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SpaceX and Firefly Team Up to Launch Firefly Blue Ghost with 10 NASA Payloads
Firefly Aerospace’s Blue Ghost lunar lander will launch on SpaceX Falcon 9 in mid-January with 10 NASA payloads designed to test cutting-edge technologies. The mission includes tools like a radiation-resistant computer system, a GPS-like navigation system for lunar use, and dust-repelling technology for equipment maintenance. These payloads aim t...
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Quantum Breakthrough Observed as Scientists Define Photon Shape for the First Time
In a major scientific achievement, researchers at the University of Birmingham have defined the shape of a single photon for the first time. The study reveals how photons interact with their surroundings and emit energy, providing new insights into quantum physics. This work opens avenues for innovations in nanophotonic technologies, such as improv...
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DGIST Unveils Dual-Function 3D Smart Energy Device to Reduce Global Energy Use
South Korea’s DGIST has introduced a revolutionary 3D Smart Energy Device that performs both heating and cooling functions, designed to reduce energy consumption in temperature-dependent industries like construction and electronics. The device adjusts to manage temperatures efficiently, relying on a unique structure with radiative cooling and sol...
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Altman-Backed Startup Bets On Heat And The Sun To Tackle AI's Massive Carbon Footprint
Miami-based Exowatt launched a modular system to generate, store and dispatch clean energy on Tuesday. The company pairs a solar energy collector with a thermal battery that can deliver either heat or electricity.
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Samsung Releases Galaxy Time Watch Faces That Shows Real-Time Data of Planets in the Solar System
Samsung released new watch faces for its Galaxy Watch devices on March 31 which will tell users the current time on the different planets of the solar system. Dubbed Galaxy Time, the South Korean tech giant revealed that these watch faces were developed in collaboration with the European Space Agency (ESA). There are eight watch faces in total wher...
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Apple Preparing to Source Chips From US Plant, Plans Expansion in Chip Supply From Europe: Report
Apple is reportedly working to begin sourcing chips for its devices from a US plant, likely referring to an Arizona factory that will be run by Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing (TSMC), the world's largest contract chipmaker and a major supplier to the firm. TSMC last year announced plans to begin production of chips at its upcoming US plant in 2...
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Assam Government Signs 7 MOUs with Microsoft, Google, Tata Group, More: All Details
The government of Assem on Monday announced it had signed seven agreements with tech giants in the country including Microsoft, Google, Larsen & Toubro and Tata group firms. The MOUs were signed as part of the state government's efforts to train youth in the state and prepare them with digital and business skills, executing greenfield projects in t...
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Reliance Acquires 20% Stake In Solar Tech Firm Caelux For $12 Million
Reliance Industries Ltd on Friday said it has acquired a 20 per cent stake in California-based solar tech firm Caelux for USD 12 million as it strengthens its new energy manufacturing capabilities.
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Cabinet Approves Rs 4,500 Crore PLI Scheme To Boost Solar Equipment Manufacturing
The PLI scheme is aimed at adding 10,000 MW manufacturing capacity of integrated solar PV modules entailing direct investment of Rs 17,200 crore.
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US Pitches Cheaper Solar Tech To India Amid High Dependence On China
The United States wants India to explore manufacturing a cheaper alternative to silicon solar cells, U.S. Energy Secretary Dan Brouillette said on Wednesday, amid high dependence on Chinese technology.
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New Microwave Tech Paves Way for Space-Based Solar Power Generation
The Japan Aerospace Exploration Agency (Jaxa) successfully converted a microwave into direct electrical current at the receiving end.
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Personally Tech with Fortum India MD Sanjay Aggarwal
The India head of solar energy major Fortum is enthusiastic about gaming, whether it's on his Xbox 360 or playing Lumosity on his iPhone.
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Seiko Astron GPS Solar Watch Review: Great Style Meets High Tech
The Seiko Astron GPS Solar SSE003 has been launched in India carrying a price tag of Rs. 1,95,000.
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Lumos UnPlug Backpack Review: Sunbathed Tech
The Lumos UnPlug is a backpack with a solar panel that feeds into an integrated 2200mAh battery which can charge your portable devices.
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Solar power for urban poor in Kolkata
Some 100 odd poor familes living in an area of north Kolkata would possibly be the first in West Bengal to get solar home lighting systems with the help of three NGOs. "We have decided to light up homes of 100 poor families living without electricty in Bagbazar area in north Kolkata with solar photovoltic home lighting modules to mark the 150th bi...
