Новости за 27.04.2024

Los Angeles CA (SPX) Apr 17, 2024 - In 2023, a supernova burst in the Pinwheel galaxy, creating an ideal scenario for testing theories on cosmic ray acceleration. However, the Fermi Gamma-ray Space Telescope, which has been operational since 2008, did not detect the anticipated high-energy gamma rays.

On May 18, 2023, the supernova named SN 2023ixf occurred about 22 million light-years away in Ursa Major, marking it as one of the brightest in proximity since the launch of Fermi.

Los Angeles CA (SPX) Apr 17, 2024 - The seemingly empty interstellar space is a bustling hub of atoms, ions, and molecules, comprising the Interstellar Medium (ISM). This vast expanse has been a focal point for scientists, with over 200 unique molecules discovered in its cold, low-pressure confines. The interplay of chemistry, physics, and astronomy is crucial as researchers from these disciplines explore the types of chemical reactions occurring in the ISM.

Recent insights are presented in... Читать дальше...

Sydney, Australia (SPX) Apr 22, 2024 - A recent study has unveiled a massive gas outflow in galaxy NGC 4383 within the Virgo cluster, so expansive that light would require 20,000 years to traverse it from end to end. This phenomenon was detailed in the Monthly Notices of the Royal Astronomical Society.

Dr. Adam Watts of The University of Western Australia node at the International Centre for Radio Astronomy Research (ICRAR), and lead researcher, explained that the outflow results from intense stellar explosions in the galaxy's core... Читать дальше...

Berlin, Germany (SPX) Apr 22, 2024 - Earth's geomagnetic field, while generally shielding the planet from cosmic and solar radiation, experiences periods of significant fluctuation. Not only does the magnetic north shift from its geographically defined true north, but it also undergoes complete reversals. During such reversals, previously defined poles swap positions, causing a noticeable decrease in the magnetic field's strength.

These fluctuations also include magnetic field excursions, temporary... Читать дальше...

Los Angeles CA (SPX) Mar 22, 2024 - In the heart of a bustling metropolis, a small, unassuming cafe sits tucked away on a quiet street, a hidden gem among the urban sprawl. Inside, the warm glow of hanging Edison bulbs illuminates the room, casting a soft light on the eclectic mix of antique furniture and modern art that adorns the walls.

The air is filled with the rich aroma of freshly brewed coffee and the sound of low, murmuring conversations, creating a cozy atmosphere that feels like a sanctuary from the outside world. Читать дальше...

Paris, France (SPX) Apr 23, 2024 - On the morning of 8 April 2024, a citizen scientist discovered a comet in images from the ESA/NASA Solar and Heliospheric Observatory (SOHO), coinciding with the historic identification of the 5000th comet by SOHO. This newly found comet, designated Comet SOHO-5008, was not just another number in the catalog.

Karl Battams, of the US Naval Research Lab and manager of the SOHO Sungrazer Project, had anticipated that Comet SOHO-5008 would appear during the total solar eclipse on the same day... Читать дальше...

Los Angeles CA (SPX) Apr 23, 2024 - On April 8, 2024, a total solar eclipse cast a shadow from Texas to Maine, and the Southwest Research Institute led two major experiments to gather unique solar data from this event. The first, the Citizen Continental-America Telescopic Eclipse (CATE) 2024 experiment, involved over 200 participants who helped create a continuous 60-minute high-resolution movie of the eclipse. The second used specially equipped NASA WB-57F aircraft to collect data from the eclipse... Читать дальше...

Dubai (AFP) April 16, 2024 - Microsoft is to invest $1.5 billion in United Arab Emirates artificial intelligence firm G42, taking a minority stake and a seat on the board, the companies said on Tuesday.

The deal, in which G42 will run its applications and services on Microsoft's Azure platform, comes days after the US giant said it would plough $2.9 billion into Japanese AI.

San Francisco (AFP) April 19, 2024 - Meta on Thursday introduced an improved AI assistant built on new versions of its open source Llama large language model for powering the technology.

Meta AI is smarter and faster due to advances in publicly available Llama 3, the tech titan said in a blog post.

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 in the control room who make real-time decisions and plan exactly how... Читать дальше...

Tokyo (AFP) April 19, 2024 - Bosses worried about turnover or wondering how long a new hire will stick around can now turn to AI for a heads-up on who might be next out the door.

The artificial intelligence tool was developed by Japanese researchers to try and help managers provide targeted support to staff to stop them from quitting.

Perugia, Italy (AFP) April 20, 2024 - Artificial intelligence is shaking up journalism and in the short term will cause "a fundamental change in the news ecosystem", media expert David Caswell told AFP.

