Radiation 'cavity' near the moon could lower astronaut exposure to cosmic radiation

For a few hours each lunar day, the radiation environment near the moon quietly shifts. Measurements now suggest that parts ...

'Near-misses' in particle accelerators can illuminate new physics, study finds

Particle accelerators reveal the heart of nuclear matter by smashing together atoms at close to the speed of light. The ...

Earth's magnetic field creates a previously undetected pocket of protection from radiation on the moon

High-energy particles called galactic cosmic rays (GCRs) bombard unprotected objects in space, often causing damage. Earth, ...

Mysterious giant 'cavity' discovered lurking between earth and moon by Chinese probe

Scientists have uncovered a previously unknown 'shadow' where radiation levels dip during specific hours on the lunar surface ...

We’re Using Giant Freakin’ Lasers To Probe Alien Planets

Alien planets are far away but extreme lasers on Earth are giving scientists a way to investigate what they're like.
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Near-Field Coverage in IRS-Aided Communications: Joint Beamforming and Deployment Optimization

Abstract: Intelligent reflecting surface (IRS) is a promising technology to extend the wireless communication coverage. However, in practice, the performance gain is significant only when the IRS is ...
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Active STARS Aided Near-Field ISAC Communication Networks

Abstract: This paper investigates an active simultaneous transmission and reflection surface (ASTARS)-assisted near-field integrated sensing and communication (ISAC) system. By introducing a spherical ...