Space science
NASA wrong forecast about solar energy, Earth knows which 'road' to avoid?
Leading experts at NASA predict that from 2021, solar energy will enter the new 25th cycle very gently, but the reality is quite the opposite.
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Scientific works
Large particle accelerator is about to reach unprecedented energy levels
The world's most powerful particle accelerator, the Large Hadron Collider, is gearing up for its next run after a three-year hiatus for an upgrade.
Space science
Going after 2 years, China is surpassing the US in the ability to collect solar energy in space
If successful, solar power stations in space can operate continuously regardless of day and night or weather conditions.
Scientific application
CO2 . battery renewable energy storage system
This CO2 battery can store renewable energy for long periods of time and release it quickly at less than half the cost of large-sized lithium batteries.
New technology
Create an ultra-thin power generation system that uses glucose in the body to produce energy
The device can generate electricity, with the byproduct being water that is harmless to the human body.
New technology
Smart pillow gets energy from head movement
Smart pillow helps monitor sleep quality, and generates electricity to operate thanks to the friction nano generator.
Environment
Melting ice produces more energy than 10 hydroelectric stations
Greenland's ice is melting so much that the amount of water it produces could power more than 10 of the world's largest hydroelectric projects.
Space science
Humans need matter with negative energy to build a time machine
Humans need matter with negative energy to build time machines. The good news is that quantum theory confirms the existence of that form of matter.
Space science
Humans need another 350 years to reach a type 1 civilization, exploiting cosmic energy
The Kardashev Scale evaluates a civilization based on its ability to harness energy from the universe.
Scientific application
Nuclear reactors on… trucks: A chance to score points for the kind of energy that is considered 'poisoning the Earth'
Japan's Mitsubishi Heavy Industries plans to develop and commercialize nuclear reactors small enough to be transported on trucks by the end of the next decade. The compa…
Science invention
The lamp distills seawater, recharges with salt and solar energy of the architecture student
In remote areas or in underdeveloped populations, providing safe and clean water for everyone is one of the most pressing public health issues.
Conquer Mars
Using astronaut urine and solar energy to create fuel on Mars
Engineers are working on a system that converts astronaut urine into fuel on Mars using solar energy.
New technology
Wearable device that collects energy when the user is in motion
A team of British researchers built a test device out of recycled paper towels and plastic cups, powered by electricity generated by users themselves.
Environment
Plan to drill 20km deep to produce geothermal energy
An energy company in Cambridge, Massachusetts, is looking to drill tens of kilometers deep, helping to harness geothermal energy near the Earth's core.
Science story
Discover a special kitchen that is both cheap and 'clean'
From the frigid mountain ranges of Europe to the humid forests of Central Asia or the arid regions of Africa, millions of people are cooking with special stoves.