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Article URL: https://robotics.umich.edu/academics/courses/course-offerings/rob101-fall-2020/

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Article URL: https://www.mattkeeter.com/projects/fidget/

Comments URL: https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=42634624

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Hello HN! Sharing a recent side project of mine, the Atlas of Space, that I built out to explore the Solar System.

As a long-time space nerd, I realized recently that I didn't have a good intuition on the scale, speed, and relative orientation of the celestial bodies around us. So over the break I built out a kind of spatial Wikipedia to click around and learn about planets, moons, asteroids, and other bodies orbiting the Sun.

The physics is all simulated in the browser using simple Newt

Article URL: https://www.ycombinator.com/companies/two-dots/jobs/97PTcHT-machine-learning-engineer

Comments URL: https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=42636150

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Article URL: https://classes.matthewjbrown.net/teaching-files/philtech/berry-computer.pdf

Comments URL: https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=42636195

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Over the past 17 years or so, I have happily paid for hundreds of e-books—everything from reference works to history to novels to comics. Having immediate access to all of them on a device that fits in my pocket ranks among my favorite miracles of the digital age.

For 2025, however, I have a new reading mantra: Fewer electrons, more paper. My goal is to do some reading of printed books every day. By the end of the year, I hope to have read more of them in their entirety th

When he was still a boy making long, tedious trips between his school and his woodsy home in the mountains during the 1980s, JoeBen Bevirt began fantasizing about flying cars that could whisk him to his destination in a matter of minutes.

As CEO of

Japan on Wednesday linked more than 200 cyberattacks over the past five years targeting the country’s national security and high technology data to a

With over 82% of the country having access, cable internet offers wide availability. Here are the top cable internet providers that made the cut. https://www.cnet.com/home/internet/best-cable-internet-providers/#ftag=CADf328eec

Commentary: Being able to watch WWE programming on the streamer is a game-changer. https://www.cnet.com/tech/services-and-software/i-attended-netflixs-wwe-raw-premiere-event-and-i-cant-wait-to-see-where-this-goes/#ftag=CADf328eec

Can Duckbill do my life admin? I gave it a shot. https://www.cnet.com/tech/services-and-software/i-tried-duckbill-an-ai-executive-assistant-for-my-personal-life/#ftag=CADf328eec

The high court will hear oral arguments in TikTok's case on Friday, just before the ban is slated to go into effect. https://www.cnet.com/tech/services-and-software/tiktok-takes-its-case-to-the-supreme-court-what-to-know/#ftag=CADf328eec

I got a look at TiVo's smart TV operating system, which aims to compete with Roku and Google. It's coming to the US in a new Sharp LCD. https://www.cnet.com/tech/home-entertainment/tivo-and-sharp-return-to-party-like-its-2005-at-ces-2025/#ftag=CADf328eec

Make the most of this 25% discount while it lasts, and stay safe while pounding the pavement. https://www.cnet.com/deals/our-favorite-bone-conduction-headphones-with-40-off-right-now/#ftag=CADf328eec

Upgrade your kitchen with this elegant 10-piece stainless steel Calphalon cookware set for only $170. https://www.cnet.com/deals/this-10-piece-calphalon-stainless-steel-cookware-set-is-a-delicious-50-off-right-now/#ftag=CADf328eec

This charger is perfect not just for your iPhone but also for tablets, MacBooks and more -- and it’s only $25. https://www.cnet.com/deals/amazon-prime-members-can-get-this-excellent-anker-usb-c-car-charger-at-an-all-time-low/#ftag=CADf328eec

Here's when to stream Abbott's highly anticipated season 4 episode, Volunteers. https://www.cnet.com/tech/services-and-software/abbott-elementary-and-always-sunny-crossover-release-date-how-to-watch/#ftag=CADf328eec

Best Buy has knocked $150 off the Lightning version of these impressive Apple headphones. https://www.cnet.com/deals/airpods-max-down-to-400/#ftag=CADf328eec

Microsoft’s plans to remove data from unlicensed OneDrive accounts will come into force later this month.

https://www.techradar.com/pro/still-keeping-data-in-unlicensed-microsoft-onedrive-act-now-or-lose-it-forever

Restrictions come as TikTok failed to meet authorities' request to appoint a local representative. It isn't the first time, however, that Venezuela blocked a social media app.

https://www.techradar.com/vpn/vpn-privacy-security/venezuela-restricts-tiktok-leaving-citizens-turning-to-vpns

