Boeing, the aircraft manufacturer giant, has recently reached a plea deal with the US Department of the Justice over the two fatal crashes of its 737 MAX planes that claimed the lives of 346 individuals in Ethiopia and Indonesia more than five years ago. The company has agreed to plead guilty to fraud, marking a
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Self-driving cars have experienced occasional crashes due to their visual systems struggling to process static or slow-moving objects in 3D space. This limitation is similar to the monocular vision of many insects, which provides excellent motion tracking and a wide field of view but lacks depth perception. The exception to this is the praying mantis,
The focus on environmental impact assessment in the transportation sector has primarily been on exhaust emissions, neglecting other sources such as abrasion emissions from tires and brakes. While road vehicles have received significant attention in this regard, rail transport has been largely overlooked. However, a recent study commissioned by the German Center for Rail Transport
The recent software glitch that affected airlines, including industry giants like Delta Air Lines, has created unprecedented chaos in the airline industry. The faulty software update caused technological havoc worldwide, resulting in a significant number of flight cancellations. According to FlightAware data, a total of 1,461 flights within, into, or out of the U.S. were
In recent years, India has been making significant strides in transitioning to cleaner energy sources, with a particular focus on battery storage technology. The use of batteries to store electricity generated by renewable sources such as wind turbines and solar panels is becoming increasingly important in India’s energy landscape. This shift is not only crucial
As the quarterly results of Big Tech giants loom on the horizon, the question arises of whether the major investments required for artificial intelligence (AI) are sustainable in the long term. Analysts at Wedbush Securities are optimistic about the growth and earnings potential that AI brings, anticipating a wave of transformation in the industry. While
The construction industry in the UK is on the verge of a transformation with the potential integration of drone technology. Drones, or unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs), have the capability to revolutionize construction processes by monitoring site progress, conducting safety inspections, and even lifting heavy materials, all while being a cheaper and safer alternative to human
Following a significant IT crash that caused chaos for airlines, banks, TV channels, and financial institutions, a wave of online conspiracy theories flooded social media platforms. The crash, triggered by a faulty software update to an antivirus program running on Microsoft Windows, resulted in a proliferation of fearmongering and false narratives across the internet. The
Optical spectrometers have long been hailed as versatile instruments with a wide range of applications, from aiding in medical diagnosis to characterizing materials. However, traditional spectrometer designs are often bulky and expensive, limiting their use outside of specialized facilities. Recently, engineers have been striving to develop more compact and affordable optical spectrometers that can be
Artificial intelligence (AI) has proven to be a game-changer in various industries, including process safety systems. According to a recent feature article in AIChE Journal, the collaboration between AI and human intelligence is crucial for enhancing safety and efficiency in operations. This article delves into the challenges and benefits of using Intelligence Augmentation (IA) alongside
Direct air capture of carbon dioxide has long been recognized as a crucial technology in the fight against climate change. The main challenge lies in the fact that carbon dioxide in the atmosphere is extremely dilute, at only around 0.04% concentration, making it difficult to separate efficiently. Prof Ian Metcalfe, along with researchers from various
In a recent study published in the journal PNAS Nexus, researchers from the Politecnico di Milano, LMU, and the CENTAI institute of Turin shed light on how social media algorithms influence the distribution and effectiveness of political advertising. By analyzing over 80,000 political ads on Facebook and Instagram during the 2021 German federal elections, the
In a groundbreaking development, Australian engineers have introduced a novel device inspired by a modified speargun for testing seabed soil in the design of offshore wind farms. This innovative solution offers a cost-effective and efficient alternative to traditional methods of seabed testing. The engineers from RMIT University conducted extensive research and testing of the new
When discussing the future of batteries, the idea of incorporating stretchy materials may not immediately come to mind. However, as wearable electronics become more prevalent, the need for batteries that can bend and flex is becoming increasingly important. This is especially true for devices like health monitors that need to be worn on the body.
Recent research by the University of Portsmouth and the Max Planck Institute for Innovation and Competition sheds light on public attitudes towards artificial intelligence (AI) versus human decision-making when it comes to redistribution. The study, published in the journal Public Choice, explores the impact of potential discrimination and the satisfaction levels of individuals with the