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NASA’s InSight Mars Lander Captured with Dust Layers by Mars Reconnaissance Orbiter
NASA’s retired InSight Mars lander has been spotted by the Mars Reconnaissance Orbiter (MRO) in a recent image taken on October 23, 2024. The image, captured using the HiRISE camera, shows dust accumulation on InSight’s solar panels, now matching the reddish-brown Martian surface. This observation provides insights into wind patterns and dust m...
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Mars Dust Storms May Be Predictable Based on Surface Heating Patterns
A new study suggests warm days on Mars often precede dust storms, with researchers analysing data from NASA's Mars Reconnaissance Orbiter. The findings show 78% of storms correlate with increased solar heating, particularly in northern regions of the planet. Scientists have developed an algorithm predicting certain storm types with 64% confidence, ...
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Atishi Launches Delhi Solar Portal; Will Help Power Consumers Become 'Prosumers'
Delhi Chief Minister Atishi launched the 'Delhi Solar Portal' as a single-window solution for installing rooftop solar panels by people in the national capital.
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Ambrane Solar 10K Power Bank With Inbuilt Solar Panel, 10,000mAh Capacity Launched in India
Ambrane Solar 10K was launched in India on Monday. It is the first solar power bank from the company. The portable charger comes with a 10,000mAh capacity and supports 22.5W charging output. It is equipped with four foldable solar charging panels, an inbuilt LED flashlight, and a digital display, which helps keep track of the battery status of th...
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Reflect Orbital Plans to ‘Sell Sunlight’ at Night With the Help of Satellite Mirrors
A California-based start-up, Reflect Orbital, has announced an innovative plan that could significantly enhance global energy consumption by providing sunlight after sunset. The company, led by company's CEO Ben Nowack, plans to redirect sunlight onto Earth's solar panels during the night, effectively "selling sunlight" on demand. This innovative i...
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Pak Man Uses Solar Panels To Charge Mobile Due To Electricity Shortage
As the country deals with circular debt, a young man in Pakistan, who runs a mobile charging shop in a Sukkar village, started using solar panels to get power as the problem of electricity shortage rises across the nation, reported ARY News.
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How Ancient Roman Tiles Are Helping Pompeii To Power A Villa
Pompeii is shining a light on mysterious rites of ancient Rome thanks to terracotta-style solar roof tiles installed on one of its most famous villas.
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Interim Budget 2024: Rooftop Solar Scheme "Breaks Barriers", Say Industry Leaders
Called 'Suryodaya Yojana', the scheme focuses on putting solar panels on the rooftops of homes, turning sunlight into electricity for individual households.
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"Consumers Installing Rooftop Solar Panels At Home Will Get Zero Power Bills": Arvind Kejriwal
He said such consumers will be paid for solar power generation.
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"My First Decision After Returning From Ayodhya": PM Announces New Scheme
Prime Minister Narendra Modi, after returning from Ayodhya today, said he has decided to begin a new scheme to help people set up solar panels at their homes.
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How To Charge A Phone In War-Hit Gaza: Patience Required, Sunshine Helps
Huddling around a bewildering tangle of cables and extension leads plugged into a hospital power outlet, displaced Gazan men are pursuing a critical but elusive goal: getting their phones charged.
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CES 2024: Lenovo Unveils Concept Keyboard, Mouse That Harvest Mechanical Energy for Charging
The ongoing Consumer Electronics Show (CES) has already seen a host of product launches and innovative concept devices. Lenovo, too, has showcased a lineup of new ThinkBook laptops, ThinkCentre neo desktops and other products at the event. The manufacturer’s CES slate also includes a proof-of-concept mechanical energy harvesting keyboard and mous...
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Scientists Prove Space Solar Farms Work, Can Bring Clean Energy Back To Earth
UK researchers suggest the feasibility of creating affordable, lightweight space solar panels for energy generation.
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Tesla Said to Have Proposed Plans to Set Up Battery Storage Systems in India
Tesla has drawn up plans to make and sell battery storage systems in India and submitted a proposal to officials seeking incentives to build a factory, two people aware of the plan said, as Elon Musk continues a push to enter the country. Tesla has been in talks about setting up a new electric vehicle (EV) factory in India to build a car priced ar...
