In recent weeks, something unusual has been happening above a U. S. military base and other spots in Germany. Unknown drones have been spotted flying over the Ramstein Air Base, as well as the companies Rheinmetall and BASF. The drones appeared in the evening of December 3 and 4, causing some concer
Electric bikes, or e-bikes, are a game-changer for cycling enthusiasts. They blend traditional pedal power with electrical assistance, making commuting and leisure riding a breeze. Before you jump into buying one, consider the local laws and licensing for e-bikes in your area. After that, think abou
Imagine a world where you don't need to charge your wearable devices. Researchers at Queensland University of Technology (QUT) have made a big step towards this future. They've created a super-thin, flexible film that can turn body heat into electricity. This isn't just good news for your smartwatch
Imagine a hectic morning at an airline, flights are lined up, crews are assigned, but severe weather is causing delays. Suddenly, a pilot calls in, explaining they can't fly due to fatigue. Despite causing more headaches and delays, this is a reasonable call. Pilots can be fired for various reasons,
Recently, an AI company has introduced some updates to better protect teens who use their chatbot platform. This comes after some parents raised concerns about their children's safety while interacting with these AI bots. The company is now splitting its system into two models - one for teens and on
Wind power prediction is tricky because wind speeds and weather can change quickly and unpredictably. This makes it tough to manage power systems. Scientists have crafted a new model called the Adaptive Expert Fusion Model (EFM+) to tackle this. EFM+ combines the strengths of two powerful prediction
Cell phones have transformed from a simple communication tool to something that almost everyone owns. Today, 98% of Americans have a cell phone, with 91% owning smartphones. People upgrade or replace their phones frequently, with 12% doing so annually and 55% every two to three years. This rapid evo
You know how Bitcoin transactions take forever to confirm? That’s because Bitcoin uses something called eventual consistency. It’s like waiting for everyone at a large dinner table to agree that the soup is delicious before you can enjoy it. But what if there was a way to make Bitcoin transactions
Imagine you need a super-strong, lightweight groove structure for an industry application. Sounds easy, right? Well, not quite. Traditional methods make this task pretty tricky. This is where a creative mix of 3D printing and filament winding comes into play. We're talking about a groove structure
Imagine finding out that the person trying to hack into your system is not just some unknown person, but works for a company linked to the government! That's what happened with Guan Tianfeng, a 30-year-old Chinese national. The U. S. says he worked with others to hack into firewalls made by U. K. co
