Letters to the Editor, July 29, 2024: Absolutely nothing novel
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US Forecast for Monday, July 29, 2024
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City/Town, State;Yesterday’s High Temp (F);Yesterday’s Low Temp (F);Today’s High Temp (F);Today’s Low Temp (F);Weather Condition;Wind Direction;Wind Speed (MPH);Humidity (%);Chance of Precip. (%);UV Index
Albany, NY;89;69;81;68;Not as warm;SSE;6;70%;55%;5
Albuquerque, NM;96;71;97;70;Mostly sunny and hot;SSW;6;30%;17%;12
Anchorage, AK;65;52;63;50;Rain and drizzle;SE;9;74%;91%;1
Asheville, NC;79;65;78;63;A shower and t-storm;WNW;4;87%;99%;3
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Caracas (AFP) July 24, 2024
Venezuela's military, a pillar of 25 years of socialist government, is expected to play a key role after a presidential election Sunday in which incumbent Nicolas Maduro is seeking a third six-year term.
What is not clear, is which side it will back.
Maduro's government, described as increasingly authoritarian, and an opposition convinced of victory, are both leaning on the armed forces
Taipei (AFP) July 25, 2024
A cargo ship sank off Taiwan's southern coast, with its nine Myanmar sailors missing after abandoning ship in life jackets, authorities said Thursday.
Stormy weather in the wake of Typhoon Gaemi has prevented rescuers from reaching the sailors, Hsiao Huan-chang, head of Taiwan's National Fire Agency, told a briefing.
"They fell into the sea and were floating there," Hsiao said, adding th
Sydney, Australia (SPX) Jul 29, 2024
Perovskite solar cells (PSCs) are celebrated for their remarkable performance and easy fabrication process. However, traditional hole transport layers (HTLs) like Poly (triarylamine) (PTAA), Nickel Oxide (NiOx), and poly (3,4-ethylenedioxythiophene)-poly (styrenesulfonate) (PEDOT) have inherent drawbacks that hinder their efficiency and stability. These materials often face issues such as hydrop
Sydney, Australia (SPX) Jul 29, 2024
Researchers from Huaqiao University and Qufu Normal University have made significant strides in solar energy technology, introducing new materials that promise to enhance the efficiency of perovskite solar cells (PSCs). Their study, published in the June 2024 issue of Energy Materials and Devices, details the development of three novel hole transport materials that may set new standards for sola
Tokyo, Japan (SPX) Jul 29, 2024
Residential buildings significantly contribute to global energy consumption, prompting many nations to seek effective solutions amidst the ongoing energy crisis. A promising approach involves making houses self-sufficient by generating their electricity using photovoltaic (PV) systems.
A common challenge in promoting PV systems in residential areas is determining the optimal size of solar
Berlin, Germany (SPX) Jul 29, 2024
Scientists at Kaunas University of Technology (KTU) in Lithuania have created new materials that significantly enhance the efficiency of solar cells for indoor applications. These photovoltaic cells, which can be integrated into various electronic devices, generate electricity even in low-light environments.
The rising consumption of oil and gas has led to an increase in atmospheric temper
Sydney, Australia (SPX) Jul 29, 2024
Researchers are advancing the efficiency of next-generation solar cells by incorporating a technique that divides light particles, or photons, into smaller components.
In a study published in Nature Chemistry, scientists have explored the process of singlet fission, where light particles split, and its underlying mechanisms.
Professor Tim Schmidt from UNSW Sydney's School of Chemistr
London, UK (SPX) Jul 22, 2024
GKN Aerospace has introduced H2FlyGHT, an ambitious Pounds 44 million project aimed at developing a 2-megawatt (MW) cryogenic hydrogen-electric propulsion system. This innovative initiative seeks to advance the future of sustainable aviation by focusing on the next generation of larger, eco-friendly aircraft.
H2FlyGHT builds on the foundation laid by the H2GEAR project, incorporating adva
London, UK (SPX) Jul 22, 2024
GKN Aerospace has successfully delivered the complete composite wing assembly for Supernal's first electric vertical takeoff and landing (eVTOL) demonstrator aircraft. By the end of July, GKN will also provide the booms for this Full-scale Technology Demonstrator (FSTD), which is set to begin flights later this year. These components are crucial for the development of Supernal's eVTOL vehicle, a
Sydney, Australia (SPX) Jul 23, 2024
Research from Curtin University has revealed that the massive iron ore deposits in the Hamersley Province of Western Australia are approximately one billion years younger than previously estimated. This finding could significantly enhance future exploration efforts for this critical resource.
