Category Physics

While sustainable solar energy can potentially meet our global power needs, it has one major flaw. When sunlight disappears, solar panels stop generating electricity. The problem is that while they do an excellent job of converting light into power, they are not so good at storing the energy they collect.

One solution is to use materials known to capture heat and release it later, such as phase change materials (PCMs)...

Successful 3D printer calibration is the fundamental bridge that takes your production quality from “good” to “perfect.” While most enthusiasts focus on temperature, mastering Pressure Advance is the true secret to professional-grade results. This guide serves as a vital technical extension of our 3D Printing Guide Review and complements our deep-dive into Precision 3D Printer Calibration.

What is Pressure Advance in 3D Printing?

Pressure Advance (known as Linear Advance in Marlin firmware) is a predictive technology that manages the internal pressure of the hotend. Because 3D printing filament is slightly elastic, the extruder often pushes too much plastic during deceleration and too little during acceleration. This phenomenon causes bulging corners and uneven surfaces.

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A new technology allows light to be “designed” into desired forms, potentially making AI and communication technologies faster and more accurate. A KAIST research team has developed an “integrated photonic resonator”—a core component of next-generation optical integrated circuits that process data using light. Interestingly, the research was led by an undergraduate student. This technology is expected to serve as a key foundation for next-generation security technologies such as highspeed data processing and quantum communication.

The resonator developed by the research team of Professor Sangsik Kim from the School of Electrical Engineering, in collaboration with Professor Jae Woong Yoon’s t...

A major obstacle in the development of powerful quantum computers is the growing number of cables required to control a computer as the number of qubits increases...