The Oceanbotics SRV-8X Optimus ain’t your grandpa’s underwater ROV

Three years ago we heard about Oceanbotics' SRV-8, a small yet highly capable underwater ROV (remotely operated vehicle). Well, it's now got a much burlier bigger sibling, in the form of the SRV-8X Optimus.

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The Oceanbotics SRV-8X Optimus ain’t your grandpa’s underwater ROV

Three years ago we heard about Oceanbotics' SRV-8, a small yet highly capable underwater ROV (remotely operated vehicle). Well, it's now got a much burlier bigger sibling, in the form of the SRV-8X Optimus.

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Listen in as stressed plants pop off about their discomfort

If a plant is stressed but no one hears it, does it still make a sound? Researchers say yes, it certainly does, although it emits a popping noise in a range too high for us – but not for other animals – to hear.

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Listen in as stressed plants pop off about their discomfort

If a plant is stressed but no one hears it, does it still make a sound? Researchers say yes, it certainly does, although it emits a popping noise in a range too high for us – but not for other animals – to hear.

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Forest micro-cabin explores simplicity and sustainability

Michael Quirk designed this micro-cabin to demonstrate the efficacy of sustainable building practices. Named the Magnolia Eco-Cabin, it was built with locally sourced and recycled materials, and runs off-the-grid with solar power.

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Forest micro-cabin explores simplicity and sustainability

Michael Quirk designed this micro-cabin to demonstrate the efficacy of sustainable building practices. Named the Magnolia Eco-Cabin, it was built with locally sourced and recycled materials, and runs off-the-grid with solar power.

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