AI revolutionizes space debris detection, surpassing conventional methods

AI revolutionizes space debris detection, surpassing conventional methods

As we extend our reach into the cosmos, the clutter of space debris in Low Earth Orbit (LEO) becomes a pressing concern, threatening the safety and sustainability of space operations. To help with this growing problem, a recently published study in the journal IET Radar, Sonar & Navigation, introduced a promising solution leveraging the power of artificial intelligence (AI) to enhance the detection of these small but hazardous objects.

AI deciphers ancient scroll from Mount Vesuvius eruption

AI deciphers ancient scroll from Mount Vesuvius eruption

On Monday, February 5, 2024, three researchers were awarded a $700,000 prize for employing artificial intelligence to decipher a 2 000-year-old scroll that was charred in the Mount Vesuvius eruption, marking a significant advancement in the field of historical document restoration.

Breakthrough study unveils image teleportation in quantum networks

Breakthrough study unveils image teleportation in quantum networks

An international team from Wits University and ICFO-The Institute of Photonic Sciences has made a breakthrough in quantum communication, unveiling a method for transporting patterns of light across a network without the physical transmission of the image itself.

Neuralink implants the first human brain chip

Neuralink implants the first human brain chip

Elon Musk’s brain-chip startup Neuralink has achieved a significant milestone on Sunday, January 28, 2024, by implanting its first human patient with a brain-computer interface. Musk said on Monday the patient is recovering well and initial results are showing neuron spike detection.

China develops miniature, cost-effective nuclear battery for civilian use

China develops miniature, cost-effective nuclear battery for civilian use

Beijing Betavolt New Energy Technology Co Ltd has announced the development of a miniature nuclear battery, the BV100, which they claim can generate power for 50 years. Utilizing nickel-63 isotope decay technology and diamond semiconductors, this battery offers significant advancements in miniaturizing and modularizing atomic energy batteries.  The company said the batteries have entered the pilot stage and will be put into mass production on the market.

Pakistan creates first-ever artificial rain to combat smog in Lahore

Pakistan creates first-ever artificial rain to combat smog in Lahore

Pakistan marked a historic moment on Saturday, December 16, 2023, with its first artificial rain experiment in Lahore, aimed at reducing the city’s hazardous smog levels. The result was slight showers in several areas of the city.

World’s largest earthquake early warning system announced in China

World’s largest earthquake early warning system announced in China

China’s Earthquake Early Warning System (EEWS), the largest of its kind globally, has been completed, according to an announcement by Min Yiren, the head of the China Earthquake Administration (CEA), on June 8, 2023. The system is anticipated to be fully functional by the end of the year, covering more than 15 000 monitoring stations, three national centers, 31 provincial centers, and 173 prefectural and municipal information release centers.

Breakthrough computer model to provide better space weather forecasts

Breakthrough computer model to provide better space weather forecasts

NOAA’s National Weather Service (NWS) has transitioned a new computer model into operations to increase its understanding of space weather events and improve space weather forecasting capabilities. These advances will help forecasters provide better…