The idea of parallel universes may seem bizarre, but physics has found all sorts of reasons why they should exist.
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One of the biggest things driverless vehicles is going to do to the average person is to take away the semi driver jobs.
It’s an unfortunate fact and one that will continue to spread to other facets of the workforce, but for now we won’t have to worry, that’s a while off. Either way there’s still the first in what will hopefully be a long line of elegant driverless semi’s, and the two you’re about to see come straight from the geniuses at Audi. The first of these beautiful trucks is the street truck, designed for active use on the road. The second is their show truck, and looks to be much less practical but much cooler to be in!
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Genetically modified organisms and foods are a safe way to meet the demands of a ballooning global population, the 109 laureates wrote in a letter posted online and officially unveiled at a news conference on Thursday in Washington, D.C.
The world’s top scientists say opponents of genetically modified foods are standing in the way of nutrition for people around the world.
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A startup called Starry is shaking things up, attempting to provide a faster internet service that’s cheaper and hassle-free (and remarkably fast). Testing is set to begin in Boston.
Say goodbye to expensive internet coming in at slow speeds.
A new Boston startup called “Starry” is promising a tall order: delivering fast, affordable, wireless internet access to apartments and businesses. When they say fast, they mean it. The company says their wireless internet will be nearly 100 times faster than the average home connection.
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Podo Camera
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10 years ago, this beautiful animal stepped on a landmine. Now, thanks to a new prosthetic leg, she can walk again. http://voc.tv/29e6yb5
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‘Growing’ drones is under research
Posted in 3D printing, drones, military
It sounds like an idea for a science fiction film, but here in the UK scientists and engineers are spending time and money to see if they can do exactly that.
British warplanes are already flying with parts made from a 3D printer. Researchers are already using that same technology to build drones.
The military advantage is obvious — building equipment quickly and close to the battlefield — without long waits and long supply chains — gives you an enormous advantage over any enemy.
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You May Never Have To Go Grey!
Posted in futurism
