Astronomers report the discovery of Gliese 12 b – the nearest transiting, temperate, Earth-sized exoplanet located to date. Its equilibrium temperature is estimated at 42 °C (107 °F).
Solar energy has been combined with synthetic quartz to generate temperatures of more than 1,000°C. This proof-of-concept method shows the potential of clean energy to replace fossil fuels in heavy manufacturing.
Vancouver-based Sanctuary AI has revealed its seventh-generation 'Phoenix' robot, which can automate tasks at a much faster rate. The firm has also partnered with Microsoft to bolster AI research and development.
The University of Maine has demonstrated the world's largest 3D printer. The machine can print objects as large as 29 m (96 ft) long by 9.8 m (32 ft) wide by 5.5 m (18 ft) high, at a rate of 230 kg (500 lbs) per hour.
