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For the first time, Australian researchers have been able to see where helium atoms are trapped within individual mineral grains, leading to information that can help work out the geological history of the Earth’s crust – and help with monitoring natural hazards like earthquakes and volcanic eruptions.
The robot arms designed to build cars in a factory setting have a limited reach, but still manage to weigh several tons. The Giacometti Arm, however, can extend over 20 metres, weighs just 1.13kg, and can easily squeeze into the boot of your car.
Every person who has seen the movie Up — and also enjoys dreaming about fanciful things every now and again — has thought about flying away in balloons like Carl Fredricksen. Professional daredevil and crazy person Erik Roner just did it. He bought tanks of helium to pump up giant…
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