A team of researchers at the University of California at Berkeley have created the first fully functional radio from a single carbon nanotube, which makes it by multiple orders of magnitude the smallest radio ever made. They’re jokingly referring to is as “the real nanopod”, which will now hold a spot in the Guinness World […]
The REAL Nanopod: Berkeley’s Record Breaking Micro Radio
Published in November 30th, 2007
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The New Space Age: Global Collaboration on Robotic and Human Exploration of the Solar System
Published in November 30th, 2007
“The Earth is just too small and fragile a basket for the human race to keep all its eggs in.”
Robert Heinlein
The number of space agencies in the world has been steadily rising over the past few decades and there are now over 36 separate space agencies around the world, but will they work together or […]
Will Silicon Valley Become the “Detroit of Electric Cars”?
Published in November 29th, 2007
In theory, Battery electric vehicles (BEVs) are the ideal form of transportation. They produce no noxious exhaust fumes, and minimal pollution, especially when charged from renewable energy. They are capable of acceleration exceeding conventional vehicles, but are much more quiet. Widespread use of BEVs would also reduce dependence on petroleum, enhance national security, and help […]
"Gore gets it!"
Published in November 29th, 2007
Gore gets it! – the prize, and the crisis. Deeply rooted in science, Al Gore has established climate crisis as a moral and spiritual imperative. Now we must act with speed on an unprecedented scale. Speed and scale. — John Doerr
I have seen the VP’s passion since my early days photographing him in Washington DC. […]
EveryScape 3-D Virtual Cities Goes Live
Published in November 29th, 2007
EveryScape went live this week, posting 3-D photo-realistic builds of Boston, New York City, Aspen, and Miami for users to explore. The new interactive mapping platform gives users both street-level and,
in some cases, interior access to landmarks, hotels and stores in
the select cities. Check it out for yourself -take a video tour of Aspen pre-ski […]
1st stage of the NEPTUNE Deep Sea Observatory completed ahead of schedule
Published in November 29th, 2007
The world of scientific exploration is nothing short of fantastical and amazing. Each month we are confronted with new discoveries, and reports of scientists pushing the boundaries of human knowledge. NEPTUNE – the North-East Pacific Time-series Undersea Networked Experiments – is another of these amazing attempts to push the boundaries of human knowledge. And, as […]
Virtual-Reality Screens: The High Tech Future of Warfare…Liquid Body Armor!
Published in November 29th, 2007
What will soldiers be wearing on the battlefield by the year 2025? According to the 24th Army Science Conference, future warriors could be equipped with high-tech uniforms of “libuck body armor” now under development using nanotechnologies. The battledress would also be equipped with 360-degree situational awareness technology, plus virtual reality screens that enable troops to […]
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