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MIT's high-tech 'bubble wrap' turns air into safe drinking water — even in Death ValleyResearchers at MIT have tested a new technology for turning water vapor in the atmosphere into drinkable water, even in extreme environments.
By Damien Pine Published
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Scientists invent photosynthetic 'living' material that sucks CO2 out of the atmosphereScientists have developed a material with photosynthetic bacteria that convert carbon dioxide into a mineral skeleton. The material hardens over time, so it could be used for buildings, they say.
By Sascha Pare Published
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China has developed the largest drone carrier in the world — and it's getting ready for takeoffThe world’s largest drone "mothership" is getting ready for deployment in June. It’s designed to carry and launch up to 100 drones in a swarm, including kamikaze drones.
By Damien Pine Published
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Golden Dome: Everything to know about Trump's $25 billion missile defense planPresident Trump has set aggressive goals for Golden Dome, but many parts of the system already exist.
By Iain Boyd Published
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Breakthrough stretchy battery moves like toothpaste and could power pacemakers and hearing aidsThis breakthrough in battery power could bring wearable tech, implanted medical devices, and humanoid robots to life.
By Lisa D. Sparks Published
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Chinese scientists makes nuclear power breakthrough using abandoned US researchScientists in China have refuelled a thorium reactor on the fly for the first time. The breakthrough is paving the way for working reactors that are significantly safer than conventional alternatives.
By Jane McCallion Published
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How will the latest generation of fighter jets stand out? The answer lies in stealth tech.Opinion The fighter jets are likely to incorporate AI, as well as advanced engine and stealth technology.
By David Bacci Published
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Stabbed, cut, attacked, twisted — scientists subject new stretchable battery to extreme torture, and it retained 90% of its capacityA new stretchable hydrogel battery can withstand extreme conditions and still operate effectively, scientists say.
By Ruari McCallion Published
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New urinal designs could prevent up to 265,000 gallons of urine from spilling onto the floor each dayResearchers have invented two new urinal designs that could significantly reduce the amount of urine splashback, keeping public restrooms cleaner.
By Jess Thomson Published
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