Could this electronic pill be about to revolutionise healthcare? π
Plus SpaceX are about to launch their mysterious X-37B space plane π
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SpaceX is gearing up for an intriguing mission with the launch of the mysterious X-37B space plane for the US Space Force. Scheduled for liftoff from the Kennedy Space Center, Florida, the SpaceX Falcon Heavy rocket will carry the secretive X-37B on its seventh orbit-bound journey. The Space Force has been tight-lipped about the specific activities of the X-37B in orbit, but it's known from past missions that the plane has been involved in testing experimental propulsion systems and conducting advanced material experiments. The upcoming mission, as stated by the US Space Force, aims to explore new orbital realms, test space domain awareness technologies, and study the impact of radiation on NASA materials. The uncrewed X-37B, resembling a smaller version of NASAβs space shuttle, necessitates the use of SpaceX's more powerful Falcon Heavy rocket.
Despite the delay of the original launch date due to unfavourable weather, SpaceX remains optimistic, forecasting better conditions for the rescheduled launch. Marking SpaceX's 92nd orbit launch in a record-breaking year, the X-37Bβs mission duration and orbital altitude remain undisclosed, potentially setting new records for height and duration in space. The Boeing-built craft, with a history of spending a cumulative 10 years in space since 2010, is expected to land on a runway upon its return, emulating the NASA space shuttle's Earth re-entry approach.
π Science & Futuristic Tech
Celero Systems is revolutionising health monitoring with its innovative electronic pill, designed to measure vital signs like heart rate, breathing rate, and core temperature from within the human stomach. Initially targeting people with ongoing health conditions for home monitoring, the company aims to eventually use the pill as an internal alert system for drug overdoses. In a small clinical trial with sleep apnea patients, the pill proved nearly as accurate as traditional, more cumbersome hospital diagnostics. This biocompatible capsule, equipped with sensors and a microprocessor, safely travels through the digestive system, transmitting data wirelessly for easy access by doctors or patients. Beyond sleep apnea, potential applications include monitoring for asthma, cardiac issues, and ALS. The pillβs most transformative potential lies in detecting drug overdoses by monitoring respiratory rates, offering a promising solution in the fight against opioid-related deaths. Celero's approach combines the benefits of implantable medical devices with the simplicity of ingestion, marking a significant leap in digital health technology.
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