The naval landscape is constantly evolving, and the threats facing navies around the world are becoming increasingly complex. In order to meet these challenges, navies need to be able to adapt quickly and effectively. One way to do this is…...
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The world’s oceans are vast and deep, and submarines have been a vital component of naval forces for decades. These underwater vessels can operate silently, dive to great depths, and strike from unexpected directions, making them an incredibly effective tool…...
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Diamonds have always been a symbol of luxury, prestige, and elegance. For centuries, natural diamonds were the only option available for those who desired the beauty and brilliance of these precious stones. In recent years, there has been a growing…...
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The idea may sound like something out of a science fiction novel, but it’s actually a reality being developed by the Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency (DARPA). The agency’s new program, called the Bio-Replicable Adaptive Concrete Enhancements (BRACE) program, aims…...
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Spacecraft are man-made machines that operate in space. An orbiting spacecraft is normally referred to as a satellite, although it is manmade as opposed to a natural satellite like our moon. A spacecraft is typically subdivided into two major parts,…...
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The function of the propulsion system is to produce thrust, which is the force that moves a rocket through air and space. Different propulsion systems generate thrust in different ways, but always through some application of Newton’s third law of…...
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Introduction: Diminishing Manufacturing Sources and Material Shortages (DMSMS) pose significant challenges for industries worldwide, and the Department of Defense (DoD) is no exception. As a major procurer and user of advanced technologies and equipment, the DoD faces the constant risk…...
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Introduction Material science has always been at the forefront of human innovation, driving advancements in various industries. With the emergence of synthetic biology, a new era of material development has begun. By harnessing the power of living organisms and their…...
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A photonic integrated circuit (PIC) or integrated optical circuit is a device that integrates multiple (at least two) photonic functions and as such is similar to an electronic integrated circuit. The major difference between the two is that a photonic…...
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In the UK, there are some 7,000 people on the list who are in dire need of organ transplants and In the US, the number awaiting transplant is around 120,000, with 20 dying each day for want of an organ. There…...
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