Autos
Octopus-like design improves underwater vehicle maneuverability
University of Iowa researchers have reported a key advance in the ease of flow and maneuverability for underwater vehicles.This article was originally published here
Month: September 2025
Agriculture
Sydney once produced its own food—but urban development has devoured the city’s food bowl
For much of Sydney’s history, the city supported its population with crops, orchards, dairies, abattoirs, oyster beds, wineries and market gardens scattered across the basin.This article was originally published here
Autos
Tragedy has struck Lisbon’s funicular railway. Transport expert explains how these old-fashioned trains work
Some 15 people have died after the Gloria funicular railway car in Lisbon, Portugal, derailed and crashed on Wednesday local time.This article was originally published here
Autos
Lithium-metal batteries can charge in 12 minutes for an 800 km drive
Korean researchers have ushered in a new era for electric vehicle (EV) battery technology by solving the long-standing dendrite problem in lithium-metal batteries. While conventional lithium-ion batteries are limited to a maximum range of 600 […]
Agriculture
Broccoli seeds can spread resistance to multiple fungicides
A new study found evidence that commercial broccoli seeds can harbor a fungal seedborne pathogen, Alternaria brassicicola, with cross resistance to two commonly used fungicides.This article was originally published here
Agriculture
Organic solutions for better aquaculture and ecosystems
Farmed fish are increasingly replacing wild fish to meet consumer demand in China, as well as Australia—and barramundi is a popular choice.This article was originally published here
Agriculture
Cotton crop thrives with timely rains across the state
Despite some challenges, cotton production is expected to be better than average due to timely rains this season, according to Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service reports around the state.This article was originally published here
Autos
Flying blind: Aviation experts call for more pilot training amid poor general aviation safety record
A new study shows that piloting a light aircraft remains an inherently risky business, accounting for over 90% of aviation-related fatalities.This article was originally published here
Autos
Drone swarms achieve unprecedented speed and coordination with new real-time system
Durham University scientists have unveiled a major advance in drone swarm technology that could transform the way unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) are used in real-world missions.This article was originally published here
Autos
How autoworkers are retraining for the robot revolution
General Motors Co. worker Annie Ignaczak spent years walking in circles on concrete factory floors, assembling the same parts and counting down hundreds of pieces she and her coworkers needed to finish before lunch.This article […]