Beneath the ocean’s surface lies a hidden network of cables—thousands of miles of fiber-optic threads and power lines that keep our digital world connected and our green energy flowing. But who installs these underwater lifelines? Enter cable laying vessels (CLVs)—floating engineering marvels equipped with space-age propulsion, robotic submarines, and enough …

China’s shortlist for the prestigious 2023 National Science and Technology Awards has highlighted groundbreaking innovations across industries, reflecting the nation’s strategic focus on technological self-reliance and global leadership. The contenders, revealed in April 2024 by the Ministry of Science and Technology, underscore China’s commitment to advancing semiconductors, 5G, green energy, …