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North Carolina State University researchers have discovered a new welding method for composite metal foam (CMF), preserving its light, strong, and thermally insulating properties, vital for numerous applications.

Researchers at North Carolina State University have now identified a welding technique that can be used to join composite metal foam (CMF) components together without impairing the properties that make CMF desirable. CMFs hold promise for a wide array of applications because the pockets of air they contain make them light, strong and effective at insulating against high temperatures.

Characteristics and Challenges of CMF.

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For ‘deeper reading’ among children aged 10–12, paper trumps screens. What does it mean when schools are going digital?

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The Department of Education’s most recent study, declared in June, was surely sensational: it found that text comprehension skills of 13-year-olds had denied an average of four points since the Covid-affected schools in the academic year 2019–2020, and more alarmingly that the average drop was seven points compared with the 2012 figure. The results for the worst-performing students fell below the reading skill level recorded in 1971, when the first national study was conducted.

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Gemini 1.5 Pro includes a breakthrough in long-context understanding, handling up to 1 million tokens. It can also decipher the content of videos and describe what is happening in a scene.

In the world of large language models (LLMs) like ChatGPT, so-called “tokens” are the fundamental units of text that these models process, akin to words, punctuation, or parts of words in human language.

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Traceability and Compliance: In an era where transparency and accountability are paramount, metrology will contribute to the traceability of products throughout the supply chain. This is crucial for compliance with regulations and standards, as well as for addressing concerns related to product recalls and safety.

The Future is Metrology!

The manufacturing landscape of 2050 will be shaped by a convergence of technologies that optimize processes, enhance efficiency, and reduce environmental impact. In this transformative journey, metrology emerges as a key enabler, ensuring the precision, reliability, and quality of products in an increasingly complex and interconnected manufacturing ecosystem. As we look towards the future, the role of metrology will continue to evolve, driving innovation and setting new standards for the manufacturing industry.

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NASA ’s lunar mission with Intuitive Machines showcases successful launch, innovative engine testing, and advanced navigation technology for precise lunar exploration.

After a successful launch on February 15, six NASA science instruments and technology demonstrations continue their journey to the Moon aboard Intuitive Machines’ lander named Odysseus. The company confirmed communications contact with its mission operations control in Houston, and its lander continues to perform as expected.

Known as IM-1, Intuitive Machines successfully transmitted its first images back to Earth on February 16. These were captured shortly after separation from SpaceX ’s second stage, on Intuitive Machines’ first journey to the Moon as part of the agency’s Commercial Lunar Payload Services initiative and Artemis campaign.

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