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SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY - December 2018

Dec 2018

May 03, 2023

First Test Launch of New Low-cost Star Sensor Successfully Conducted

A new sensor developed to identify stars in the sky is performing well in the vacuum of space as it continues to function on the fourth stage of the PSLV-C55 mission. The StarBerrySense has been developed by the Indian Institute of Astrophysics from off-the-shelf components.
On its maiden space test, the sensor was launched onboard the PSLV Orbital Experimental Module (POEM) and began functioning after the deployment of the two primary and secondary satellites of the mission.
The low-cost sensor has been designed to quickly calculate where the satellite is pointing and provides the most accurate information about a spacecraft's orientation. Not only has StarBerrySense withstood the harsh conditions in space and is functioning as expected, but the initial data also shows that it is able to calculate the pointing direction.

May 02, 2023

NASA Successfully Extracts Oxygen from Lunar Soil

A team of scientists at NASA confirmed that there is oxygen on the airless world of the Moon as they extracted the life-sustaining element from lunar soil. The new milestone could go a long way in sustaining a longer mission on the Moon, which has no air. Scientists at the Johnson Space Center extracted the oxygen from simulated lunar soil in a vacuum environment, paving the way for astronauts to one day extract and use resources in a lunar environment. They said that this oxygen could not only be used for breathing but also as fuel for transportation.
The extraction was part of the Carbothermal Reduction Demonstration (CaRD), which was conducted in conditions similar to that on the Moon. The team created those environments by using a special spherical chamber with a 15-foot diameter called the Dirty Thermal Vacuum Chamber.

May 01, 2023

Sultan Al Neyadi First Arab Astronaut to Complete Spacewalk on ISS

Sultan Al Neyadi created history becoming the first Arab astronaut to complete spacewalk on ISS. He completed the spacewalk during Expedition 69.
This accomplishment marks an important step forward for the Arab world's participation in space exploration.
The historic first Arab spacewalk lasted 7.01 hours in the vacuum of space on the starboard side of the International Space Station's truss structure, accomplishing two key objectives.

Emirates Unveils World's First Robotic Check-In Assistant

Sara, the world's first robotic check-in assistant, was unveiled by Dubai-based airline Emirates. Sara is part of a new City Check-in and Travel Store which is in Dubai's financial district. The robot uses facial recognition technology to match customer's faces with scanned passports, check them in, and guide them to the luggage drop area.
Passengers can also drop luggage as early as 24 hours before their flight. Sara can print boarding passes and is portable, making it easier for travellers to get assistance if needed. Emirates passengers also have access to select lifestyle facilities with complimentary access to exclusive discounts at restaurants, gyms, and luxury stores. The Emirates airline is focused on enhancing the customer experience and leading the way in the aviation industry through technology and innovation.

Apr 30, 2023

India, UK to Create India-UK 'Net Zero' Innovation Virtual Centre

According to minister of state for science and technology Jitendra Singh, India and the UK are set to jointly establish the India-UK 'Net Zero' Innovation Virtual Centre.
The announcement was made during the India-UK Science & Innovation Council meeting, chaired by Singh and attended by UK Science Minister George Freeman.
The two leaders called for increased science and technology collaboration between the countries.
The minister emphasized the close cooperation between India and the UK, as evidenced by the ambitious 'Roadmap 2030,' which outlines collaboration across various sectors, including health, climate, trade, education, science and technology, and defense.

Apr 27, 2023

India-built Mongolia refinery by 2025'

Mongolia's first oil refinery, built and funded with Indian assistance, will be completed by 2025, said the country's Ambassador Dambajav Ganbold. In an interview, Ganbold said the first stage of Mongol Oil Refinery, built with a $1.2 billion Indian soft loan, will be completed at the end of this year.
The development comes with strategic implications as Mongolia is entirely dependent on Russia for its energy imports. The refinery, Ganbold said, would help Mongolia meet 70% of its demand domestically. Mongolia also hopes to attract Indian investment in its mining and metals, with plans to start shipping coking coal to India by 2024. Mongolia also has key rare earth metals, which may be crucial to India's ambitions to build cutting edge technological capabilities in semiconductors and green mobility.
Indian firms have already visited Mongolia to explore these opportunities. In order to facilitate these exchanges, Mongolia and India are expected to establish regular direct flights

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