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SpaceX and Firefly Team Up to Launch Firefly Blue Ghost with 10 NASA Payloads
Firefly Aerospace’s Blue Ghost lunar lander will launch on SpaceX Falcon 9 in mid-January with 10 NASA payloads designed to test cutting-edge technologies. The mission includes tools like a radiation-resistant computer system, a GPS-like navigation system for lunar use, and dust-repelling technology for equipment maintenance. These payloads aim t...
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Quantum Breakthrough Observed as Scientists Define Photon Shape for the First Time
In a major scientific achievement, researchers at the University of Birmingham have defined the shape of a single photon for the first time. The study reveals how photons interact with their surroundings and emit energy, providing new insights into quantum physics. This work opens avenues for innovations in nanophotonic technologies, such as improv...
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DGIST Unveils Dual-Function 3D Smart Energy Device to Reduce Global Energy Use
South Korea’s DGIST has introduced a revolutionary 3D Smart Energy Device that performs both heating and cooling functions, designed to reduce energy consumption in temperature-dependent industries like construction and electronics. The device adjusts to manage temperatures efficiently, relying on a unique structure with radiative cooling and sol...
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Altman-Backed Startup Bets On Heat And The Sun To Tackle AI's Massive Carbon Footprint
Miami-based Exowatt launched a modular system to generate, store and dispatch clean energy on Tuesday. The company pairs a solar energy collector with a thermal battery that can deliver either heat or electricity.
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Samsung Releases Galaxy Time Watch Faces That Shows Real-Time Data of Planets in the Solar System
Samsung released new watch faces for its Galaxy Watch devices on March 31 which will tell users the current time on the different planets of the solar system. Dubbed Galaxy Time, the South Korean tech giant revealed that these watch faces were developed in collaboration with the European Space Agency (ESA). There are eight watch faces in total wher...
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Apple Preparing to Source Chips From US Plant, Plans Expansion in Chip Supply From Europe: Report
Apple is reportedly working to begin sourcing chips for its devices from a US plant, likely referring to an Arizona factory that will be run by Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing (TSMC), the world's largest contract chipmaker and a major supplier to the firm. TSMC last year announced plans to begin production of chips at its upcoming US plant in 2...
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Assam Government Signs 7 MOUs with Microsoft, Google, Tata Group, More: All Details
The government of Assem on Monday announced it had signed seven agreements with tech giants in the country including Microsoft, Google, Larsen & Toubro and Tata group firms. The MOUs were signed as part of the state government's efforts to train youth in the state and prepare them with digital and business skills, executing greenfield projects in t...
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Reliance Acquires 20% Stake In Solar Tech Firm Caelux For $12 Million
Reliance Industries Ltd on Friday said it has acquired a 20 per cent stake in California-based solar tech firm Caelux for USD 12 million as it strengthens its new energy manufacturing capabilities.
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Cabinet Approves Rs 4,500 Crore PLI Scheme To Boost Solar Equipment Manufacturing
The PLI scheme is aimed at adding 10,000 MW manufacturing capacity of integrated solar PV modules entailing direct investment of Rs 17,200 crore.
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US Pitches Cheaper Solar Tech To India Amid High Dependence On China
The United States wants India to explore manufacturing a cheaper alternative to silicon solar cells, U.S. Energy Secretary Dan Brouillette said on Wednesday, amid high dependence on Chinese technology.
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New Microwave Tech Paves Way for Space-Based Solar Power Generation
The Japan Aerospace Exploration Agency (Jaxa) successfully converted a microwave into direct electrical current at the receiving end.
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Personally Tech with Fortum India MD Sanjay Aggarwal
The India head of solar energy major Fortum is enthusiastic about gaming, whether it's on his Xbox 360 or playing Lumosity on his iPhone.
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Seiko Astron GPS Solar Watch Review: Great Style Meets High Tech
The Seiko Astron GPS Solar SSE003 has been launched in India carrying a price tag of Rs. 1,95,000.
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Lumos UnPlug Backpack Review: Sunbathed Tech
The Lumos UnPlug is a backpack with a solar panel that feeds into an integrated 2200mAh battery which can charge your portable devices.
-
Solar power for urban poor in Kolkata
Some 100 odd poor familes living in an area of north Kolkata would possibly be the first in West Bengal to get solar home lighting systems with the help of three NGOs. "We have decided to light up homes of 100 poor families living without electricty in Bagbazar area in north Kolkata with solar photovoltic home lighting modules to mark the 150th bi...
