MIT engineers have identified new materials that could be more efficient conductors of protons – the nucleus of a hydrogen atom – which could pave the way for a number of climate-protecting technologies. Today's proton-conducting materials require very high temperatures, but lower-temperature alternatives could boost new technologies such as fuel cells that produce clean electricity…
The number of satellites orbiting the Earth has grown exponentially in recent years, both due to lower costs and a rise in demand for services that satellites can provide, such as broadband internet and climate surveillance. However, this increase in activity also raises concerns around safety, security, and the environment, necessitating enhanced methods for monitoring…
In today's digital era, the demand for ever-increasing computing power has been overwhelmingly huge, driven primarily by advancements in artificial intelligence. However, the constant innovation in computing technology is facing obstacles, primarily due to the limitations in the shrinking size of transistors used in chips. This imposes a strict limit on Moore's Law and Dennard's…
Solar cells, transistors, LEDs, and batteries with boosted performance require better electronic materials which are often discovered from novel compositions. Scientists have turned to AI tools to identify potential materials from millions of chemical formulations, with engineers developing machines that can print hundreds of samples at a time, based on compositions identified by AI algorithms.…
Hydrogen, one of the most abundant elements in the Universe, mainly exists alongside other elements. However, the discovery of naturally occurring underground pockets of pure hydrogen is increasingly attracting attention as an unlimited source of carbon-free energy. In fact, the US Department of Energy recently awarded $20 million in research grants to 18 teams to…
Gramener, a Straive Company, has developed GeoBox, a solution that employs spatial data and advanced modeling techniques to understand and mitigate the impacts of urban heat islands (UHIs). UHIs, areas within cities that register significantly higher temperatures than rural areas, can lead to a variety of environmental and health issues including increased energy consumption, poor…