➀ NASA Acting Administrator Sean Duffy announced that the Artemis III lunar landing contract will be opened to new bidders due to SpaceX's delay in the Starship lunar lander development.
➁ The contract, initially awarded to SpaceX, is now open to competitors like Blue Origin due to concerns over the timeline.
➂ The delay is attributed to technical hurdles faced by the Starship, raising concerns about the crewed lunar landing's timeline.
➀ NVIDIA推出了升级版的RTX Pro 5000 Blackwell加速器，配备72GB的GDDR7 VRAM；
➁ 与原版48GB相比，VRAM容量增加了50%；
➂ RTX Pro 5000 Blackwell具有512位内存总线，提供1,344GB/s的内存带宽。
➀ Zotac has managed to fit a desktop-class GeForce RTX 5060 Ti with 16GB of GDDR7 into a tiny 2.65-liter chassis.
➁ The Zbox Magnus EN for 2025 is the world's smallest PC with a desktop GeForce RTX 50 series GPU.
➂ It features an Intel Core Ultra 7 255HX processor, up to 96GB of DDR5 memory, and various connectivity options.
➀ Fraunhofer IAPT introduces AI-driven machine vision for additive manufacturing quality assurance, using synthetic data and cost-effective cameras to replace specialized sensors;
➁ A flexible gripping system and collaborative robots enable automated handling of diverse component geometries, even for small-batch production;
➂ Innovations include in-situ post-processing for plastic components, cutting production time by 50%, and hybrid manufacturing reducing titanium usage by over 50%.
➀ Fraunhofer IAPT showcases automated additive manufacturing innovations at Formnext 2025, including AI-based quality control with machine vision and synthetic data to accelerate real-time defect detection;
➁ A geometry-independent gripper system enables flexible automation for small batches and delicate structures, reducing dependency on manual steps and safety barriers;
➂ New in-situ smoothing technology for plastic parts cuts production time by 50% and costs by 80%, integrated directly into FDM 3D printers.
➀ Atari launches redesigned Intellivision Sprint console with 45 classic games and modern features like HDMI support and wireless controllers.
➀ The console revives the iconic rivalry from the 1980s, now featuring keypad overlays and compatibility with original controllers.
➂ Pre-orders priced at $149.99 (U.S.) and £119.99 (UK) are available, with shipments expected by early December 2025.
➀ The U.S. government's 10% stake purchase in Intel led to a $73 billion market cap surge, benefiting both Intel and national revenue;
➁ Intel secured a strategic partnership with NVIDIA to supply data center CPUs and integrate GPUs, highlighting renewed industry confidence;
➂ The investment underscores U.S. efforts to strengthen domestic semiconductor sovereignty amid global tech supply chain tensions with China.
➀ Three Empa researchers were awarded the 2025 Empa Entrepreneur Fellowship to advance innovative products based on their research in terahertz optics, infrastructure monitoring, and laser microstructuring;
➁ Projects include ultradünne Terahertz components for 6G communication (Elena Mavrona), high-resolution strain sensors for wind turbines (Mohammad Jafarpour), and scalable laser surface microstructuring for energy and healthcare (Nicolas Zaugg);
➂ The fellowship supports commercialization efforts, including prototype development, partnerships, and startup preparations aimed at bridging research excellence with industrial applications.
➀ TSMC will begin constructing its 1.4nm fab in Taichung on November 5th, with a $49 billion investment, targeting mass production by H2 2028 and generating up to $15.9 billion in annual revenue;
➁ Due to strong demand for 1.4nm chips (priced at $45k per wafer), TSMC will build four 1.4nm fabs simultaneously, revising initial plans for two 1.4nm and two 1nm fabs;
➂ The move aims to solidify TSMC's process leadership amid competition from Intel's 18A and Samsung's 2nm advancements, with TSMC opting against high-NA EUV tools for cost and maturity reasons.
➀ HyImpulse Technologies secured €30 million in Series A funding, including €15 million in equity, bringing total capital raised to €74 million since 2018;
➁ Funds will accelerate the development of its SL1 orbital rocket (capable of carrying 600kg payloads) and expand production capacities, targeting a first orbital launch in 2027;
➂ The SL1 uses hybrid engines with paraffin and liquid oxygen for cost efficiency and safety, featuring a new turbopump system and serial production of hardware.
