In a groundbreaking experiment conducted by aerospace engineers at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign, a new internal boundary layer was discovered during observations on turbulent boundary layers and their response to flow acceleration. This unexpected finding has the potential to revolutionize our understanding of complex aerodynamics and improve the accuracy of turbulence models in predicting
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On a scorching summer day, wearing white clothing can make anyone feel cooler than donning darker colors because white reflects sunlight instead of absorbing it. However, researchers have recently developed a groundbreaking solution inspired by the nanostructures found in butterfly wings to create cooling films that maintain vibrant colors while reducing heat absorption. These films
The superconducting (SC) diode effect has been capturing the attention of physicists around the world due to its potential for advancing technology. This effect is characterized by the nonreciprocal nature of superconductivity, wherein materials exhibit superconducting properties in one direction of current flow and resistive properties in the other. A team of researchers from the
Scientists at Rice University have discovered a remarkable connection between topological states and strongly correlated physics in certain materials, a finding that has significant implications for the advancement of quantum computing. This unexpected discovery bridges the gap between subfields of condensed matter physics, shedding light on the emergent properties of quantum materials. The research, led
In a groundbreaking experiment over a century ago, physicists Albert Einstein and Wander de Haas discovered that by exposing an iron cylinder to a reversed magnetic field, it would start rotating without any physical contact. This phenomenon, known as the Einstein-de Haas effect, has fascinated scientists and has now been extended to a new class
A team of researchers from Chapman University and several other institutions has made a groundbreaking discovery in radar technology. By employing new interference radar functions, they have significantly improved the distance resolution between objects using radar waves. This breakthrough has important implications for various sectors, including the military, construction, archaeology, mineralogy, and more. The results
Apple’s AirPods, the popular truly wireless stereo (TWS) earphones, may serve as more than just a convenient audio accessory in the future. A recently published patent application by the US Patent Office (USPTO) suggests that Apple has developed a sensor mechanism for the AirPods that can monitor electrical impulses from the wearer’s brain. This innovation
NASA (National Aeronautics and Space Administration) has recently unveiled an exciting development for space enthusiasts and science lovers alike – NASA+, a new on-demand streaming platform. Alongside this launch, the US space agency is also implementing significant changes to its science websites, aiming to enhance user experience and accessibility. NASA+ is a free and ad-free
India’s space agency, the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO), has successfully carried out two crucial tests as part of the preparations for the country’s first human spaceflight mission, Gaganyaan. These tests were focused on validating and refining the performance of the propulsion system that would be used to launch the mission. The “hot tests” on
The Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) is preparing for the launch of its third lunar mission, Chandrayaan-3, on July 14 at 2:35pm IST. This mission follows the previous Chandrayaan-2, which unfortunately faced partial failure with a crash-landing on the moon’s surface. In an effort to avoid the mistakes of its predecessor, ISRO has made several