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8/26/2024
New AI system by Rice engineers enhances real-time flood detection on roads

New AI system by Rice engineers enhances real-time flood detection on roads

OpenSafe Fusion leverages existing individual reporting mechanisms and public data sources to sense quickly evolving road conditions.

Kapil Kajal

2 days ago

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8/25/2024
Robotaxi: General Motors’ Cruise to offer its self-driving cars on Uber

Robotaxi: General Motors’ Cruise to offer its self-driving cars on Uber

Starting next year, Cruise, the autonomous vehicle company backed by General Motors, will offer its self-driving cars on Uber’s ride-hailing platform.

Bojan Stojkovski

3 days ago

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China’s manned airship AS700 achieves milestone, completes its longest flight yet

China’s manned airship AS700 achieves milestone, completes its longest flight yet

The airship is set to be delivered this year and is expected to begin commercial operations soon.

Bojan Stojkovski

3 days ago

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8/17/2024
Nuclear container ship with fourth-generation reactor could soon become reality

Nuclear container ship with fourth-generation reactor could soon become reality

Nuclear propulsion shows signs of playing a key role in energy transition.

8/12/2024
‘World’s 1st’ hydrogen-to-synthetic jet fuel demonstrator plant to open in London

‘World’s 1st’ hydrogen-to-synthetic jet fuel demonstrator plant to open in London

Innovative one step production process could reduce the cost of SAF, making it more attractive for commercial use.

Ameya Paleja

16 days ago

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China: Biggest cargo drone carries over 1.5 tons in 1st test flight

China: Biggest cargo drone carries over 1.5 tons in 1st test flight

The drone is about the size of a Cessna light aircraft, and can carry around 1,500 pounds worth of cargo.

South Korea: Hyundai 1st to reveal EV battery makers’ list, Kia to follow

South Korea: Hyundai 1st to reveal EV battery makers’ list, Kia to follow

South Korean government officials met on Monday to discuss the safety concerns related with EVs.

Abhishek Bhardwaj

16 days ago

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8/10/2024
Self-driving cars with level-4 automation hit Hong Kong roads for testing

Self-driving cars with level-4 automation hit Hong Kong roads for testing

Eight autonomous vehicles are currently being tested at five different locations.

Bojan Stojkovski

18 days ago

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8/9/2024
‘Pregnant’ cars? China’s record heatwave causes cars to grow baby bumps

‘Pregnant’ cars? China’s record heatwave causes cars to grow baby bumps

Prolonged exposure to direct sunlight can potentially affect the longevity and appearance of car wrap.

World’s 1st hydrogen-powered plane to attempt 9-day nonstop global flight 

World’s 1st hydrogen-powered plane to attempt 9-day nonstop global flight 

The main difficulty is preserving the liquid hydrogen’s state at an extremely low temperature, nearing absolute zero, for the entire nine-day flight.

Aman Tripathi

19 days ago

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8/8/2024
World’s 1st 4th gen heat pump to boost EV performance, driving range

World’s 1st 4th gen heat pump to boost EV performance, driving range

The system employs a distinctive method by simultaneously recovering heat from various sources, including the motor, battery, and the air surrounding the vehicle.

Aman Tripathi

20 days ago

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8/7/2024
Mach-E: Mustang EV sets Guinness World Record with 569 miles on single charge

Mach-E: Mustang EV sets Guinness World Record with 569 miles on single charge

For the record attempt, the Automobile Association provided official adjudication and its leading EV support services.

New megawatt motor that could double electric aircraft range gets funding boost 

New megawatt motor that could double electric aircraft range gets funding boost 

The company will use the funding to scale production and launch its megawatt-class electric motors.

Jijo Malayil

21 days ago

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8/6/2024
Breaking barriers, China’s 621 mph ultrafast maglev train aces new test

Breaking barriers, China’s 621 mph ultrafast maglev train aces new test

The test showed the train was capable of controlled navigation, stable suspension and safe stopping.

Abhishek Bhardwaj

22 days ago

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8/4/2024
First-ever dry cathode Cybertruck: Tesla model could reshape EV landscape

First-ever dry cathode Cybertruck: Tesla model could reshape EV landscape

Tesla acquired Maxwell five years ago to utilize its dry electrode coating process for battery cell production.

8/1/2024
Japan’s Honda, Nissan, Mitsubishi unite on EV, AI to compete with Tesla, BYD

Japan’s Honda, Nissan, Mitsubishi unite on EV, AI to compete with Tesla, BYD

Automakers believe they need to catch up with new players like Tesla and BYD in green car technology.

Kapil Kajal

a month ago

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BYD trumps Tesla: China EV maker signs deal with Uber for 100,000 cars

BYD trumps Tesla: China EV maker signs deal with Uber for 100,000 cars

BYD’s global expansion and partnership with Uber challenge Tesla’s dominance in the electric vehicle market.

Sujita Sinha

a month ago

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7/31/2024
Giant cylinder sails could cut 90% fuel consumption in cargo ships

Giant cylinder sails could cut 90% fuel consumption in cargo ships

Out of the global fleet of approximately 60,000 cargo ships, only about 30 currently utilize wind propulsion technology.

7/25/2024
Embraer unveils historic world-1st auto takeoff system for passenger planes

Embraer unveils historic world-1st auto takeoff system for passenger planes

The Embraer Enhanced Takeoff System (E2TS) optimizes takeoff for E2 aircraft, increasing fuel capacity, range, and payload.

Jijo Malayil

a month ago

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7/23/2024
260mph: Airbus Racer shatters speed records in its seventh flight

260mph: Airbus Racer shatters speed records in its seventh flight

The achievement comes less than two months after its maiden flight, showcasing remarkable progress in aviation.

Kapil Kajal

a month ago

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