Graduate Student’s NASA Robot Algorithm Solves Assembly Issue
Graduate student Sarah Downs built a force-based robot for NASA that inserts satellite antennas without cameras, solving peg-in-hole assembly in space.
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Helion Secures $425 Million to Advance Fusion Power Commercialization
Helion, a leader in fusion energy technology, has announced a $425 million Series F investment to accelerate the commercialization of its fusion power solutions. The investment, announced on January 28, 2025, includes contributions from new investors like Lightspeed Venture Partners…
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ETH Zurich Develops Eco-Friendly Moisture-Control Building Material
Researchers at ETH Zurich have created an innovative building material that enhances indoor air quality by managing moisture levels. Introduced in January 2025, these components are made from mineral waste and designed for high-traffic indoor areas. ETH Zurich’s civil engineers…
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Stratolaunch Secures $24.7M Contract for Hypersonic Flight Testing with MDA
Stratolaunch, based in Mojave, California, has been awarded a $24.7 million contract by the Missile Defense Agency (MDA) to conduct hypersonic flight tests using its Spirit of Mojave launch platform. This initiative aims to enhance national defense capabilities against emerging…
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LG Energy Partners with Aptera for Exclusive Solar EV Battery Supply
LG Energy Solution has entered into an exclusive agreement to supply cylindrical batteries to Aptera Motors, a solar electric vehicle manufacturer. This partnership, formalized at CES 2025 in Las Vegas, involves a three-party Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with CTNS, a…
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Hyundai and NVIDIA Forge Alliance to Enhance AI in Mobility
Hyundai Motor Group has entered a strategic partnership with NVIDIA to bolster the development of advanced artificial intelligence technologies aimed at revolutionizing mobility solutions. Announced on January 10, 2025, this collaboration seeks to integrate cutting-edge AI into Hyundai’s core products…
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Innovative Underwater Habitats: A Leap Forward in Ocean Exploration
British startup Deep is set to revolutionize ocean exploration with its pioneering underwater habitat project. In early 2025, Deep will test Vanguard, a small, modular habitat, as a precursor to the larger Sentinel system planned for completion in 2027. These…
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