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Ice Cream Truck With Solar Panel Has Everybody's Attention Online
“The fact that an ice cream vendor could afford solar panels came as a shocker to many people online,
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NASA’s InSight Mars Lander Captured with Dust Layers by Mars Reconnaissance Orbiter
NASA’s retired InSight Mars lander has been spotted by the Mars Reconnaissance Orbiter (MRO) in a recent image taken on October 23, 2024. The image, captured using the HiRISE camera, shows dust accumulation on InSight’s solar panels, now matching the reddish-brown Martian surface. This observation provides insights into wind patterns and dust m...
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Mars Dust Storms May Be Predictable Based on Surface Heating Patterns
A new study suggests warm days on Mars often precede dust storms, with researchers analysing data from NASA's Mars Reconnaissance Orbiter. The findings show 78% of storms correlate with increased solar heating, particularly in northern regions of the planet. Scientists have developed an algorithm predicting certain storm types with 64% confidence, ...
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Atishi Launches Delhi Solar Portal; Will Help Power Consumers Become 'Prosumers'
Delhi Chief Minister Atishi launched the 'Delhi Solar Portal' as a single-window solution for installing rooftop solar panels by people in the national capital.
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Ambrane Solar 10K Power Bank With Inbuilt Solar Panel, 10,000mAh Capacity Launched in India
Ambrane Solar 10K was launched in India on Monday. It is the first solar power bank from the company. The portable charger comes with a 10,000mAh capacity and supports 22.5W charging output. It is equipped with four foldable solar charging panels, an inbuilt LED flashlight, and a digital display, which helps keep track of the battery status of th...
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Reflect Orbital Plans to ‘Sell Sunlight’ at Night With the Help of Satellite Mirrors
A California-based start-up, Reflect Orbital, has announced an innovative plan that could significantly enhance global energy consumption by providing sunlight after sunset. The company, led by company's CEO Ben Nowack, plans to redirect sunlight onto Earth's solar panels during the night, effectively "selling sunlight" on demand. This innovative i...
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Pak Man Uses Solar Panels To Charge Mobile Due To Electricity Shortage
As the country deals with circular debt, a young man in Pakistan, who runs a mobile charging shop in a Sukkar village, started using solar panels to get power as the problem of electricity shortage rises across the nation, reported ARY News.
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How Ancient Roman Tiles Are Helping Pompeii To Power A Villa
Pompeii is shining a light on mysterious rites of ancient Rome thanks to terracotta-style solar roof tiles installed on one of its most famous villas.
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Interim Budget 2024: Rooftop Solar Scheme "Breaks Barriers", Say Industry Leaders
Called 'Suryodaya Yojana', the scheme focuses on putting solar panels on the rooftops of homes, turning sunlight into electricity for individual households.
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"Consumers Installing Rooftop Solar Panels At Home Will Get Zero Power Bills": Arvind Kejriwal
He said such consumers will be paid for solar power generation.
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"My First Decision After Returning From Ayodhya": PM Announces New Scheme
Prime Minister Narendra Modi, after returning from Ayodhya today, said he has decided to begin a new scheme to help people set up solar panels at their homes.
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How To Charge A Phone In War-Hit Gaza: Patience Required, Sunshine Helps
Huddling around a bewildering tangle of cables and extension leads plugged into a hospital power outlet, displaced Gazan men are pursuing a critical but elusive goal: getting their phones charged.
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CES 2024: Lenovo Unveils Concept Keyboard, Mouse That Harvest Mechanical Energy for Charging
The ongoing Consumer Electronics Show (CES) has already seen a host of product launches and innovative concept devices. Lenovo, too, has showcased a lineup of new ThinkBook laptops, ThinkCentre neo desktops and other products at the event. The manufacturer’s CES slate also includes a proof-of-concept mechanical energy harvesting keyboard and mous...
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Scientists Prove Space Solar Farms Work, Can Bring Clean Energy Back To Earth
UK researchers suggest the feasibility of creating affordable, lightweight space solar panels for energy generation.
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Tesla Said to Have Proposed Plans to Set Up Battery Storage Systems in India
Tesla has drawn up plans to make and sell battery storage systems in India and submitted a proposal to officials seeking incentives to build a factory, two people aware of the plan said, as Elon Musk continues a push to enter the country. Tesla has been in talks about setting up a new electric vehicle (EV) factory in India to build a car priced ar...
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Ice Cream Truck With Solar Panel Has Everybody's Attention Online
“The fact that an ice cream vendor could afford solar panels came as a shocker to many people online,
