Math Puzzle: Wrangle the Rectangles

The nine rectangles A, B, C, D, E, F, G, H and I overlap one another. Rectangle A intersects rectangles D and F; this ...

For Perfectly Wrapped Gifts Every Time, Geometry Says Use the Diagonal Hack—Here’s How

Again, the secret is how you’re wrapping all the way around the item. A diamond orientation means you’re folding over right ...
IEEE

Efficient Electromagnetic Scattering Simulation of Electrically Extra-Large Problems Using Phase Information and Adaptive Mesh Automation

Abstract: In this article, an efficient simulation method is proposed to analyze extra-large electromagnetic scattering problems. With the incorporation of the traveling wave phase, the ...
The Independent

Mike Johnson rebukes Trump’s use of ‘R-word’ slur against Gov. Tim Walz

House Speaker Mike Johnson finally found a point of contention with Donald Trump — unable to defend the president for hurling at Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz a slur used to denigrate people with ...
IEEE

Probabilistic Bits Using Perimeter-Gated Single Photon Avalanche Diodes

Abstract: We present a unique approach to demonstrating probabilistic bits (p-bit) leveraging perimeter-gated single-photon avalanche diodes (pg-SPADs). By exploiting the pg-SPAD’s dark count rate ...