Solar Power Breakthrough Could Bring Clean Energy to Heavy Manufacturing
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Solar Power Breakthrough Could Bring Clean Energy to Heavy Manufacturing
Solar Power Breakthrough , Could Bring Clean Energy to, Heavy Manufacturing.
A new solar-powered device may have
reached a breakthrough, generating
temperatures over 1,000 degrees Celsius.
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The breakthrough was detailed in a study
published in the journal 'Device.'.
'The Independent' reports that the development
raises hopes that green energy could be used to
run some of the world's most fossil fuel-intensive
manufacturing processes.
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'The Independent' reports that the development
raises hopes that green energy could be used to
run some of the world's most fossil fuel-intensive
manufacturing processes.
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Using synthetic quartz crystals, the new
proof-of-concept device traps solar energies
at temperatures over 1,000 degrees Celsius.
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The breakthrough could bring clean energy
to carbon-intensive industries like cement,
chemical and metal manufacturing.
These manufacturing industries
alone account for almost a quarter of
the world's total energy consumption.
The new device reportedly relies upon a phenomenon
known as the thermal trap effect to harness the power
of the sun more efficiently than ever achieved before.
Previous research has only managed to
demonstrate the thermal trap effect up
to 170C.
Our research showed that solar
thermal trapping works not just at low
temperatures, but well above 1,000C.
, Emiliano Casati, Study co-author from ETH Zurich, via 'The Independent'.
This is crucial to show
its potential for real-world
industrial applications, Emiliano Casati, Study co-author from ETH Zurich, via 'The Independent'.
'The Independent' reports that researchers are looking
to optimize the thermal trap effect to find
new applications for the groundbreaking process.
FDA Reviewing Data on MDMA , for Potential Approval of , Groundbreaking PTSD Treatment.
'The Independent' reports that federal health advisers are
considering a first-ever approval of MDMA, a psychedelic
drug, to treat post traumatic stress disorder (PTSD).
'The Independent' reports that federal health advisers are
considering a first-ever approval of MDMA, a psychedelic
drug, to treat post traumatic stress disorder (PTSD).
The news comes after decades of
psychedelic advocates urging regulators
to give the drug medical acceptance. .
On June 4, the Food and Drug Administration
(FDA) called on a group of outside experts
to review the latest MDMA research. .
The research suggests that when the drug is paired with talk therapy, it can help alleviate PTSD. .
However, regulators at the FDA have questioned the
reliability of the data, as well as the potential safety risks,
which include possible heart problems and addiction.
FDA approval could open the door for federal
approval to be granted as soon as this summer. .
Approval would make MDMA, often referred to as
ecstasy or molly, the first illegal psychedelic
to receive approval for mainstream medicine. .
'The Independent' reports that a number of
psychedelics are expected to receive FDA
reviews in the coming years amid interest in their
potential to treat depression, anxiety and addiction.
'The Independent' reports that a number of
psychedelics are expected to receive FDA
reviews in the coming years amid interest in their
potential to treat depression, anxiety and addiction.
It’s clear that MDMA-assisted
therapy would be a welcome
addition to the currently
available options, Dr. Kelley O'Donnell, a New York University psychiatrist who
helped conduct the MDMA studies, via 'The Independent'.
I’ve seen firsthand
how this treatment can
be lifesaving for some, Dr. Kelley O'Donnell, a New York University psychiatrist who
helped conduct the MDMA studies, via 'The Independent'
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CEO Pay Continued to Rise in 2023, , Widening the Income Gap , Between Executives and Workers.
'The Independent' reports that the typical CEO
compensation for S&P companies continues to
increase, outpacing wages for average workers.
The Associated Press released its annual analysis of
CEO pay, which takes into account salaries, bonuses,
perks and other pay components, like stock awards.
According to the data, median CEO pay jumped almost
13% in 2023, over three times more than the 4.1% increase
to wages and benefits for private-sector workers.
The median pay package for CEO's in 2023
was up 12.6% from 2022, reaching $16.3 million.
With $16.3 million representing the midpoint, approximately half of the S&P 500 CEOs
included in the survey earned even more.
