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Amazon’s Billion-Dollar Investment Arm Targets Generative AI In Robotics

Posted in Business, Hardware on 6th Mar, 2024
by Alex Muller

Of the big tech companies Amazon has the most obvious practical need for robotics in its operations, which may shape its investments and even provide a ready market for new products in its warehouses or delivery vans.

The First 3D Printer To Use Molten Metal In Space Is Headed To The ISS This Week

Posted in Hardware, Science on 27th Feb, 2024
by Alex Muller

Further out, metal 3D printing could contribute to ESA's vision of a "Circular space economy," in which material from old satellites, spent rocket stages, and other infrastructure is recycled into new structures, tools, and parts as needed.

AI Is Everywhere-Including Countless Applications You've Likely Never Heard Of

Posted in Hardware, Software on 27th Feb, 2024
by Alex Muller

As various AI technologies continue to progress, we'll only see an increase of AI use in many industries.

It Will Take Only A Single SpaceX Starship To Launch A Space Station

Posted in Hardware, Science on 26th Feb, 2024
by Alex Muller

Spaceflight is much cheaper these days thanks to SpaceX driving down launch costs, and the ability to launch pre-assembled space stations could further slash the overall bill.

Nanoscale Spikes 96% Effective At Impaling And Destroying Common Virus

Posted in Hardware, Science on 1st Feb, 2024
by Alex Muller

Researchers have developed a silicon surface covered in nanosized spikes that is 96% effective in impaling and destroying a common virus responsible for causing respiratory illnesses, particularly in infants and young children.