π Space Exploration - Astronomical Satellite Technology
The ultra-compact astronomical satellite #VERTECS, developed by a research team including Kyutech, has begun full-scale observations. This satellite is designed to deliver precious footage from space, showcasing the capabilities of modern astronomical technology.
Key Points:
β’ The #VERTECS satellite is an ultra-compact astronomical satellite developed by Kyutech.
β’ It has begun full-scale observations, delivering precious footage from space.
β’ The satellite is a testament to the advancements in astronomical technology.
π Resources:
β’ Original post β - Original source
β’ Kyutech β - Research institution
β’ VERTECS β - Astronomical satellite
β’ Hottaqu β - Space enthusiast
π€ Physics - Einstein's Mistakes
Albert Einstein is famous for demonstrating unparalleled talent in theoretical physics, but it is also known that he made several major mistakes. One of them was co-authoring a paper with Nathan Rosen stating that "gravitational waves do not exist." This was in 1936.
Key Points:
β’ Albert Einstein made several major mistakes in his career.
β’ One of his mistakes was co-authoring a paper stating that gravitational waves do not exist.
β’ This paper was published in 1936.
π Resources:
β’ Original post β - Original source
β’ Hottaqu β - Space enthusiast
β’ Einstein β - Theoretical physicist
β’ Rosen β - Co-author
π§ͺ Quantum Mechanics - Wave Function Collapse
If you hear that "when you observe a system, its wave function (or state vector) collapses, and that change does not follow the SchrΓΆdinger equation," and you've been awakened to last century's "measurement problem," agonizing over "What is a wave function? What is collapse?"βyou are not alone.
Key Points:
β’ The wave function collapse is a concept in quantum mechanics.
β’ It refers to the change in a system's state vector when observed.
β’ This change does not follow the SchrΓΆdinger equation.
π Resources:
β’ Original post β - Original source
β’ Hottaqu β - Space enthusiast
β’ SchrΓΆdinger equation β - Mathematical equation
β’ Wave function β - Mathematical concept
π Physics - Speed of Light Limitation
"There's a limit called the speed of light for speed, but is there no limit for acceleration?"
Key Points:
β’ The speed of light is a limit for speed.
β’ There is no limit for acceleration.
β’ This is a fundamental concept in physics.
π Resources:
β’ Original post β - Original source
β’ Hottaqu β - Space enthusiast
β’ Speed of light β - Fundamental constant
β’ Acceleration β - Physical concept
π Physics - Velocity Limitation
It is well known from the theory of relativity that the speed of an object cannot exceed the speed of light c. This limitation applies to the x-component, y-component, and z-component of velocity, and the magnitude of the velocity itself also cannot exceed c. So, what about acceleration?
Key Points:
β’ The speed of an object cannot exceed the speed of light.
β’ This limitation applies to all components of velocity.
β’ Acceleration is not limited by the speed of light.
π Resources:
β’ Original post β - Original source
β’ Hottaqu β - Space enthusiast
β’ Speed of light β - Fundamental constant
β’ Velocity β - Physical concept
π Astronomy - Protoplanetary Disk Observation
#NASAWebb, Hubble, and ALMA combined their strengths (infrared, visible, and radio) so scientists could study protoplanetary disk Oph 163131βs structure. Small dust grains create purple arcs, larger dust grains are yellow regions.
Key Points:
β’ NASAWebb, Hubble, and ALMA combined their strengths to study a protoplanetary disk.
β’ The disk's structure was observed using infrared, visible, and radio wavelengths.
β’ Small dust grains create purple arcs, larger dust grains are yellow regions.
π Resources:
β’ Original post β - Original source
β’ NASAWebb β - Space telescope
β’ Hubble β - Space telescope
β’ ALMA β - Radio telescope
π Astronomy - Total Solar Eclipse
How do animals react to a total solar eclipse? The featured image shows a stork roosting on her nest in Poland at a partial phase of the recent total solar eclipse. If you are lucky enough to experience a total eclipse somewhere quiet and close to nature, you may be able to observe the behavior of animals.
Key Points:
β’ Animals react to a total solar eclipse in various ways.
β’ The featured image shows a stork roosting on her nest during a partial eclipse.
β’ Total eclipses can be observed in quiet and natural environments.
π Resources:
β’ Original post β - Original source
β’ APOD β - Astronomy image
β’ Stork β - Bird species
β’ Total solar eclipse β - Astronomical event
π Nature - Lake Kawaguchi Night View
Last month, the night view from the lakeside of Lake Kawaguchi on August 8, 2026. Even with a smartphone shot, I was able to capture the ribbon of light from the mountain climbers and the stars. Delivering the "now" stunning views and tourism information of the Fuji Five Lakes.
Key Points:
β’ The night view from Lake Kawaguchi was captured on August 8, 2026.
β’ The view shows a ribbon of light from mountain climbers and stars.
β’ The Fuji Five Lakes offer stunning views and tourism information.
π Resources:
β’ Original post β - Original source
β’ Lake Kawaguchi β - Lake location
β’ Fuji Five Lakes β - Tourism destination
β’ Mountain climbers β - Human activity
π Astronomy - International Observe the Moon Night
Need an excuse to go out and see the Moon? π Join the International Observe the Moon Night on September 19. People from all over the world will be gazing at it with you, either virtually or in person. Discover how you can participate:
Key Points:
β’ The International Observe the Moon Night is on September 19.
β’ People from all over the world will be observing the Moon.
β’ Participation information is available.
π Resources:
β’ Original post β - Original source
β’ NASA β - Space agency
β’ International Observe the Moon Night β - Astronomical event
β’ Moon β - Celestial body
π€ Formalization - Prove2.me
What is https:// prove2.me, the formalization platform that enabled Anthropic's formalization of Fermat's Last Theorem ( https:// anthropic.com/research/forma lizing-fermats-last-theorem β¦)? I'll describe more below, and also share the story of how it came out of a class that I wasn't supposed to teach... (1/12)
Key Points:
β’ Prove2.me is a formalization platform.
β’ It enabled Anthropic's formalization of Fermat's Last Theorem.
β’ The platform came out of a class that the author wasn't supposed to teach.
π Resources:
β’ Original post β - Original source
β’ Prove2.me β - Formalization platform
β’ Anthropic β - Research institution
β’ Fermat's Last Theorem β - Mathematical theorem