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Answers To Physics Questions
Two days ago I offered you three problems in experimental particle physics, of varied complexity. Three readers tried answering the test in the comments thread: a rather underwhelming turnaround, but...
High-tech vehicles pose trouble for some mechanics
Automakers are trying to monopolize the parts and repair industry by only sharing crucial tools and data with their dealerships, critics say.
Microscopic gyroscopes, the key for motion sensing
Tiny devices made possible by combining the latest advances in mechanical and electronics technology could be at the heart of next-generation personal navigation and vehicle stabilization tools.
Geese point the way to saving jet fuel
Planes flying in V formation are more efficient and produce less carbon dioxide, say scientistsScientists have proposed an unusual method for cutting aircraft fuel consumption – they want to fly jumbo jets in...
Panasonic develops direct methanol fuel cell system with high power output and durability
Panasonic Corporation announced it has developed a direct methanol fuel cell system which can produce an average power output of 20 W by increasing the output per cubic centimeter twice...
Chicken waste turned to watts
A Nevada energy developer says it has developed an environmentally clean way of using animal waste from chicken farms across the state to light up homes and offices. Green Energy...
Magnetic field measurements of the human heart at room temperature
A new optical sensor was successfully tested in the "magnetically best shielded room on Earth." The sensor does not need advanced cooling and is very small. Its suitability was proven...
Summerside wind farm briefly powers entire city
The new wind turbines in Summerside, which went online this week, have surprised with their output, the city's chief administrative officer says.
Jordan sees rise in hybrid vehicle imports
AMMAN, Jordan, Dec. 24 (UPI) -- Indigenous demand for hybrid automobiles is increasing in Jordan.
New Zealand natural gas power plant shut
AUCKLAND, New Zealand, Dec. 24 (UPI) -- The Otahuhu natural gas-fired power plant, owned by Contact Energy, New Zealand's biggest listed power company, has been closed for maintenance.
Mozambique voids biofuel contract
MAPUTO, Mozambique, Dec. 24 (UPI) -- Mozambique's government has voided a 2007 contract with Procana to begin ethanol production from sugar.
Nigeria's oil war truce starts to fray
PORT HARCOURT, Nigeria, Dec. 24 (UPI) -- Nigeria's fragile truce with rebels in the oil-producing southeast appears to be fraying after the militants blew up an oil pipeline in...
Scientists create world's first molecular transistor
A group of scientists has succeeded in creating the first transistor made from a single molecule. The team, which includes researchers from Yale University and the Gwangju Institute of Science...
New materials designed to deal with hypersonic and supersonic hot stuff (w/ Video)
University of Queensland researchers are testing new materials to withstand the extreme heat experienced by hypersonic vehicles in flight so they can fly for substantially longer.
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'Chameleon Guitar' blends old-world and high-tech
Natural wood, with its unique grain patterns, is what gives traditional acoustic instruments warm and distinctive sounds, while the power of modern electronic processing provides an unlimited degree of control to manipulate the...
Winners & Losers
IEEE Spectrum's annual "Winners & Losers" issue--the magazine's seventh--examines 10 technology projects with milestones coming up soon.
Photovoltaic Retinal Implants Are Powered By The Images They See
The idea of restoring sight to people with damaged or degenerating photoreceptors in their eyes is simple enough in concept -- place a photoreceptor implant in the eye and beam video from...
Kosmos Energy strikes oil at Jubilee
DALLAS, Dec. 23 (UPI) -- Dallas company Kosmos Energy and its regional partners said they encountered light crude oil at three sections of the Jubilee field off the coast...
SOCAR gets help at oil and gas fields
BAKU, Azerbaijan, Dec. 23 (UPI) -- Azerbaijan signed a production-sharing agreement with Emirati company Bahar Energy Ltd. for work in two offshore oil and gas fields in the Caspian...
‘Two-legged’ molecular walker takes a stroll
A small molecule motor that can walk in a straight line has been made UK scientists
French researchers get funding boost
French universities have been given an early Christmas present of extra funding to boost their competitiveness
SlipChip serves up protein crystals
A simple microfluidic device for testing multiple reaction conditions has been designed
2009 marks the start of the great divide
Chemistry World’s roundup of the year’s chemical industry activities shows the growing strength of emerging economies
Car exhaust fumes linked to pneumonia in seniors
Prolonged exposure to high levels of chemicals from motor vehicle exhaust fumes and industrial air pollutants can lead to hospitalization for pneumonia among seniors, a Canadian study suggests.
Controlling the TV with a wave of the hand
Touchscreens are so yesterday. Remote controls? So last century. The future is controlling your devices with a simple wave of the hand.
Michael Jackson's FBI file more snooze than sizzle
The late singer smiled for DMV photos, according to the material made public Tuesday. There are mysterious references to his chimp Bubbles. And there are no references to the probe into his...