According to the survey, the income gap
was even wider at companies where
workers earn lower wages, like retail.
'The Independent' uses Ross Stores as an example, where
the average worker earning $8,618 would take 2,100 years
to earn as much as CEO Barbara Rentler made in 2023.
'The Independent' uses Ross Stores as an example, where
the average worker earning $8,618 would take 2,100 years
to earn as much as CEO Barbara Rentler made in 2023.
At the top of the AP data was Broadcom Inc.
CEO Hock Tan, who took home a 2023
pay package worth an estimated $162 million.
At the top of the AP data was Broadcom Inc.
CEO Hock Tan, who took home a 2023
pay package worth an estimated $162 million.
In addition to the widening gap between
employees and CEOs, the survey also
highlighted the persistence of gender inequality. .
The highest paid female on the list was Lisa Su,
the CEO and chair of the board for Advanced Micro
Devices, with a total compensation of $30.3 million. .
The highest paid female on the list was Lisa Su,
the CEO and chair of the board for Advanced Micro
Devices, with a total compensation of $30.3 million.
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More Severe Weather , Forecast for Texas Following , String of Extreme Storms.
'The Independent' reports that nearly a quarter
of a million people remain without power
in Texas following a series of severe storms. .
The National Weather Service has warned
that more heavy rain and dangerous
winds are forecast for the area. .
According to utility company Oncor,
work to restore power remains ongoing. .
Heavy rain, thunder, lightning and
flooding are impacting several of
the communities where Oncor teams
are working to restore these outages, Oncor website, via 'The Independent'.
Storms on May 28 killed a 16-year-old
worker in the Houston suburb of Magnolia. .
In Houston, streets remain flooded from
the same storm, as more severe thunderstorm
watches were put into effect on the morning of May 31. .
According to National Weather Service
meteorologist Josh Weiss, the May 31 storm system , "does look like it's going to be encompassing Texas again.”.
Weiss added that other areas are
also at risk of experiencing severe
storms and potential flash flooding.
Southern Arkansas, northern
Louisiana, Mississippi are likely
to see strong winds and hail, Josh Weiss, National Weather Service
meteorologist, via 'The Independent'.
At the same time, the weather service has issued
a heat advisory for several areas, including
Corpus Christi, Laredo and McAllen
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Investigators Say , Boeing 737-800 Experienced , 'Serious' Throttle Fault During Takeoff.
'The Independent' reports that a recent
Tui flight departing from Bristol Airport
only cleared the A38 road by 100 feet. .
According to air accident investigators,
the March 4 incident was due to a fault
with the throttle system of the Boeing 737-800. .
This fault involved the jet's auto-throttles,
resulting in the aircraft not having
sufficient thrust during takeoff. .
The aircraft took off…
with a thrust setting
significantly below that
required to achieve the
correct takeoff performance, AAIB statement, via 'The Independent'.
The pilots of the Tui flight were reportedly
unaware of the issue, despite passing over the
busy A38 well below the aircraft's intended height. .
On May 30, the Air Accidents Investigative Branch (AAIB) issued a special bulletin stating
that the agency is looking into the matter, while also
investigating how pilots missed a routine check. .
Despite a… requirement to check the
thrust setting on takeoff, the crew
did not realize that the thrust was not
set correctly until after the takeoff
although they had noted how close
to the end of the runway they were, AAIB statement, via 'The Independent'.
The investigation continues to
examine all pertinent factors
associated with this serious
incident and a final report
will be issued in due course, AAIB statement, via 'The Independent'.
According to Boeing,
the original auto-throttle
system on the 737-800s has , “a long history of nuisance
disconnects during takeoff mode.”.
According to Boeing,
the original auto-throttle
system on the 737-800s has , “a long history of nuisance
disconnects during takeoff mode.”.
The AAIB said that a newer version has been available since
2021, however it was not a mandatory update and had not
been installed on the aircraft involved in the incident.
The AAIB said that a newer version has been available since
2021, however it was not a mandatory update and had not
been installed on the aircraft involved in the incident
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