Instrument Modeling Concepts for Tradespace Analysis of Satellite Constellations

Abstract: Constellations are gaining popularity in government and commercial space-based missions for Earth Observation (EO) due…

Many sharks closer to extinction than feared: Red List

Human appetites are pushing makos and other iconic sharks to the brink of extinction, scientists warned…

To stoke creativity, crank out ideas and then step away

There is an effective formula for unlocking employees' creative potential, according to new research from the…

4-D-printed materials can be stiff as wood or soft as sponge

Imagine smart materials that can morph from being stiff as wood to as soft as a…

Effects of Time-Varying Relative Spectral Response on the Calibration of MODIS Reflective Solar Bands

Abstract: Calibration of the on-orbit gain changes of the narrow bandwidth reflective solar bands (RSB) of…

Volunteers wanted to help unlock the secrets of the universe

Scientists are appealing for public help on one of the biggest astronomy projects of the next…

Treasure trove of marine fossils from ‘Cambrian explosion’ found in China

A team of researchers from Northwest University and Guizhou University, both in China and one from…

Boeing 737 Max: The FAA wanted a safe plane – but didn’t want to hurt America’s biggest exporter either

Recent incidents aside, air travel is incredibly safe these days.

A laser focus on finding better ways to make renewable fuels

In the search for alternatives to oil-based fuels, one of the most promising, and challenging, strategies…

Make deep learning faster and simpler

Artificial intelligence systems based on deep learning are changing the electronic devices that surround us.