Want a gaming monitor for silky smooth frame rates? There’s a new 750Hz panel in town – but how high is too high for refresh rates?

https://www.techradar.com/computing/monitors/a-750hz-gaming-monitor-has-come-out-of-nowhere-at-ces-2025-but-im-getting-a-bit-sick-of-this-refresh-rate-one-upmanship

An unknown number of customers lost their credit card information and other sensitive data.

https://www.techradar.com/pro/security/green-bay-packers-online-store-used-to-steal-fan-credit-card-details

Smart products sold in the US could help consumers determine which devices are safe to install.

https://www.techradar.com/pro/security/white-house-unveils-us-cyber-trust-mark-to-help-determine-if-your-devices-are-secure

Squid Game season 2 has enjoyed another hugely impressive week on Netflix, but it's still not the most-watched non-English TV Original on the platform.

https://www.techradar.com/streaming/netflix/squid-game-season-2-continues-to-smash-records-for-netflix-but-its-still-cant-compete-with-the-streamers-most-watched-non-english-show-of-all-time

Vay, which operates a remotely driven fleet of EVs in Las Vegas, has announced it will have 100 cars by the end of the year.

https://www.techradar.com/vehicle-tech/vay-is-expanding-its-remotely-driven-rental-fleet-to-over-100-cars-in-2025

Amazon Web Services confirms plans to invest $11 billion in Georgia; the state has now received $18.5 billion since 2010.

https://www.techradar.com/pro/amazon-is-spending-billions-on-expanding-its-data-centers-in-georgia

Microsoft bets on Copilot+ PCs and Windows 11, with no Windows 12 on the horizon

https://www.techradar.com/computing/windows/if-youre-waiting-for-windows-12-i-have-bad-news-microsoft-is-seemingly-focused-on-cramming-even-more-ai-into-windows-11-instead

We round up the key announcements to expect from Galaxy Unpacked 2025, which is pencilled in for January 22.

https://www.techradar.com/phones/samsung-galaxy-phones/5-things-to-expect-at-samsung-galaxy-unpacked-from-the-galaxy-s25-ultra-to-project-moohan

How Chief Data Officers leverage AI and collaboration to navigate digital transformation challenges.

https://www.techradar.com/pro/navigating-digital-transformation-the-pivotal-role-of-the-chief-data-officer

Businesses face challenges with AI adoption; focusing on control, data privacy, and specialized tools ensures success.

https://www.techradar.com/pro/getting-ai-right-in-2025-control-control-control

Quitter's Day has been the most common activity break date for Strava users for the last five years – and it's soon.

https://www.techradar.com/health-fitness/tired-of-your-busy-january-gym-strava-reveals-the-exact-date-itll-be-quiet-again

Razer announced its Iskur V2 X gaming chair this week at CES. The chair can recline up to 152° and costs less than half the price of the Iskur V2.

https://www.windowscentral.com/accessories/gaming-chairs/razers-iskur-v2-x-gaming-chair-costs-less-than-half-the-price-of-its-premium-sibling

With these new offerings, InWin aims to please a plethora of users looking for a good PC case and lots of simple cooling

https://www.tomshardware.com/pc-components/pc-cases/inwin-shows-off-its-upcoming-prism-and-shift-pc-cases-and-unique-cooling-fans-at-ces-2025

The fresh hardware news continues to pour in from CES 2025

https://www.tomshardware.com/laptops/ces-2025-day-1-new-laptops-from-lenovo-snapdragon-x-for-desktops-wi-fi-7-routers-and-more

The 14-inch Xeneon Edge can sit under your monitor, on top of your desk, or attached to your case.

https://www.tomshardware.com/monitors/this-tiny-corsair-touchscreen-could-change-the-way-you-view-info-on-your-pc

Sean McManus has turned the Lego retro radio kit into a working radio that uses a built-in Raspberry Pi to play music and uses the original hardware to control the song selection.

https://www.tomshardware.com/raspberry-pi/raspberry-pi-upgrades-lego-retro-radio-into-the-real-thing

RollAway combines the luxuries of a high-end hotel with the freedom of camping, all in a drivable, eco-friendly package. RollAway is a camper-van rental service that offers an on-demand concierge who can plan your trip, direct you along the way, provide tips about the best spots to visit, and keep your space equipped with five-star amenities. The van has a seating area that transforms into a queen bed, a kitchen with a sink an

In summer 2023, the Biden administration announced its plan to certify devices with a logo indicating powerful cybersecurity. Now, as Biden navigates his last couple weeks in office, the

