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SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY - July 2015

Jul 2015

Nov 11, 2024

Newly Found Earth-Like Planet May Hold Key to Humanity's Survival

A team of astronomers uncovered an Earth-like planet orbiting a star located 4,000 light years away from the solar system, potentially offering insights into Earth's distant future. The rocky planet, about the same mass as Earth, revolves around a white dwarf in the constellation Sagittarius.
The discovery brings a glimmer of hope for Earth's survival when the sun enters its final stages. It suggests that Earth could potentially avoid being consumed by the expanding sun, opening up possibilities for human migration to the outer solar system, with moons such as Europa, Callisto, and Ganymede around Jupiter, or Enceladus near Saturn, becoming possible havens for future generations.

Nov 09, 2024

ATMOS 2024: A Three-Day Tech Extravaganza at BITS Pilani - Hyderabad Campus

ATMOS 2024, a three-day technical fest at BITS Pilani's Hyderabad campus promised an exciting array of intellectual and entertainment-packed activities. This annual event brought together students who showcased their innovative skills and competed in dynamic contests like Robot Wars, Drone Racing, and Hackathons. Organised by students since 2012, ATMOS has evolved into one of India's most awaited tech events, offering not only technical competitions but also cultural and recreational activities.
Students demonstrated their diverse skills at this event, which has been organised by students since its inception in 2012.

Nov 08, 2024

C-DOT and IIT Roorkee Signs Agreement for "Development of Polymer Based Low-Cost Millimeter Wave ...

Centre for Development of Telematics (C-DOT), the premier Telecom R&D centre of the Department of Telecommunications (DoT), Government of India signed an agreement with the Indian Institute of Technology Roorkee (IIT Roorkee) for the development of "Millimeter Wave Transceiver for 5G Rural Connectivity ".
The agreement was signed under the Telecom Technology Development Fund (TTDF) scheme of the Department of Telecommunications, Government of India. This scheme, designed to fund Indian start-ups, academia, and R&D institutions, is a crucial enabler for designing, developing, and commercialising telecommunication products and solutions. It aims to enable affordable broadband and mobile services, playing a significant role in bridging the digital divide across India.

Zimbabwe Launches ZIMSAT-2 to Advance Space Programme

Zimbabwe launched its second satellite, ZIMSAT-2, from the Vostochny Cosmodrome in Russia, a major milestone in the country's growing space programme. This satellite, equipped with a high-resolution multispectral camera, will aid in agriculture, resource exploration, environmental monitoring, and disaster management. It follows the successful launch of Zimbabwe's first satellite, ZIMSAT-1, in November 2022, marking continued progress in space technology and innovation.
The satellite is designed to deliver high-resolution data that will benefit sectors such as agriculture by monitoring crop health, predicting yields, and addressing nutrient deficiencies. Additionally, it will enhance resource mapping, environmental surveillance, and disaster management efforts across the nation.

Nov 06, 2024

Japan Launches World's First Wooden Satellite, LignoSat, into Space

The world's first wooden satellite, LignoSat, was launched by Japanese scientists to understand the feasibility of timber in space.
Kyoto University and homebuilder Sumitomo Forestry jointly developed the wooden satellite, LignoSat, and sent it to the International Space Station (ISS) on a SpaceX mission. The satellite will be positioned approximately 400 kilometres above Earth.

Nov 05, 2024

ISRO Begins Groundbreaking Analogue Space Mission in Leh

ISRO announced the launch of its analogue space mission in Leh, Ladakh. This innovative mission aims to simulate life in an interplanetary habitat, addressing the challenges associated with establishing a base station beyond Earth. Through this initiative, ISRO seeks to gather insights and prepare for future space exploration endeavours.
The mission is developed through a partnership involving, Human Spaceflight Center, ISRO, AAKA Space Studio, University of Ladakh, IIT Delhi and Supported by the Ladakh Autonomous Hill Development Council.
The mission aims to replicate environmental conditions similar to those found on Mars and the Moon, considering Ladakh's unique climate and geography.
It focuses on the extreme temperatures of the region, which range from 3 to 35 °C in summers and −20 to −35 °C in winters, with heavy snowfall in winter months.

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