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The mysteries of the world's heaviest building
At over four million tonnes, the weight of the Palace of Parliament in Bucharest is truly staggering. We look at the construction and curiosities of the second largest administrative building in the world after the Pentagon in the United States.
24/05/2023
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Underwater Wi-Fi and how the Internet reaches remote locations
A team of researchers are developing an "underwater Wi-Fi" that works beneath the waves. This and other systems are used to connect to the Internet in remote places such as the ocean, Antarctica and outer space.
17/05/2023
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Drones that can fly "forever" powered by laser beams
Drones are particularly useful for delivering packages or carrying out search-and-rescue missions. But there is still no effective way to keep them powered up for long periods of time. So a team of Chinese researchers is planning to remotely recharge them with laser beams.
10/05/2023
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Cosmic concrete and other materials for building in space
Is the most widely used building material on Earth—concrete—a good choice for building in space? Some researchers think so. We analyse the materials and challenges involved in achieving this science fiction goal.
03/05/2023
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The 10 ugliest buildings in the world
Dark, gloomy and cave-like, that's how Des McNulty, chair of Glasgow’s Festival of Architecture and Design, describes the entrance to the Scottish Parliament. We analyse why this and other buildings are considered the ugliest on the planet.
26/04/2023