by Ken Chiacchia | Sep 27, 2022 | Bridges, Science Highlights
Scientists have long wondered why Mercury (left) is so much smaller than Earth. The tiny planet is little more than the Earth’s iron core without its thick silicate mantle layer. Image from NASA. Outward movement of Venus and Earth may have swept up lighter...
by Ken Chiacchia | Jul 14, 2022 | Bridges, Science Highlights
Bridges Simulations Improve Quantum Approach to Computing Work establishes benchmark for beating classical computers, optimizes quantum performance Quantum computers promise vastly expanded computing power. But they’ve yet to prove beyond a doubt that they’re...
by Ken Chiacchia | Jun 14, 2022 | Bridges, Science Highlights
study tracks artificial-light impact on migratory birds Analysis of 42 species in Western hemisphere suggests most effective steps for reducing city lights’ harm Human-made lights at night bring us benefits, but also carry downsides to human health and...
by Ken Chiacchia | Jan 11, 2022 | Bridges, Science Highlights
bridges anchors simulation of sound waves to manage heat, stress in fluid flow Two-step computation holds promise in improving efficiency, reducing stress in power plants, electronics, off-shore structures Controlling transfer of the heat and momentum of...
by Ken Chiacchia | Oct 28, 2021 | Bridges, Science Highlights
Virtual Brain Injury Study Identifies Key Factors in Potential Nerve-fiber Damage Initial Report Uses Simulation on Bridges for a Finer-Scale Look at Stresses Leading to TBI Whether from auto collisions, sports impacts, battlefield injuries or other causes,...
by Ken Chiacchia | Sep 24, 2021 | Bridges, Science Highlights
Bridges Simulations Uncover Shortcoming in Models of Early Universe Scientists Propose “Hybrid Approach” to Correct Key Simplification, Allowing Accurate Simulations of Galactic Evolution The origin of the Universe—and its galaxies—is an enormous, and...
