- Advancing transistor technology with triply-degenerate semimetal PtBi₂
Despite its promising characteristics in condensed matter physics, the triply-degenerate semimetal PtBi2 has been largely unexplored in practical applications, particularly in semiconductor technology. The main difficulties include a lack of empirical data on the integration of PtBi2 with existing semiconductor components and the need for innovative approaches to leverage its unique properties, such as high stability and mobility, within the constraints of current electronic manufacturing processes.
- Retrofitting robotics increases efficiency of neutron experiments
Robots revolutionized the manufacturing industry by automating assembly lines. Now, more and more, they are being used to expedite the pace of scientific discovery.
- Resolving Messier 3’s swarming stars
Messier 3 in Canes Venatici is right up near the top of the premier league of globular clusters. It has huge appeal for visual observers and imagers alike, making it a great alternative in the late spring sky to the ubiquitous Messier 13.
- JWST captures zooms in on the ‘mane’ of the iconic Horsehead Nebula
The James Webb Space Telescope (JWST) has captured the sharpest infrared images to date of a zoomed-in portion of one of the most distinctive objects in our skies, the Horsehead Nebula.
- Archaeologists uncover 1,600-year-old indoor pool at ancient Roman ruins in Albania
During excavations preceding a school construction project in Durrës, Albania, archaeologists unearthed a 1,600-year-old indoor pool. Situated in what is believed to be an aristocratic neighborhood, this pool is adorned with intricately detailed mosaics, showcasing a level of artistry uncommon for its time. Durrës, formerly known as Epidamnus to the Illyrians and later as Dyrrhachium The post Archaeologists uncover 1,600-year-old indoor pool at ancient Roman ruins in Albania appeared first on Archaeology News Online Magazine.
- Terran Orbital Chosen by Lockheed Martin for SDA Satellite Buses Contract
Los Angeles CA (SPX) May 14, 2024 Terran Orbital has been selected by Lockheed Martin to produce 18 satellite buses for the Space Development Agency's (SDA) Tranche 2 (T2) Tracking Layer contract. Lockheed Martin will supply the SDA with 16 wide field-of-view missile warning/missile tracking space vehicles equipped with infrared sensors and two vehicles with missile defense infrared sensors capable of generating fire control-qua
- Satellite images of Rafah illustrate Palestinians fleeing the city
Satellite imagery of Rafah, Gaza, provided by commercial company Planet Labs, offers a spaceborne view of the Israel-Hamas war.
- Big decision! Curiosity rover keeps following possible Mars river remnant
After much debate, the Curiosity Mars rover team decided to continue following an intriguing channel rather than send the robot on an off-road detour.
