LND topic: engineering page 37

engineering

Smart Glasses: A Privacy Nightmare Unveiled

October 4, 2024

Imagine being able to see into someone's life just by glancing at them. This isn’t science fiction, it’s a chilling reality demonstrated by two Harvard engineering students. They created a program called "I-Xray" that, when combined with public facial recognition databases, allows Meta’s smart glass

technology

Revving Up the Past: Linux on the Intel 4004

September 23, 2024

In a remarkable feat of engineering and innovation, hardware hacker Dmitry Grinberg has successfully booted Linux on the Intel 4004, the world's first commercial microprocessor. Released in 1971, the 4-bit 4004 had only 2,300 transistors and an original clock speed of 740 kHz, making it extremely pr

technology

The AI Photography Paradox: A Reality Check

September 20, 2024

In the world of photography, the term "reality" is often debated. With the rise of generative AI, the line between what's real and what's not has become increasingly blurred. Apple, a major player in the smartphone industry, has taken a bold stance on this issue. Unlike Google and Samsung, Apple is

education

Lost in the Haze of Higher Education: One Student's Struggle

September 20, 2024

Raymond Hubscher, a biomedical engineering student at the University of British Columbia, was all set to return to campus for his fourth year. However, his plans were derailed when he couldn't secure on-campus housing through the random selection process used for mature returning students. As a BC r

technology

The AirPods Revolution: A Glimpse into the Making of a Game-Changer

September 20, 2024

Imagine a world where you can seamlessly switch between noise-cancelling headphones and hearing the world around you. This is the reality that Apple has brought to life with the latest AirPods 4. But have you ever wondered how this technological marvel came to be? In an exclusive interview, the team

education

Growing Minds: How Aquaponics is Revolutionizing STEM Education

September 19, 2024

The Innovation in Education: Walker's Westside Junior High School's Aquaponics Program Walker's Westside Junior High School has recently received a significant boost in its efforts to introduce a cutting-edge aquaponics program. The National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine's Gulf R

education

Breaking Barriers: A Mission to Unlock STEM Potential

September 19, 2024

The Heart of Dublin's STEM Revolution In the heart of Dublin, two passionate individuals, Raman Arora and Aditya Lagu, joined forces to tackle a pressing issue: the lack of opportunities for students to explore career paths in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math (STEM). The friends, who met

breaking-news

Texas Pipeline Explosion: A Towering Flame Forces Evacuations, Raises Questions

September 17, 2024

The recent pipeline explosion near Houston has left a trail of destruction, forcing evacuations and shutting down nearby homes. The fire, which has been burning for hours, has melted playground equipment and damaged homes. The cause of the explosion is still unknown, but it's believed to have been t

business

The Block 59 Revolution: Tears Down Old, Builds New in Naperville

September 15, 2024

As crews wrap up demolition on the former Heritage Square shopping center, the anticipation for Block 59's grand opening is building. This $53 million, 91,000-square-foot entertainment complex promises a culinary revolution, bringing in high-profile restaurants like Yard House, Ruth's Chris Steak Ho

science

Mars Rover Legend: The Man Who Landed on the Red Planet

September 15, 2024

Peter Theisinger, the mastermind behind NASA's Mars rover missions, was never your typical engineer. Despite his lack of mechanical skills, he oversaw projects that successfully landed three robotic contraptions on the Martian surface, collecting crucial evidence of ancient hot springs and microbial