The utilization of plutonium-238 (238Pu) in various technological applications, ranging from space exploration to medical devices, has long been known for its efficacy. However, the production of this crucial isotope has faced challenges due to inefficiencies and high costs. Recent research has introduced a high-resolution neutronics model that promises to revolutionize 238Pu production, increasing yield
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One of the key challenges in any manufacturing process is to ensure that the components produced are free of defects. This task becomes even more complex in additive manufacturing, also known as 3D printing, due to the intricate three-dimensional shapes and internal features of the components. These features are often difficult to observe and inspect
Playing a portion of Elden Ring’s expansion Shadow Of The Erdtree, one thing that stands out is the standalone levelling system introduced in the DLC. This system, comprising of Crosses, Scadutree Fragments, and Revered Ash Blessings, adds a new layer of depth to the gameplay experience. Exploring the Crosses The Crosses scattered around The Land
Cisco’s ThousandEyes has taken a significant step forward in internet monitoring technology by introducing new artificial intelligence-powered capabilities. The new AI technology, called Digital Experience Assurance (DXA), is set to revolutionize the prediction and diagnosis of internet outages and disruptions. This ground-breaking development will enable customers of Cisco’s networking technology to automatically address network issues,
The recent revelations regarding Microsoft’s Recall software have sparked major privacy concerns among cybersecurity researchers. Hagenah highlights how an attacker could exploit Recall to gain access to a vast amount of sensitive information, including emails, personal conversations, and other confidential data. This raises significant questions about the security measures in place to protect user data
Recently, Instagram users have been shocked to discover unskippable ads popping up on their feeds. A Reddit post initially brought attention to these 5-second-long ads, labeled as “ad breaks”, that users found themselves unable to scroll past. Following this, Instagram has reportedly confirmed that they are indeed testing these new ad formats as a means
Optical waves have been manipulated for various applications such as imaging, communication, and directed energy. The traditional systems used for this wavefront manipulation have been large and cumbersome, limiting their utilization to high-end applications. However, a recent study has introduced a free-standing microscale photonic lantern spatial mode multiplexer that marks a significant advancement in photonic
AI beauty pageants, such as the one organized by Fanvue, have raised concerns about the perpetuation of stereotypes about beauty. According to sociologist Hilary Levey Friedman, these contests often draw on traditional ideas of beauty that may not align with everyone’s perspective. The contestants in AI pageants are products of their creators, and as a
Steam Next Fest has brought forth a plethora of demos for gamers to dive into, and Card Bard is certainly one that stands out. This deckbuilding roguelike shooter combines elements of strategy, action, and resource management to create a challenging and engaging gameplay experience. As you control your character, armed with a hand of cards
In a groundbreaking initiative, the Facility for Rare Isotope Beams (FRIB) at Michigan State University (MSU) introduced its precision measurement program in May 2022. The program, led by the Low Energy Beam and Ion Trap (LEBIT) facility staff, involves cooling high-energy, rare-isotope beams to a lower energy state before measuring specific particle masses at high