The Empa research group led by Maksym Kovalenko is researching innovative materials for the batteries of tomorrow. Whether it's fast-charging electric cars or low-cost stationary storage, there's a promising material or a novel manufacturing process for every application. What are the hallmarks of a good battery? Is it its capacity? How
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ABSTRACT This research study focuses on providing affordable renewable energy for rural communities without electricity in northern Nigeria using a microcontroller to control its operation. The pivotal control circuit is the Arduino UNO microcontroller, which is connected to the circuit through programming. The main task of the system is to
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The National Office for Technology Acquisition and Promotion (NOTAP) has signed a tripartite inter-governmental relationship with the Republic of Romania and the Swedish government on local technology development. Idoreyin Imiyoho stated this when she led the Managing Director of COPS Nigeria Limited, Mr. Simon Naoun and the Executive Director Mr. Joseph
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Generative artificial intelligence tools like ChatGPT, an AI-powered language tool, and Midjourney, an AI-powered image generator, can potentially assist people with various disabilities. These tools could summarize content, compose messages or describe images. Yet the degree of this potential is an open question, since, in addition to regularly spouting inaccuracies
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The Principal Partner, Integrated Engineering Associates and former Director General, National Identity Management Commission (NIMC), Aliyu Aziz Abubakar, has challenged the class of 2023 Engineering Graduates of the Ahmadu Bello University, Zaria, to adopt the principles of engineering science as well as creative thinking in addressing critical national challenges. Abubakar who gave
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A newly identified process could explain a variety of natural phenomena and enable new approaches to desalination. Adi Mehrotra knew that his time at MIT wasn’t up yet when he finished his undergraduate degree in 2022. During his first four years at the Institute, he was a critical member of the
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AI prompts are text-based or verbal hints generated by artificial intelligence systems or machine learning models. These prompts are designed to assist and guide users in generating content, making decisions, or performing specific tasks by providing suggestions, ideas, or recommendations Here are some ways AI prompts can be useful: Enhancing Creativity and
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Airbus unveils a hydrogen-powered engine, marking a significant step toward zero-emission aviation and a greener future for the industry. European aviation giant Airbus sets its sights on reducing carbon emissions throughout its production process, starting with overhauling its maritime fleet, the company announced in a press release. In a move to align
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ABSTRACT: Different types of energy exist but so far electrical energy is the most important form of energy. The electrical power grid operated in most parts of the world today is made up of three sections which are generation, transmission, and distribution, where the Nigerian electrical power sector holds a lot
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MPs have agreed on new regulations that will ensure transparent pricing across electric vehicle (EV) chargepoints, as well as ensuring contactless payment options are available. While it’s always cheapest to charge at home, prices can vary between public chargepoints. Those using rapid and ultra-rapid chargers are even at risk of paying
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