Новости за 24.04.2024

Los Angeles CA (SPX) Apr 19, 2024
Wind power, known for its affordability and renewability, has faced hesitancy from policymakers due to assumptions about its extensive land use compared to fossil fuel-driven power plants. However, a comprehensive study led by McGill University, analyzing the land use of approximately 320 wind farms in the U.S., challenges these perceptions. Research findings published in Environmental Sci

Paris, France (SPX) Apr 19, 2024
Framatome and Korea Hydro and Nuclear Power (KHNP) have entered a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to explore the production of non-carrier added Lutetium-177, a critical medical isotope used in cancer treatments, at the Wolsong nuclear power plant in South Korea. The companies will conduct a joint technical assessment using Framatome's proprietary isotope production technology, already o

Pompeii, Italy (AFP) April 19, 2024
Pompeii is shining a light on mysterious rites of ancient Rome thanks to terracotta-style solar roof tiles installed on one of its most famous villas. The traditional-looking tiles have solar photovoltaic cells inside, allowing the UNESCO World Heritage Site to preserve its aesthetics while generating clean energy to illuminate its frescoes. And though the project is in its early stages,

London, UK (SPX) Apr 19, 2024
A study conducted by The University of Manchester highlights significant health and environmental risks from the informal recycling of lead-acid batteries used in off-grid solar systems in Malawi. These batteries are essential for providing electricity in regions without traditional power grids, a crucial step towards broader electricity access across sub-Saharan Africa. Researchers noted

Madrid, Spain (SPX) Apr 19, 2024
Lithium, known for its reactivity and essential role in lithium-ion batteries, is critical for sustainable energy technologies like electric vehicles and renewable energy storage systems. Given the surge in lithium demand, researchers are looking into less conventional sources beyond the primary ones such as pegmatites and volcanic clays. A promising avenue is being explored by a team from

Los Angeles CA (SPX) Apr 19, 2024
Researchers at the U.S. Department of Energy's Princeton Plasma Physics Laboratory (PPPL) are advancing fusion technology by integrating two established plasma control methods-electron cyclotron current drive (ECCD) and resonant magnetic perturbations (RMP). This combination has shown promising results in improving plasma management, crucial for generating electricity through fusion. The t

Ottawa (AFP) April 22, 2024
Negotiators from 175 countries are meeting from Tuesday in Canada to nail down a binding global treaty to end plastic pollution with many sticking points to be resolved five months after the last round of talks in Kenya. Nations in 2022 agreed to finalize by the end of this year a world-first UN treaty to address the scourge of plastics found everywhere from mountain tops to ocean depths, an

Paris (AFP) April 19, 2024
At the Nona Source showroom in northern Paris, designers pick through luxurious textiles with ornate names: curly alpaca, geometrical macrame guipure, silk diamond cloque Jacquard. What makes them really exotic, however, is that they all come from "deadstocks" - the leftovers designers discard when they have finished with a roll of fabric. Until recently, it was common for deadstocks

Sydney, Australia (SPX) Apr 19, 2024
A recent study featured in Engineering has demonstrated significant carbon storage capabilities in shale reservoirs when using CO2 fracturing technology. This research, a joint effort by PetroChina Research Institute of Petroleum Exploration and Development (Beijing), the National Key Laboratory of Continental Shale Oil (Daqing), and China University of Petroleum (Beijing), marks a major step to

Vienna (AFP) April 19, 2024
There has been no damage to Iranian nuclear sites following explosions Friday in the centre of Iran that have been described as Israeli revenge attacks, the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) said. "IAEA can confirm that there is no damage to Iran's nuclear sites," the Vienna-based agency said on X, adding that it was closely monitoring the situation. The agency called for "extrem

Sydney, Australia (SPX) Apr 19, 2024
Zeolites are critical in various industries, yet understanding their catalytic properties remains challenging due to the complexity of hydroxyl-aluminum groups. Comprehensive atomic-scale analysis is vital for unraveling the catalytic activity of zeolites and for the development of efficient catalysts. Many factors, such as low quantities, meta-stable properties, and structural similarities, oft

Los Angeles CA (SPX) Apr 19, 2024
A collaboration of scientists from Argonne National Laboratory and universities has proven the existence of a rare phase of matter combining elements of both crystal and glass, known as Bragg glass. This discovery, using advanced X-ray and machine learning techniques, marks a significant milestone in understanding complex material structures. Crystals and glasses, while often appearing sim

Los Angeles CA (SPX) Apr 22, 2024
MDA Space (TSX: MDA) has been granted a $250 million contract extension by the Canadian Space Agency (CSA) to continue its support for robotics operations aboard the International Space Station (ISS). The extended contract, effective from 2025 to 2030, assigns new responsibilities to MDA Space, including the role of robotics flight controllers. "Robotics flight controllers are the pilots i

Los Angeles CA (SPX) Apr 19, 2024
Silicon-based electronics are nearing their physical limits, necessitating the exploration of new materials to meet technological advancements. Two-dimensional (2D) materials, known for their diverse properties such as superconductivity and magnetism, are emerging as viable alternatives for electronic components like transistors. The challenge lies in controlling these properties, which is a com

Berlin, Germany (SPX) Apr 23, 2024
Researchers at the University of Copenhagen have developed a method that could enhance the precision of measuring time by leveraging the properties of superradiant atoms. This approach aims to address some of the existing limitations of modern atomic clocks, which are crucial in technologies ranging from GPS systems to space travel. The second, as a unit of measurement, is defined with gre