics, crucial for controlling and managing the flow of electrical current in a circuit. Their…
How Tangled Carbon Nanotubes Can Generate Energy
Twistron harvesters are created by weaving carbon nanotube threads into a tangled web of carbon and immersing it into an electrolyte gel.
NASA’s New Visualization Explores Inside A Black Hole
NASA’s latest black hole visualization lets viewers experience the boundary of a black hole, known as the event horizon
MarsQuakes
Marsquakes are seismic events that occur on Mars, similar to earthquakes on Earth, but with some significant differences due to…
HY-100 Steel: Manufacturing Advantages in Vehicle Construction
HY-100 steel is a high-yield strength alloy that plays a crucial role in the construction of military vehicles, particularly in…
Space Weather & Why It Matters
Today, we’re right in the middle of Solar Cycle 25, which started in 2019 and will last until about 2030….
How the Liquid-Fueled Rocket Revolutionized Space Exploration
Today, liquid-fueled rocket launches are a staple of space exploration, yet this technology was groundbreaking 98 years ago. The pioneering…
Influence of the Built Environment on Daily Life
The built environment —comprising all man-made structures and spaces— significantly influences our physical health, mental well-being, social interactions, and environmental…
Unlocking Hidden Wealth: Lithium Found in Shale Pyrites
Amidst a global surge in demand for lithium, necessary for electric vehicle batteries, researchers at West Virginia University are exploring new sources of lithium by investigating past industrial sites. Led by Professor Shikha Sharma, their study reveals that organic-rich shale, particularly in interaction with pyrite, shows promise for sustainable lithium extraction. These findings, which will be presented at the 2024 European Geosciences Union General Assembly, suggest that by-products like shale pyrite could be key to reducing the environmental impact of lithium mining.
Through the Eyes of Tesla Autopilot
This video from a Tesla hacker gives us the best look to date yet of how Tesla’s Autopilot see’s the world.
Navigating New Frontiers: An Interview with NASA’s Cliff Lanham
At the bustling Kennedy Space Center, home to some of NASA’s most groundbreaking projects, Eli Burton caught up with Cliff…
Last Week in Space #33: Latest Updates from the Starman Report
SpaceX’s Record-Breaking Launch The recent SpaceX Falcon 9 launch from Vandenberg Space Force Base has set a new benchmark in…
Human-Centered Risk Management: A New Era for NASA’s Artemis Program
In a recent interview with Eli Burton, host of the World of Engineering Interview Series, Matthew Ramsey, the Artemis 2…
Artemis II Core Stage for NASA Moon Rocket Arrives at KSC
Tuesday morning just at 10:30 a.m., precision was key as two tugboats guided the Pegasus barge into its docking position….
How CrowdStrike Crashed the World’s Computers
CrowdStrike, a leader in digital security, recently triggered a global IT meltdown with a software update. This marks one of…
Recent Advancements in Nanotechnology Materials
Advancements in nanotechnology have led to the development of various innovative materials with remarkable properties and wide-ranging applications. One of…
Sulfur Discovered on Mars by Curiosity Rover
NASA’s Curiosity rover has made a groundbreaking discovery by identifying rocks composed of pure sulfur on Mars, marking the first…
Autonomous Bus System in Singapore: Pioneering the Future of Public Transit
Singapore is at the forefront of integrating advanced technologies into its public transportation system. Particularly, its autonomous bus program is…