Technology
New Levitation Device Glides Freely, No Cables or Friction Required
A palm-sized levitation device from Yokohama National University can dart in any direction without touching the surface beneath it.
Aug 12, 2025
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Earth & Environment
Mixed forests protect coastal areas from tsunami impacts better than monoculture forests
Coastal forests in Japan had predominantly been afforested with black pine (Pinus thunbergii), a shade-tolerant tree species that can withstand dry land ecosystems and harsh coastal environments.
Jan 6, 2024