Using an advanced geochronology method to accurately determine the age of iron oxide minerals, res
London, UK (SPX) Jul 21, 2024
Space storms could soon be forecasted with greater accuracy thanks to significant advancements in predicting when a violent solar eruption may impact Earth. Scientists have developed a method to determine the exact speed of a coronal mass ejection (CME) and predict its impact on Earth before it fully erupts from the Sun.
CMEs, which are bursts of gas and magnetic fields from the solar atmo
Los Angeles CA (SPX) Jul 29, 2024
USPACE Technology Group Limited ("USPACE" [1725.HK]) has announced the launch of six new commercial optical satellites and related aerospace products. The Group aims to tap into the global market and attract more customers, focusing on the growing demand from emerging markets and SMEs. This marks a significant step in USPACE's efforts toward satellite mass production and commercialization, furth
Los Angeles CA (SPX) Jul 29, 2024
AST SpaceMobile, Inc. (NASDAQ: ASTS) has announced the completion of its first five commercial satellites, named Bluebirds. These satellites, each equipped with communications arrays spanning 693 square feet, are set to be shipped to Cape Canaveral in the first week of August. A 7-day launch window is scheduled for September.
"This is a momentous occasion for AST SpaceMobile. These first f
Sydney, Australia (SPX) Jul 29, 2024
China's new atmospheric environment monitoring satellite and terrestrial ecosystem carbon monitoring satellite are now officially operational, according to the China National Space Administration (CNSA).
"During their in-orbit testing, these satellites demonstrated favorable application results across multiple areas, including ecological environment, forestry and grassland, geographic surv
Tokyo, Japan (SPX) Jul 29, 2024
Researchers have utilized modern techniques to revisit Johannes Kepler's historic sunspot drawings from 1607, uncovering new insights into solar cycles prior to the grand solar minimum. Led by Nagoya University in Japan, the international team reexamined Kepler's observations using Sporer's law and modern statistical methods. They accurately pinpointed the sunspot group's position, identifying i
Los Angeles CA (SPX) Jul 29, 2024
The surface of Uranus' moon Ariel contains substantial carbon dioxide ice, particularly on its trailing hemisphere, the side that faces away from its orbital motion. This is unexpected as carbon dioxide, even in the distant Uranian system-20 times farther from the Sun than Earth-easily sublimates into gas and escapes into space.
Researchers propose that the carbon dioxide on Ariel's surfac
Los Angeles CA (SPX) Jul 29, 2024
A critical component of the Orbital Reef commercial space station, developed by Blue Origin and Sierra Space with NASA funding, has successfully completed a full-scale burst pressure test. This achievement marks significant progress in NASA's efforts to establish new low Earth orbit destinations.
This milestone comes under a NASA Space Act Agreement awarded to Blue Origin in 2021. The Orbi
Sydney, Australia (SPX) Jul 29, 2024
China has officially commenced the operation of two advanced environmental protection satellites, as announced by the China National Space Administration (CNSA).
During a handover ceremony at CNSA's headquarters in Beijing, control of the Atmospheric Environmental Surveyor and the Terrestrial Ecosystem Carbon Inventory Satellite was transferred to their designated users. These users includ
Los Angeles CA (SPX) Jul 25, 2024
In space, some stars engage in a process where they draw energy and material from neighboring stars. By studying these interactions, researchers can gain insights into the formation of cosmic elements that are fundamental to planets, particles, and life on Earth.
Researchers at the Department of Energy's (DOE) Oak Ridge National Laboratory (ORNL) and Michigan State University (MSU) have su
Los Angeles CA (SPX) Jul 29, 2024
Planet Labs PBC (NYSE: PL), a leading provider of daily Earth data and insights, has announced an extension of its contract with the Taylor Geospatial Institute (TGI) through 2026. This collaboration represents Planet's most extensive direct engagement with a university consortium. The multi-year agreement enables TGI to utilize various industry-leading products from Planet, including PlanetScop
Los Angeles CA (SPX) Jul 25, 2024
SES Space and Defense, a wholly-owned subsidiary of SES, has been selected to provide the U.S. Army with Satellite Communications (SATCOM) as a Managed Service (SaaMS) in a pilot program under a blanket purchase agreement (BPA) valued at $3.6 million. This contract aims to offer flexible and tailored commercially leased SATCOM network services to meet evolving mission requirements. The contract
Los Angeles CA (SPX) Jul 29, 2024
NASA has launched a new mission aimed at improving climate data modeling and understanding the rapid changes in Earth's climate, particularly in the Arctic region. Known as the Arctic Radiation Cloud Aerosol Surface Interaction Experiment (ARCSIX), this mission underscores the global impact of Arctic ice, ocean, and atmospheric changes, acting as Earth's air conditioner.
The Arctic's cooli