Could nukes deflect an asteroid? ‘X-ray scissors’ offer scientists clues.
“For a one-nanometer fall, we can ignore Earth’s gravity for 20 millionths of a second as Z produces a burst of X-rays that ...
Scientists use explosive X-rays to test viability of nuking incoming asteroids
The study, published in Nature Physics by researchers at Sandia National Laboratories, simulates the forces of a nuclear blast on asteroid materials using something they call ...
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PCT Global Unveils Horizontal X-Line Coating Machine
PCT Global launched its latest innovation in the X-Line machinery range—the new horizontal X-Line coating machine. Known for ...
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X-rays from a nuclear explosion could redirect an asteroid
"Understanding how different asteroid materials vaporize and deflect will be critical for preparing for a planetary defense mission, should the need arise." ...
Proof-of-concept study uses X-rays to target mock-up asteroids in a vacuum
An X-ray pulse may be able to vaporize the surface of an asteroid and change its trajectory, according to a proof-of-concept ...
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75+ Fun Things To Do In Las Vegas With Teenagers
Vegas may be known for its over-the-top lavish casinos, spas, resorts, and nightclubs, but there’s so much more to do in Las Vegas besides spending money, gambling, and partying. If you’re considering ...
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28 Top Things to Do in Georgia
S ituated smack-dab in the middle of the South, Georgia boasts plenty in the way of Southern charm. But beyond its mouthwatering comfort food and warm hospitality, the Peach State ...