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NASA's Optical Comms Demo Achieves Data Transmission Over 140 Million Miles
Los Angeles CA (SPX) Apr 26, 2024 NASA's Deep Space Optical Communications (DSOC) technology aboard the Psyche spacecraft has successfully transmitted engineering data from beyond 140 million miles away, showcasing its capacity for future space communication. The technology, although not essential for Psyche's data transmission needs, interfaced effectively with the spacecraft's existing radio frequency transmitter. The trial not only emphasizes the potential enhancements optical communications could bring to deep space data trans ... read more |
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Astroscale Japan Advances to Next Stage in JAXA's Orbital Debris Removal InitiativeTokyo, Japan (SPX) Apr 26, 2024 Astroscale Japan Inc., part of Astroscale Holdings Inc., has been chosen by the Japan Aerospace Exploration Agency (JAXA) to participate in Phase II of the Commercial Removal of Debris Demonstration ... more 
CloudSat satellite completes 17-year weather research missionLos Angeles CA (SPX) Apr 24, 2024 The CloudSat satellite, developed by BAE Systems, has concluded its operations after an extensive 17-year journey in space. Initially launched in April 2006 as a component of a NASA initiative, Clou ... more 
BHP bid for Anglo American spotlights surge in copper demandLondon (AFP) April 25, 2024 From electric vehicles, to solar panels, wind turbines and energy storage - the diverse uses of copper in the green energy sector have created a surge in demand for the metal. ... more 
Asterra debuts groundbreaking L-band SAR API for commercial useLos Angeles CA (SPX) Apr 24, 2024 ASTERRA has introduced a new application programming interface (API), which expands the capabilities of SAR analytics by enabling collaboration with partners. This marks ASTERRA as the sole commerci ... more |
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Holographic eyewear could blend real and virtual worldsLos Angeles CA (SPX) Apr 26, 2024 Princeton University researchers are developing new technology to integrate high-definition 3D holographic images into ordinary eyeglasses, promising a more immersive experience in virtual and augme ... more 
D-Orbit and SkyServe enhance satellite analytics with new edge computing platformParis, France (SPX) Apr 22, 2024 D-Orbit has announced a collaboration with SkyServe to integrate edge computing on the SkyServe STORM platform, utilizing the ION Satellite Carriers. This partnership aims to enhance in-orbit data p ... more 
Exploring the enigmatic behavior of granular materials through soundLos Angeles CA (SPX) Apr 22, 2024 Granular materials, such as coffee beans in a jar or piles of sand, are composed of macroscopic particles and represent a significant yet little understood frontier in fundamental physics. Recent st ... more 
New 3D-printed elastomer advances soft robotics and wearable techBerlin, Germany (SPX) Apr 22, 2024 Developing materials for soft robotics and wearable technologies has taken a significant step forward with the creation of a new 3D-printable elastomer. The elastomer, developed by researchers at EP ... more 
US firms reestablish rare earth element productionLos Angeles CA (SPX) Apr 22, 2024 ReElement Technologies has recently secured an exclusive license for using Purdue University's patented technologies to refine and distribute minerals critical for producing high-tech commercial and ... more |
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Atom-by-atom imaging reveals moire transformations in 2D materials
Los Angeles CA (SPX) Apr 19, 2024 Silicon-based electronics are nearing their physical limits, necessitating the exploration of new materials to meet technological advancements. Two-dimensional (2D) materials, known for their diverse properties such as superconductivity and magnetism, are emerging as viable alternatives for electronic components like transistors. The challenge lies in controlling these properties, which is a complex task. Researchers at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign have devised a technique to observ ... read more 
Machine learning identifies hybrid glass-crystal phase in studyLos Angeles CA (SPX) Apr 19, 2024 A collaboration of scientists from Argonne National Laboratory and universities has proven the existence of a rare phase of matter combining elements of both crystal and glass, known as Bragg glass. ... more |
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New NMR technique enhances understanding of zeolite structuresSydney, Australia (SPX) Apr 19, 2024 Zeolites are critical in various industries, yet understanding their catalytic properties remains challenging due to the complexity of hydroxyl-aluminum groups. Comprehensive atomic-scale analysis i ... more 
How to Tell Space Rocks from Space JunkWashington DC (SPX) Apr 18, 2024 Upcoming surveys will find dozens of near-Earth objects each night, but some of those objects will be space junk rather than asteroids. How will we tell the difference? b>Masquerading as Aste ... more 
Biden pushes to triple tariffs on Chinese steel, aluminumWashington (AFP) April 17, 2024 US President Joe Biden on Wednesday urged a tripling of tariffs on Chinese steel and aluminum, citing "unfair competition" as he seeks to win blue-collar votes in November's election. ... more 
Firefly Aerospace collaborates with Klepsydra Technologies for space-based edge computingLos Angeles CA (SPX) Apr 16, 2024 Firefly Aerospace, Inc., a comprehensive space transportation provider, has entered into a collaboration to deploy the Klepsydra Artificial Intelligence (AI) application aboard Firefly's Elytra vehi ... more 
Cheap Chinese steel threatens jobs in Latin AmericaSantiago (AFP) April 16, 2024 Latin American metal workers are clamoring for higher import tariffs as cheap Chinese steel floods the region, threatening hundreds of thousands of jobs linked to the industry. ... more |
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