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Apple iPad Pro 11-inch (M4)

Apple iPad Pro 11-inch (M4) runs demanding GIS, imaging, and annotation workflows on the go for surveys, briefings, and lab notebooks.

International project targets future coastal defence standards

The project aims to shape future international engineering guidance for coastal infrastructure as climate change increases storm surge risk. Researchers will gather environmental data on saltmarsh systems and work with international partners to develop practical hybrid green-grey infrastructure solutions.

SourceUniversity of East London·DateMay 28, 2026

Power generation increased by up to 70 per cent when wind turbines were combined with tidal/wave installations

Researchers from the University of Surrey found that combining wind turbines with wave, solar, and tidal devices on shared platforms generates more reliable power and reduces construction costs. The study identified hybrid offshore renewable energy harvest systems as crucial for meeting ambitious climate targets.

SourceUniversity of Surrey·JournalEnergy Conversion and Management·DateFeb 18, 2026

Study highlights complex ocean conditions facing world’s most powerful tidal turbine

Researchers used aerial drone technology and boat-based surveys to map complex tidal flows around the world's most powerful tidal turbine, O2. The study provides new insights into optimal turbine placement and site-specific assessments to address uncertainties surrounding interactions with marine habitats and environments.

SourceUniversity of Plymouth·JournalNature Communications·TypeSurvey·DateSep 27, 2024

Gravitational waves unveil previously unseen properties of neutron stars

Researchers unveil previously unseen properties of neutron stars through gravitational wave analysis, providing insight into internal composition and dynamic material properties. The study places observational constraints on viscosity within neutron stars.

SourceUniversity of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, News Bureau·JournalNature Astronomy·TypeComputational simulation/modeling·DateSep 5, 2024
SAMSUNG T9 Portable SSD 2TB

SAMSUNG T9 Portable SSD 2TB transfers large imagery and model outputs quickly between field laptops, lab workstations, and secure archives.

Self-powered movable seawall for tsunami protection and emergency power generation

A self-powered movable seawall system harnesses microtidal energy to generate electricity, protecting ports against tsunamis and providing emergency power. The system is feasible in 20 Japanese ports along the western coast, facing the Nankai Trough, which is prone to megathrust earthquakes and tsunamis.

SourceTokyo Institute of Technology·JournalRenewable Energy·TypeExperimental study·DateJan 24, 2024

Scientists discover molten layer covering Martian core

Researchers used seismic data to locate and identify a thin layer of molten silicates overlying Mars' metallic core. The discovery reveals a denser and smaller Martian core, aligning with other geophysical data and analysis of Martian meteorites. This finding provides new insights into how Mars formed, evolved, and became a barren planet.

SourceUniversity of Maryland·JournalNature·TypeData/statistical analysis·DateOct 25, 2023

‘Coastal squeeze:’ Massive loss of U.S. coastline tidal flats over 31 years

A new study reveals massive urban expansions throughout the contiguous US, particularly on the Atlantic Coast, have led to significant tidal flat erosion. The research highlights the critical impact of human activities on tidal flat environments, providing important implications for coastal land use and planning.

SourceFlorida Atlantic University·JournalScience of The Total Environment·TypeData/statistical analysis·DateAug 22, 2023
Apple iPhone 17 Pro

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Signals from the ionosphere could improve tsunami forecasts

Researchers from the University of Washington analyzed the Hunga Tonga-Hunga Ha'apai eruption in the South Pacific, discovering that ionosphere signals can help explain why tsunami waves grew larger and traveled faster than predicted. The study validated the use of GPS signals traveling through the atmosphere to track events on the gro...

SourceUniversity of Washington·JournalGeophysical Research Letters·TypeObservational study·DateDec 12, 2022

Huge tsunami hit Oman 1,000 years ago

A recent study by University of Bonn researchers suggests that a massive tsunami struck the coast of Oman around 1,000 years ago, with waves reaching up to 15 meters high. The findings emphasize the importance of developing an effective early warning system for the region to mitigate devastating consequences.

SourceUniversity of Bonn·JournalMarine Geology·DateNov 19, 2019

Sea level rise requires extra management to maintain salt marshes

Research reveals that stronger waves due to sea level rise can hamper plant re-establishment on neighboring tidal flats, slowing down or blocking recovery. Effective management of tidal flats is crucial for preserving salt marshes' resilience to wave attacks.

