Science
From mathematics and AI to medicine and psychology, The Optimist Daily features the latest news on discoveries, technological advances, and breakthroughs in the world of science. Our Science section is here to engage and enlighten you.
FedEx expands fleet to add 1,000 Chanje electric vans
FedEx Corp has said that it plans to add 1,000 Chanje electric delivery vans to its fleet of vehicles in a bid to save on fuel and cut down on Read More...
Swedish mining equipment manufacturer will be 100 percent electric in 5 years
After logging 60,000 hours on its first generation electric vehicles, Swedish mining equipment manufacturer Epiroc launched its second generation of electric mining vehicles this month alongside news that it would be electrifying its entire lineup in the next 5 years. The new lineup includes some Read More...
The most powerful tidal turbine is expected to start generating power in 2020
A company that focuses on converting tidal currents into energy has introduced its newest turbine design. The device, which will be deployed in 2020, is expected to be the most powerful tidal generating platform in the world. This is a breakthrough in the industry as ocean energy could potentially Read More...
The Amazing Promise of Nothing
A Reality Check with Nassim Haramein Nassim Haramein has dedicated his life to finding the origins of our existence. He’s come a long way, and he may be about to unlock an abundant source of energy that will transform humanity and civilization as we know it. If Haramein succeeds, issues like Read More...
Lime launches its first car-sharing service in Seattle
It's true: after a long time focusing on scooters, Lime is ready to delve into four-wheeled transportation. The startup is launching a car-sharing service, LimePod, that will be available in Seattle as of this Read More...
These blinds could reduce your energy consumption by 70 percent
This company specializes in making window blinds that not only keep the sunlight out but also work as solar panels to generate electricity. The blinds have a sensor that tracks the location of the sun and change their angles according to its location. If installed outside of a south-facing window, Read More...
Building new wind farms has become cheaper than maintaining existing coal plants
Wind farms are now overtaking coal plants in terms of construction and maintenance costs. An annual analysis report which measures the costs of different types of energy has shown that building a new utility-scale solar or wind farm costs less than operating an existing coal plant. Depending on the Read More...
Self-driving trucks in US offer window into where machines may replace humans
Sixteen tons of aluminum and steel, handed over to an algorithm? Welcome to tomorrow on the nation’s Read More...
China will soon jumpstart the global electric car industry
China is setting the example for how to properly stimulate car manufacturers to veer towards the production of more sustainable, clean energy vehicles. Starting 2019, the country will punish car firms unless they meet quotas for zero- and low-emission vehicles. Should they not fulfill their quota, Read More...
This cheap, clean, electric airplane could reshape regional air travel
An airplane called Alice could reshape regional travel as we know it, according to Israeli-based electric aircraft maker Eviation that is building the first of its all-electric passenger aircraft in France. The all-electric aircraft will carry up to 9 passengers, have a range of up to 1,000kms, and Read More...