A former employee at Yahoo! and BBC News Labs, the British broadcaster's innovation wing, Caswell spoke as industry leaders gathered in the Italian city of Perugia to discuss the biggest questions facing their trade.

San Francisco (AFP) April 19, 2024 - Researchers at Microsoft have revealed a new artificial tool that can create deeply realistic human avatars -- but offered no timetable to make it available to the public, citing concerns about facilitating deep fake content.

The AI model known as VASA-1, for "visual affective skills," can create an animated video of a person talking, with synchronized lip movements, using just a single image and a speech audio clip.

London, UK (SPX) Apr 22, 2024 - by Robert Schreiber Berlin, Germany (SPX) Apr 19, 2024 As industries continue to evolve, robots must increasingly adapt to unexpected changes and collaborate with humans. Addressing this challenge, a new international project, funded by Horizon Europe with EUR 7.5 million, aims to expand robotic capabilities under the RoboSapiens initiative.

This project seeks to overcome current robotic limitations, enhancing adaptability and reliability.

Rio De Janeiro (AFP) April 23, 2024 - For centuries, farmers used almanacs to try to understand and predict weather patterns.

Now, a new crop of Latin American startups is helping do that with artificial intelligence, promising a farming revolution in agricultural giants like Brazil, the world's biggest exporter of soybeans, corn and beef.

Los Angeles CA (SPX) Apr 26, 2024 - Despite significant advancements in robotics, robots still fall short of animals in terms of movement capabilities. Dr. Max Donelan of Simon Fraser University illustrates this with examples: "A wildebeest can migrate for thousands of kilometres over rough terrain, a mountain goat can climb up a literal cliff, finding footholds that don't even seem to be there, and cockroaches can lose a leg and not slow down. We have no robots capable of anything like this endurance... Читать дальше...

Sydney, Australia (SPX) Apr 24, 2024 - The Shenzhou XVIII crewed space mission has completed its final collaborative rehearsal and system-wide airtightness check, ensuring readiness for the upcoming launch.

The spacecraft and accompanying Long March 2F carrier rocket passed the electrical performance review, and both the astronauts and all systems at the Jiuquan Satellite Launch Center are confirmed ready after a comprehensive pre-launch drill.

Washington DC (UPI) Apr 25, 2024 - Following a successful launch on Thursday, China has initiated its latest mission to the Tiangong space station. The Shenzhou 18 spacecraft, carrying three crew members, was launched aboard a Long March 2F rocket from the Jiuquan spaceport in northwest China. The crew, consisting of Ye Guangfu, 43, Li Cong, 34, and Li Guangsu, 36, is set to undertake a six-month expedition aboard the station.

The journey to the Tiangong space station will take approximately seven hours... Читать дальше...

Sydney, Australia (SPX) Apr 25, 2024 - The inaugural China-Latin American and Caribbean States Space Cooperation Forum began in Wuhan, Hubei province, China, on Wednesday.

Chinese Vice-Premier Zhang Guoqing presented a congratulatory letter from President Xi Jinping at the forum's opening ceremony, highlighting the ongoing developments and the significance of space cooperation between China and the Latin American and Caribbean nations.

Sydney, Australia (SPX) Apr 22, 2024 - Aarti Holla-Maini, the director of the United Nations Office for Outer Space Affairs (UNOOSA), recently commended China for its significant contributions to space exploration and the ongoing collaboration with her organization to utilize space technologies for the global good.

In a special interview with Xinhua prior to her upcoming visit to China for a sequence of space-related events, Holla-Maini expressed her anticipation and readiness to learn more about China's advanced space achievements. Читать дальше...

Sydney, Australia (SPX) Apr 25, 2024 - The China Manned Space Agency (CMSA) is progressing with its planned development of systems for its upcoming lunar landing, as stated by Lin Xiqiang, the deputy director of CMSA, during a recent press conference.

The essential development phases for significant components like the Long March-10 rocket, the manned spacecraft Mengzhou, the lunar lander Lanyue, and the astronaut lunar suit have been completed. Currently, these components are undergoing prototype production and testing phases... Читать дальше...

Sydney, Australia (SPX) Apr 26, 2024 - The Shenzhou XVIII manned spaceship's three astronauts successfully entered China's space station early on Friday.

Later, the two groups of astronaut crew members will conduct an on-orbit rotation at the space station.

Sydney, Australia (SPX) Apr 25, 2024 - The China Manned Space Agency (CMSA) has completed over 130 scientific research and application projects aboard its space station, reporting significant advancements, according to a recent press conference.

Lin Xiqiang, the deputy director of the CMSA, noted that more than 300 scientific experiment samples have been successfully returned to Earth by astronauts in five separate missions.