BBC Radio's Historic Electric Meter Control System Set to Power Down in 2025
The UK's longstanding Radio Teleswitch Service, which used BBC Radio 4 signals to manage electricity rates for 600,000 homes, will shut down in 2025 due to equipment limitations. The transition to smart meters brings new challenges as millions face connectivity and billing issues.
China's CR450: The World's Fastest Commercial Train Aims for 450 km/h
China unveils groundbreaking CR450 high-speed train prototype capable of reaching 450 km/h, surpassing current CR400 Fuxing trains. The next-generation EMU features enhanced safety systems, smart controls, and improved energy efficiency, reinforcing China's dominance in railway technology.
Quantum Teleportation Breakthrough: Engineers Successfully Share Internet Cables with Quantum Signals
Northwestern University engineers achieve groundbreaking quantum teleportation through active fiber optic cables carrying internet traffic, defying previous assumptions. This breakthrough suggests existing telecommunications infrastructure could support both classical and quantum communications simultaneously.
San Francisco's $212 Million Farewell to Floppy Disks: Modernizing Light Rail
San Francisco's transit agency will spend $212 million to replace its 25-year-old train control system, which still relies on 5.25-inch floppy disks. The upgrade promises enhanced reliability and efficiency for the city's light rail service.