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Caltech researchers have developed an innovative, palm-sized robot named CARL (Coordinated Aquatic Robotic Locomotion) that utilizes fluid vortices to move efficiently, slashing energy consumption by 80%. This breakthrough could significantly enhance the efficiency of autonomous vehicles operating in water and air by leveraging natural environmental forces. Harnessing Fluid Vortices for Energy-Efficient Motion CARL’s design is…

In a significant advancement for India’s transportation sector, Union Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw announced on Monday an additional $1 million grant to the Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Madras. This funding aims to further the development of India’s first hyperloop test track, a project that promises to revolutionize high-speed travel in the country. The hyperloop…

The U.S. military’s secretive X-37B spaceplane has successfully returned to Earth after spending a record-breaking 908 days in orbit. The reusable, uncrewed spacecraft, operated by the U.S. Space Force, landed at NASA’s Kennedy Space Center in Florida on February 26, marking the completion of its latest classified mission. A Historic Mission The X-37B was launched…

Researchers at Cornell University have introduced HelioSkin, an innovative solar-collecting fabric designed to revolutionize energy absorption in architectural applications. This lightweight, flexible material can conform to complex shapes, seamlessly integrating into various structures to enhance both functionality and aesthetics. A Fusion of Design and Functionality Traditional solar panels are often rigid and visually unappealing, limiting…