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Breakthrough Using 'Miracle Material' Boosts Solar Panel Efficiency

Breakthrough Using 'Miracle Material' Boosts Solar Panel Efficiency

Scientists have achieved a major breakthrough using a 'miracle material' to boost the efficiency of solar panels, pushing the power conversion efficiency rate of photovoltaic (PV) solar cells above 30 percent using perovskite.

Ancient Roman secret to ultradurable concrete discovered

Ancient Roman secret to ultradurable concrete discovered

A team of investigators from MIT, Harvard University, and laboratories has discovered the ancient Roman secret to ultradurable concrete-manufacturing strategies that incorporated several key self-healing functionalities.

New Goldenpass Express designed by Pininfarina debuts in Switzerland

New Goldenpass Express designed by Pininfarina debuts in Switzerland

The new Golden Pass Express, a panoramic train journey in Switzerland, has begun operating - using revolutionary trains that can change gauge and height. The train connects three popular tourist destinations and offers a memorable journey through beautiful lakes, valleys, and mountain passes.