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origgm··on The 2nd law of infodynamics and implications for simulated universe hypothesis
Since the second law of infodynamics appears to be manifesting universally and is, in fact, a cosmological necessity, we could conclude that this points to the fact that the entire universe appears to be a simulated construct.
origgm··on The remarkable emptiness of existence
"But I stress that the universe is mainly made of nothing, that something is the exception. Nothing is the rule. That darkness is a commonplace; it is light that is the rarity." - Carl Sagan
origgm··on Scalable polymer films for sustainable moisture harvesting in arid environments
Not sure on the wearing out, but agreed - these developments are encouraging to say the least.
origgm··on Scalable polymer films for sustainable moisture harvesting in arid environments
Yeah some of it is a little confusing to comprehend. But, agreed, the numbers in this study are amazing. Higher than anything I've seen to date.
origgm··on Scalable polymer films for sustainable moisture harvesting in arid environments
Their system uses a natural gel to absorb moisture out of relatively dry air of humidity levels of 15 to 30 percent. Other systems have shown success but only in high humidity of 70 percent and higher.
origgm··on Scalable polymer films for sustainable moisture harvesting in arid environments
Good point. Still a nice upgrade from >70 or >90 systems that aren't helpful unless in specific conditions. Also promising on the materials side -- cheap
origgm··on Schizophrenia is 2nd highest risk factor for dying of Covid-19, after age
"It seemed as though there's something about either the illness of schizophrenia or possibly medications that causes them to be at really high risk of mortality."
origgm··on ESO Instrument Finds Closest Black Hole to Earth
There are pretty consistent new astronomy discoveries these days, it seems, but I think this one is significant. Being able to study this one closely could lead to discoveries of many more black holes that are relatively close to us.
origgm··on Space and Time (1908) [pdf]
[pg 39] "From now onwards space by itself and time by itself will recede completely to become mere shadows and only a type of union of the two will still stand independently on its own."