What is a Regenerative Braking System? A regenerative braking system is a technology used in electric and hybrid vehicles to recover the kinetic energy of the vehicle that would otherwise be lost during braking. Braking is the mechanism by which an automotive vehicle in Read More …
Day: July 9, 2024
Graphene
What is Graphene? Graphene is an allotrope of carbon, alongside diamond and graphite. It consists of a single layer of carbon atoms arranged in a honeycomb pattern. Known for its exceptional properties: Thinnest compound (one atom thick) Lightest material Strongest Read More …
What is the Internet Archive?
Context: Internet Archive (IA) is embroiled in a major legal challenge as it faces off against traditional publishers accusing it of copyright violations. The free digital library is fighting the forced removal of around half a million books from its platform, which it Read More …
New Horned frog species discovered in Arunachal Pradesh
Context: Scientists have identified as distinct new species of forest dwelling horned frog from Northeast India as Xenophrys apatani. This species was earlier misidentified as Maoson horned frog which is a native of Vietnam and China. About new horned frog species Read More …
Current Affairs – 09 July 2024
Historic Election in Mexico: Claudia Sheinbaum Becomes First Woman President In a historic moment for Mexico, Claudia Sheinbaum has been elected as the country’s first woman president, according to the provisional results announced by the Mexican election commission. Sheinbaum, from Read More …
Current Affairs – 06 July 2024
India Dominates U23 Asian Wrestling Championship in Jordan India’s U23 wrestling team excelled in Amman, Jordan, clinching a total of 19 medals across women’s wrestling, Greco-Roman, and freestyle categories. The women wrestlers led with three gold medals, showcasing dominance in Read More …