Ex-employees of Annapurna Interactive who quit en masse last year have reportedly found their next project. According to Bloomberg, the team is taking over the games and franchises of Private Division, a former Take-Two label that

A spinning VR gaming chair sounds like it would be an at-home vomitron. The virtual reality environment tends to make some people (like me) queasy as it is, so adding synchronized full-body rotation seems like a recipe for disaster. I was kind of prepared for the worst when I decided to try out the $800 Roto VR Explorer at

Last year, Honda teased its first two homegrown EVs with the Series 0 Saloon and Space-Hub. But now at CES 2025, those vehicles are getting one step closer to production by graduating from concepts to prototypes while getting updated names along the way: the Honda 0 Saloon and 0 SUV.

But while we wait for them to officially hit the

As Engadget's chief The Last of Us correspondent, I was pretty pumped to find out during Sony's CES 2025 press conference that season two of the HBO show would come out in April. But Naughty Dog head Neil Druckmann also teased an "location-based experience exhibit" that would transport participants into the

If you want to keep better track of your things in the new year, a Bluetooth tracker can help.

NASA will analyze and explore two different landing options for its Mars Sample Return program, though it will take almost two years to do so and is expected to announce its decision in late 2026. The agency had to temporarily hit pause on the program after an independent review found that it could cost between $8 billion and $11 billion, which is way a

T-Mobile is once again being sued by Washington state over the 2021 data breach which exposed sensitive information for over 79 million people, The Verge reports. The

Overcome the challenges of getting buy-in for SEO projects. Learn key strategies to convince stakeholders and drive success.

The post How To Get Buy-In From Stakeholders Using Overlooked Soft Skills appeared first on Search Engine Journal.

https://www.searchenginejournal.com/how-to-get-buy-in-from-stakeholders/533337/

Discover the complexities of martech stacks and the struggles of marketing teams to reach target audiences. Learn about the obstacles they face in this survey.

The post New Study Highlights Martech Challenges To Reach Target Audiences appeared first on Search Engine Journal.

https://www.searchenginejournal.com

With VSCode, you can easily move your Dart classes and functions to a different file (this is very useful when refactoring). https://codewithandrea.com/tips/move-to-file-vscode-assist/

Here's what to know about all the latest features and what future updates could bring to your iPhone. https://www.cnet.com/tech/services-and-software/your-ios-18-guide-to-genmoji-rcs-messaging-and-more-iphone-features/#ftag=CADf328eec

The Roam water bottle is a handheld miracle that debuted at CES, and it could change the way you consume H20. https://www.cnet.com/how-to/turn-flat-water-into-sparkling-in-the-palm-of-your-hand/#ftag=CADf328eec

Though 'protein goals' has become a trend, it's one that's not rooted in reality for many Americans. https://www.cnet.com/health/nutrition/stop-worrying-protein-goals-experts/#ftag=CADf328eec

Several important refinance rates moved higher this week, making it harder to find a lower rate on a home loan. https://www.cnet.com/personal-finance/refi-rates-increase-for-homeowners-mortgage-refinance-rates-jan-8-2025/#ftag=CADf328eec

Mortgage rates were varied, but one benchmark rate saw an increase. Here's what experts want you to know. https://www.cnet.com/personal-finance/30-year-fixed-rate-mortgage-moves-up-current-mortgage-rates-on-jan-8-2025/#ftag=CADf328eec

Taking out a tax refund advance loan can be risky and may leave you in a more precarious financial situation. https://www.cnet.com/personal-finance/taxes/yes-you-can-get-up-to-4000-now-with-a-tax-refund-advance-but-its-risky/#ftag=CADf328eec

This expandable home pod from AC Future is stylish, filled with smart tech and energy-independent -- but you may have to preorder in crypto. https://www.cnet.com/home/smart-home/would-you-pay-100000-for-a-mini-smart-house-we-saw-the-details-at-ces-2025/#ftag=CADf328eec

AT&T's Fiber 300 Plan may not offer the best value, but its speeds should be more than enough for average internet users. https://www.cnet.com/home/internet/is-att-fiber-300-worth-it-heres-what-i-discovered-when-i-tried-it/#ftag=CADf328eec

After you update your iPhone to iOS 18.2, these should be the first things you configure. https://www.cnet.com/tech/services-and-software/before-you-get-too-far-change-these-8-ios-18-2-settings/#ftag=CADf328eec

