The recent research on plutonium-238 (238Pu) production presents a potential breakthrough that could revolutionize various technological fields, from deep-space exploration to life-saving medical devices. By utilizing a new high-resolution neutronics model, the production of 238Pu has seen a significant increase in yield, by close to 20% in high-flux reactors, while also reducing costs. This advancement
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In the world of manufacturing, ensuring that components are free of defects is crucial to maintaining quality standards. Additive manufacturing, also known as 3D printing, has introduced a new set of challenges when it comes to detecting defects. The University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign has recently developed a groundbreaking method that utilizes deep machine learning to
Artificial intelligence is not replacing pilots in the aviation industry anytime soon, but it is certainly revolutionizing the way airlines do business. Julie Pozzi, head of data science and AI at Air France-KLM, emphasized the significance of data and AI in the aviation sector. This sentiment was echoed by Geoffrey Weston, head consultant on the
Metal halide perovskites have garnered attention in recent years due to their remarkable optoelectronic properties, making them attractive candidates for thin-film transistor development. Specifically, tin (Sn) halide perovskites have demonstrated impressive field-effect hole mobilities exceeding 70 cm2 V−1 s−1 in p-type transistors. However, the lack of similar performance in n-type transistors poses a challenge for
In recent years, Japan has seen a surge in tourism, with visitors flocking to explore the unique attractions the country has to offer. One of the more private yet intriguing features making waves is the high-tech toilet, specifically the bidet toilet. These state-of-the-art toilets, equipped with warm seats and precision spray technology, have become a
The world’s biggest heavyweights in chipmaking and artificial intelligence will converge this week for Taiwan’s premier tech expo, with Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang expected to get a rockstar reception at his keynote speech on Sunday. There is outsized interest in the 2024 edition of Computex, thanks to the participation of not just Huang but the
The field of robotics is continuously evolving, with researchers exploring ways to enhance the capabilities of robots for various applications. One approach that has gained significant attention is the use of teams of robots to tackle complex missions. Teams of robots have the potential to cover long distances faster, visit multiple sites simultaneously, and monitor
In a groundbreaking study conducted by researchers at Shanghai University, a new artificial intelligence framework has been introduced to revolutionize the way robots interpret and execute tasks. The “Correction and Planning with Memory Integration” (CPMI) framework utilizes large language models (LLMs) to enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of robots performing complex, instruction-based tasks. Traditionally, robots
The Australian government is currently investigating claims made by the hacking group ShinyHunters regarding the theft of sensitive information belonging to 560 million customers of the global events giant Ticketmaster. This stolen data reportedly includes names, addresses, phone numbers, and partial credit card details of the customers, which were being offered for sale at a
The adoption of artificial intelligence (AI) in South-East Asia comes with systemic issues that can potentially jeopardize women’s security. It is evident that gender biases prevalent across widely used AI-systems present a significant challenge to the positive utilization of AI in the realm of peace and security in the region. Research conducted by UN Women