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This paper introduces a new method for designing floor plans using Differentiable Voronoi Diagrams, which allows for the easy adjustment of room layouts by moving Voronoi sites. The Voronoi diagram helps specify room shapes based on distance, making it simple to incorporate constraints like room areas and connectivity. This method can create a variety of […]
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Ferroelectric memory (FRAM) is a unique storage technique using a special material to store data. It offers rapid write speeds and durability, lasting for decades. Despite these advantages, FRAM is not widely used due to its high cost compared to flash memory. The history of FRAM dates back to the 1950s, with many companies working […]
Kamal 2 is introducing a new custom proxy to replace Traefik, streamlining zero-downtime deployments for web containers with Docker. Traefik was originally chosen for its dynamic reverse proxy capabilities but had some limitations, such as requiring a special configuration file for health checks. The new Kamal proxy simplifies the process by allowing easy deployment with […]
Lord Rayleigh calculated the size of a single molecule using only oil, water, and a pen, inspired by Benjamin Franklin’s observations in 1770 of calming ocean waves with oil. Franklin’s oil drop experiment was just one of his many scientific achievements, but Rayleigh’s interpretation of it in 1890 allowed him to estimate the dimensions of […]
The author discusses their search for a vintage Braun DN 40 alarm clock and the challenges of fitting it on their crowded bedside table. They then share their journey of designing a multi-functional 3D printed iPhone Standby Dock inspired by the Braun DN 40 and BC21 alarm clocks. The author iterates on the design, focusing […]
Intel’s Meteor Lake chip marks a shift in mobile strategy, moving away from monolithic designs. While the risk is controlled by iterating conservatively on CPU architectures, Intel offers new minor upgrades with Redwood Cove over previous designs. The frontend improvements focus on better branch prediction, leading to latency reductions and faster speeds. Redwood Cove also […]
The post discusses the visualization of differential forms on differential manifolds, targeting readers who are learning about differential forms. It emphasizes a practical approach to understanding differential forms with a focus on integration problems on manifolds, highlighting the necessity for additional structure beyond functions for integration. The visualization introduces concepts like covers of manifolds by […]
Introducing Linear Mobile, the companion to the Linear system, available for iOS and Android. Designed for on-the-go productivity, it keeps you informed about high-priority tasks and projects, allowing you to take action with a tap or swipe. The app allows you to discuss and update issue details on the fly, moving work forward no matter […]
Front-end development can be tricky, but with the right Chrome extensions, you can streamline your workflow, boost productivity, and debug efficiently. Check out these 15 must-have plugins for front-end developers. CSS Peeper simplifies CSS inspection, Fake Filler speeds up form testing, and Wappalyzer helps you identify the technologies behind any website. Font Tester allows for […]
Mathematicians introduce a new class of shape, ‘soft cells’, with rounded corners that allow for unique tilings previously unexplored. These soft cells fill space without repeating arrangements, a concept that challenges traditional beliefs about tiling. Researchers have identified instances of soft tilings in nature, such as in river systems, onions, and nautilus shells. This groundbreaking […]