TECHNOLOGY
American engineers have developed an advanced incandescent lightbulb that generates elliptically polarized light, making it 100 times brighter than traditional sources. This breakthrough was achieved by modifying a tungsten filament at the micro- and nanoscale, twisting it so that the coil’s length matches the wavelength of the emitted light. The result is light with a […
Australian researchers from Macquarie University have demonstrated that grapes can significantly improve the performance of quantum sensors. Their study, published in Physical Review Applied, revealed that pairs of grapes create powerful localized hotspots of microwave magnetic fields, which are crucial for quantum sensor applications requiring high measurement precision.
Apple is planning to significantly enhance the functionality of its AirPods by introducing capabilities for measuring physiological metrics, including heart rate and body temperature. According to Bloomberg journalist Mark Gurman, the company is close to implementing a heart rate sensor that could provide accuracy comparable to that of the Apple Watch.
Scientists from Northwestern University in Chicago have made a significant leap in quantum communication by successfully demonstrating quantum teleportation of data over a standard fiber-optic cable used for internet traffic. This milestone was achieved through quantum entanglement—a phenomenon where two photons remain connected regardless of the distance separating them.
Chinese scientists have developed an artificial neuron that fully mimics the functions and dynamics of its biological counterpart while processing signals a billion times faster. Built using lasers and quantum dots, this graded neuron encodes information through smooth variations in membrane potential, similar to living organisms.
In China’s Gansu Province, the Akesai Huidong solar power plant, with a capacity of 750 MW, has become operational, capable of generating electricity both during the day and at night. The facility relies on Concentrated Solar Power (CSP) technology, which uses sunlight to generate and store energy as heat. The CSP system spans 2 square […]