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Phase-change concrete melts snow and ice without salt or shovels
March 18, 2024
Incorporating a phase-change material into concrete, this self-heating material can melt snow and ice for up to 10 hours without any help. The novel product could reduce the need for plowing and salting and help preserve the integrity of road surfaces.
Unpowered cargo gliders on tow ropes promise 65% cheaper air freight
March 18, 2024
A West Texas company says it's found a remarkably simple way to slash air cargo costs as much as 65% – by having planes tow autonomous, cargo-carrying gliders behind them, big enough to double, or potentially triple their payload capacity.
Another common bacteria implicated in stomach cancer
March 18, 2024
A common, usually harmless bacteria has been found to have a significant role in causing stomach cancer. Researchers identified the bacteria’s mechanism of action, opening the door to developing therapeutics that prevent it triggering cancer growth.
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March 19, 2024Have you ever wondered what all 1,000+ Pokémon smell like? Because we have. With the news of a weird AI smell-o-vision device called GameScent, we’ve rounded up a list of which game worlds we’re most curious to get a whiff of – for better or worse.
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March 19, 2024Engaging in activities that are designed to blow off steam when you’re angry probably isn’t going to be effective at reducing your anger, researchers have found. It’s better, they say, to try activities that decrease your physical arousal.
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March 18, 2024TL;DR: Grab a pair of these ultrasonic pest repellers, capable of driving away household pests, on sale for only $19.99.
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March 18, 2024In many cases nature has better versions of our tech. The newest example comes from a common insect in your backyard, which makes nanoscale soccer balls that hide it from predators – inspiring new, better UV protection and maybe even cloaking tech.
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March 18, 2024Ski-doo is known for snowmobiles. Yellowstone National Park is known for its geysers, wildlife, and herds of tourists in the summer. When you combine them both, Ski-doo and Yellowstone delivers a real bucket-list outdoor adventure experience.
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March 18, 2024A new wireless EV charging pad can fill a car's battery as efficiently as a wired plug, at groundbreaking 100 kW power levels – unlocking the possibility of fast, efficient and super-convenient charging simply by parking in a designated spot.
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March 18, 2024BLUETTI, the pioneer in portable power solutions, is set to revolutionize outdoor adventures once again with its latest innovation, the AC240 IP65 Water Resistant Portable Power Station. It's a huge step forward, with increased power and faster charging.
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March 18, 2024People living in part of Sweden will soon be receiving food deliveries by drone. The service, which utilizes multicopters that look rather like old-timey milk transportation cans, may subsequently be introduced throughout the country and beyond.
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March 18, 2024The Toaster is claimed to be the world's most portable bike rack and from the looks of things, that may very well be the case. It folds flat when not in use, and can accommodate up to five bikes of almost any wheel size.
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March 18, 2024Back in 2022, Canadian bike maker Biktrix launched a powerful hardtail off-road ebike that featured two drivetrains – pedal power to the right and high-power motor to the left. Now the Juggernaut XD has gone full squish for 2024.
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