Despite the low price of $370, you'll be nabbing a 2024 TV from one of the best brands in the space. https://www.cnet.com/deals/start-your-new-year-off-right-with-this-65-inch-lg-smart-tv-at-230-off/#ftag=CADf328eec

The Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra could support 25W wireless charging, but its screen may not be any brighter than the S24 Ultra's.

https://www.techradar.com/phones/samsung-galaxy-phones/leaked-samsung-galaxy-s25-ultra-specs-reveal-new-details-and-a-charging-surprise

Most of the affected victims are Casio employees, company confirms.

https://www.techradar.com/pro/security/casio-confirms-data-of-8-500-people-exposed-in-recent-ransomware-attack

Valve employee confirms that an AMD Ryzen Z2 Steam Deck isn’t happening.

https://www.techradar.com/gaming/steam-deck/no-an-amd-ryzen-z2-steam-deck-isnt-in-the-works-says-valve-employee

The PocketBook InkPoster is a gorgeous (if expensive) way to display art on your walls.

https://www.techradar.com/home/smart-home/this-awesome-e-ink-poster-frame-looks-like-the-future-of-wall-art-if-you-can-stomach-the-price-tag

Nanoleaf 4D V2 comes with a lightweight, bendy light strip, and supports wider screens.

https://www.techradar.com/home/smart-lights/nanoleafs-ambilight-alternative-is-now-even-easier-to-install-no-more-corner-brackets

We can't wait to hear Kanto's cute new 'distinctive clamshell' design bookshelf speakers.

https://www.techradar.com/televisions/take-a-look-y-at-the-kooky-kanto-uki-kantos-new-small-speaker-brings-distinctive-looks-to-your-desktop-or-bookshelf

Accessory maker Genki shows off Nintendo Switch 2 mockup at CES 2025 - and apparently it's very close to the real thing.

https://www.techradar.com/gaming/this-nintendo-switch-2-mockup-from-ces-2025-is-allegedly-based-on-the-console-itself-making-us-think-an-official-announcement-has-to-be-imminent

Satya Nadella confirms $3 billion Microsoft investment to help equip India with artificial intelligence skills.

https://www.techradar.com/pro/microsoft-reveals-billion-dollar-cloud-and-ai-investment-plan-in-india

Disney Plus has ordered a pilot for a reboot of the '90s novel 'Holes', but this time a female lead will take center stage.

https://www.techradar.com/streaming/disney-plus/disney-plus-is-working-on-its-second-reimagining-of-the-cult-90s-childrens-book-holes-and-this-one-will-feature-a-female-lead

Save Up to $700 at Mattress Firm!

https://www.techradar.com/cameras/hurry-save-up-to-60-percent-at-mattress-firm

A second Monster Hunter Wilds beta test is happening in February - here's everything you need to know.

https://www.techradar.com/gaming/monster-hunter-wilds-is-getting-a-second-beta-test-in-february-and-you-wont-need-ps-plus-or-game-pass-to-take-part

BMW unveils its Panoramic iDrive system that uses the entire windshield as a display surface.

https://www.techradar.com/vehicle-tech/hybrid-electric-vehicles/goodbye-buttons-bmws-new-panoramic-idrive-system-gives-all-of-its-cars-a-massive-head-up-display-with-ai-assistant

The heads-up display is making the leap from games to real life, and you won't want to miss it.

https://www.laptopmag.com/gaming/vr/heads-up-a-new-smart-glasses-trend-is-taking-over-ces-2025

Save up to $210 on Samsung monitors, including curved ultrawide gaming displays like the G5 Odyssey.

https://www.laptopmag.com/gaming/gaming-monitors/pick-up-a-samsung-monitor-from-as-low-as-usd94-in-these-amazing-amazon-sales

Everything that happened at CES 2025 for the NVIDIA CEO Keynote in Las Vegas.

https://www.windowscentral.com/news/nvidia-ces-2025-keynote

In adding a larger, faster SSD to the ROG Ally came a side effect of a much hotter running drive. So let's do something about that.

https://www.windowscentral.com/gaming/pc-gaming/if-you-upgrade-the-ssd-in-your-rog-ally-adding-a-heatsink-to-it-should-be-your-next-job

Monster Hunter Wilds is receiving another Open Beta Test a few weeks before its launch in February along with another returning monster, Gypceros.

https://www.windowscentral.com/gaming/monster-hunter-wilds-is-getting-a-second-open-best-test-in-february-2025-along-with-the-return-of-an-old-school-monster