SourceRoyal Netherlands Institute for Sea Research·JournalLimnology and Oceanography·DateJul 17, 2019
Apple Watch Series 11 (GPS, 46mm)

Apple Watch Series 11 (GPS, 46mm) tracks health metrics and safety alerts during long observing sessions, fieldwork, and remote expeditions.

Wave beams mix and stir the ocean to create climate

Researchers propose a new theory on how waves mix and stir the ocean, bringing cold water to the surface. The study explains how internal waves direct themselves based on topography, shedding light on climate-dependent ocean circulation patterns.

SourceAmerican Institute of Physics·JournalPhysics of Fluids·DateJun 20, 2017

How to monitor global ocean warming -- without harming whales

Researchers have developed a new method to track ocean temperature changes using internal tidal waves, which can be detected through satellite data. This approach is cheaper and more reliable than existing methods, allowing for long-term monitoring of ocean warming without harming marine mammals.

SourceUniversity of Washington·JournalGeophysical Research Letters·DateNov 21, 2016

A model for predicting coastal storm damage in the North Sea

Researchers developed a system to predict storm damage by waves in the North Sea, focusing on densely populated areas. The model simulates waves and tidal currents, indicating interactions between waves from different directions play a fundamental role in wave climate.

SourceUniversity of Strathclyde·JournalOcean Science·DateJul 7, 2016
Sony Alpha a7 IV (Body Only)

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Warning signs from ancient Greek tsunami

New research from Aachen University suggests the Possidi peninsula in northern Greece is at risk of significant tsunami waves due to its proximity to earthquake-prone areas. The study also highlights the need for updated tsunami hazard calculations, particularly in densely populated and tourist regions.

SourceSeismological Society of America·DateApr 19, 2012

Coastlines could be protected by invisibility cloak

Scientists at the University of Liverpool have developed a metamaterial structure that guides water through concentric corridors, reducing wave overtopping and damage to coastal defenses. The 'invisibility cloak' technology shows promise in protecting land from natural disasters such as tsunamis.

SourceUniversity of Liverpool·JournalPhysical Review Letters·DateOct 2, 2008
DJI Air 3 (RC-N2)

DJI Air 3 (RC-N2) captures 4K mapping passes and environmental surveys with dual cameras, long flight time, and omnidirectional obstacle sensing.

Safer shipping by predicting sand wave behavior

Dutch researcher Joris van den Berg developed a mathematical model to predict sand wave movement, improving safety for shipping and offshore infrastructure. The model simplified equations, enabling quick predictions of interventions like dredging and potentially unlocking studies on sand waves and banks.

SourceNetherlands Organization for Scientific Research·DateJul 12, 2007

AGU journal highlights - 31 March 2006

Research papers predict increased solar flares and storms due to enhanced solar radiation. The Antarctic Circumpolar Current is expected to strengthen with climate change induced by increasing greenhouse gases. Deep atmospheric convection enhances natural greenhouse gas feedbacks, leading to an amplified positive water vapor effect.

SourceAmerican Geophysical Union·JournalGeophysical Research Letters·DateMar 31, 2006
CalDigit TS4 Thunderbolt 4 Dock

CalDigit TS4 Thunderbolt 4 Dock simplifies serious desks with 18 ports for high-speed storage, monitors, and instruments across Mac and PC setups.

Internal waves appear to have the muscle to pump up mid-lats

Researchers have calculated that internal waves can carry up to 50% of their original energy as they propagate through the ocean depths, with this energy directed towards mid-latitude areas. This finding has significant implications for understanding ocean mixing and its impact on global climate models.

SourceUniversity of Washington·DateJun 24, 2003

Hawaiian Ridge HOME to efforts to understand deep-ocean mixing

Scientists discover that internal waves generated by the moon's pull at the Hawaiian Ridge can mix ocean waters at rates up to 1,000 times more intense than in areas without such topography. The measurements provide new insights into the global ocean circulation and nutrient cycles.

SourceUniversity of Washington·DateFeb 20, 2002

New rare dinosaur tracksite found in northern Wyoming

The discovery of a 170-million-year-old dinosaur tracksite in the Gypsum Spring Formation sheds light on the geographic distribution of dinosaurs during the Middle Jurassic period. The site preserves evidence that some dinosaurs may have been swimmers, with estimated speeds of up to 9.2 kilometers per hour.

SourceIndiana University·DateNov 15, 2000