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SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY - August 2015

Aug 2015

May 14, 2024

NASA Announces Plans to Build First Railway System on Moon

As the National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) readies to return astronauts to the moon, it has announced its plans to build a levitating robot train on the lunar surface. In a blog post, the American space agency provided details about the project called "Flexible Levitation on a Track (FLOAT)", which aims to provide a "robotic transport system" to support future lunar activities of astronauts visiting the moon. The transport system will be critical to the daily operation of a sustainable lunar base in the 2030s.

Infosys Receives ISO 42001:2023 Certification for Responsible AI Management

Infosys, a global leader in digital services and consulting, was awarded the ISO 42001:2023 certification by TUV India, for its Artificial Intelligence Management System (AIMS). This certification highlights Infosys' commitment to implementing responsible AI practices and adhering to regulatory standards.
Infosys' AIMS framework, part of the Topaz Responsible AI Suite, focuses on fostering responsible AI practices. The suite includes 10+ offerings built around the Scan, Shield, and Steer framework, aimed at monitoring and protecting AI models and systems.
The certification underscores Infosys' dedication to enhancing accountability and mitigating risks associated with AI initiatives. By adhering to global standards, Infosys aims to embed strong AI management practices across its diverse pursuits, including client projects, internal adoption, and product development.
TUV India commended Infosys for setting a new benchmark in AI innovation and emphasizes Infosys' proactive approach in implementing robust systems. This certification reflects Infosys' commitment to excellence in AI management and ethical deployment of AI solutions.

May 11, 2024

DoT Organises Telecom Design Collaboration Sprint to Drive Deep-tech Innovation in Telecom Sector...

The Department of Telecommunications (DoT) organised the first-of-its-kind Telecom Design Collaboration Sprint to foster deep-tech innovation among start-ups and academic institutions.
Through this initiative, DoT aims to drive the growth of the digital ecosystem by facilitating collaboration and innovation among a range of stakeholders. The event, which was held in Bangalore, brought together 15 leading start-ups, MSMEs, and academic institutions including IIT Madras, C-DOT, and IIT Delhi.

May 10, 2024

"Super-Earth": Astronomers Detect Rocky Planet with Atmosphere

Astronomers have searched for years for rocky planets beyond our solar system with an atmosphere - a trait considered essential for any possibility of harboring life. Well, they finally seem to have located one. But this hellish planet - apparently with a surface of molten rock - offers no hope for habitability.
As per the researchers, the planet is a "super-Earth" - a rocky world significantly larger than our planet but smaller than Neptune - and it orbits perilously close to a star dimmer and slightly less massive than our sun, rapidly completing an orbit every 18 hours or so.
Infrared observations using two instruments aboard the James Webb Space Telescope indicated the presence of a substantial - if inhospitable - atmosphere, perhaps continuously replenished by gases released from a vast ocean of magma.

May 08, 2024

Goldene: Swedish Scientists Create First Freestanding 2D Gold Sheet

Scientists at Sweden's Linköping University have recently made a significant scientific breakthrough by creating the first free-standing sheet made of gold, which is only one atom thick. This 2D sheet, named "goldene," is similar to graphene and marks the first time a metal has been transformed into a 2D sheet.
Production Process:
To create goldene, the scientists first sandwiched a silicon atomic layer between layers of titanium carbide. Gold was then deposited onto this structure, allowing gold atoms to replace the silicon atoms. Finally, the titanium carbide layers were removed through a chemical process, resulting in an extremely thin, free-standing layer of gold.
Potential Benefits:
Electronics Industry Gold is widely used in the electronics industry due to its high electrical conductivity. The development of goldene could revolutionize this industry by significantly reducing the amount of gold required in devices.
Energy-Efficient Catalysis Goldene could also be used in energy-efficient catalysis processes, such as carbon dioxide conversion, hydrogen production, and water purification.

Bajaj Auto Set to Revolutionize Transportation with World's First CNG Motorcycle

Bajaj Auto, led by Managing Director Rajiv Bajaj, is all set to introduce a groundbreaking innovation in the world of motorcycles. Amidst soaring petrol prices, the company is gearing up to launch the world's first CNG-powered motorcycle on June 18, 2024. This move aims to provide consumers with a cost-effective alternative for daily commuting, promising lower running costs compared to traditional petrol-powered bikes.
The prototype of Bajaj's CNG motorcycle, which has been spotted multiple times during testing, resembles a typical commuter bike. It features halogen turn indicators, telescopic forks, and a monoshock unit for suspension.

May 07, 2024

IIT-Madras Start-up Mindgrove Launches First India-made Microcontroller Chip

India is finally set to have a made-in-India microcontroller chip powering electronic devices. Mindgrove Technologies, incubated by IIT Madras Pravartak Technologies Foundation and IIT Madras Incubation Cell, and supported by Peak XV Partners, launched Secure IoT, India's debut high-performance SoC (system on chip).
A system-on-chip (SoC) combines many electronic parts into one chip, like a mini-computer. It goes into the printed circuit board (PCB) and is used in various devices, making them smaller and more efficient.
With Secure IoT, Indian Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEMs) can integrate an Indian SoC into their products and help reduce the cost of their feature-rich devices, without compromising on high-end features.

Boeing Starliner Crewed Launch Attempt Scrubbed Shortly Before Final Countdown

Two NASA astronauts had reached the final hours before a long-awaited launch attempt aboard Boeing's Starliner capsule, marking the first crewed mission of the new spacecraft.
But the mission was scrubbed about two hours before the countdown clock hit zero because of an issue with a valve on the Atlas V rocket, a workhorse vehicle built by Alabama-based United Launch Alliance that will fire the Starliner capsule to space.

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