BAE unveils the Strix, a fascinating, tail-sitting X-wing VTOL UAV

[New Atlas logo]( Aircraft [BAE unveils the Strix, a fascinating, tail-sitting X-wing VTOL UAV]( [BAE Systems has unveiled a new hybrid, autonomous, military UAV with VTOL capabilities and the ability to carry heavy payloads and munitions over long range missions]( BAE Systems has unveiled a fascinating new autonomous, hybrid, VTOL UAV for military use. The STRIX, developed in Australia, folds to fit inside a shipping container, and is capable of carrying 160 kg (353 lb) of payload over 800 km (500 miles). [Read more]( Special Promotion for New Atlas Readers [One of the stars of the 2023 CES, this composter is on sale for $479]( Per the FDA, 63 million tons of food waste was generated in the commercial, institutional, and residential sectors, with only 4% of that being composted. As more food reaches landfills than any other single material, perhaps it’s time to do our part. [Read more]( Bicycles [Retro-styled Cross ebike motors through the city and beyond]( [Inspired by cafe racer motorcycles, the Cross "carries the vintage and styling shape of the legendary motorcycle back in the 1970s and embodies its core spirits: intrepid, upfront, and carefree without compromising the application of hi-tech elements in the design"]( LA-based e-mobility outfit Splach is returning to Indiegogo next month with a moto-inspired Class 3 ebike called the Cross, which rocks full suspension and air-filled fat tires, a 1-kW peak motor and 125-mile dual batteries. [Read more]( Health & Wellbeing [Novel study shows pattern of cannabis use impacts postop recovery]( [A first-of-its-kind study has examined the link between different patterns of cannabis use and postoperative recovery]( There are plenty of studies into the effects of cannabis on health. But a first-of-its-kind US study has found a connection between different patterns of cannabis use by patients and how well they recover from surgery. [Read more]( Medical [This device can easily, cheaply detect cancer cells in a blood sample]( [The Static Droplet Microfluidic device]( Detecting circulating tumor cells among healthy blood cells is notoriously hard. Now an easy-to-use device can ID even a small number of cancer cells, potentially providing a huge breakthrough in non-invasive early detection, monitoring and treatment. [Read more]( Architecture [Underground library at sustainable farm is filled with surprises]( [The Underground Library's sloping green roof helps the structure blend in with its natural surroundings]( The Underground Library can be found beneath a grassy knoll located in Chiba, Japan. The innovative project was designed to offer patrons a reflective literature experience, while sitting in harmony with the surrounding natural spaces. [Read more]( Science [Study says that for growing sweeter strawberries, don't use fungicides]( [As compared to an untreated control group, strawberry plants treated with either of two commonly used fungicides were found to produce berries with lower levels of soluble sugars]( You may have noticed that strawberries grown in your garden, or at organic farms, tend to be tastier than the regular supermarket variety. According to a new study, the use of commercial fungicides may be to blame. [Read more]( Mobile Technology [Honor's Magic5 Pro flagship boasts top-rated camera array]( [The Magic5 Pro flagship smartphone launched to global markets at MWC 2023]( Honor has announced the global launch of its latest flagship smartphone at Mobile World Congress 2023 in Barcelona. The star of the Magic5 Pro show is the rear triple camera array, which has taken the top spot in DxOMark's global rankings. [Read more]( Environment [Andes microbial tech uses farmers' fields to capture greenhouse gases]( [The Andes system incorporates carbon-consuming microbes which live in the roots of crop plants]( While crops do sequester some atmospheric carbon dioxide (CO2) via photosynthesis, they could always use a bit of help. California startup Andes is aiming to provide that help, by putting carbon-capturing microbes in the soil of farmers' fields. [Read more]( Medical [Strong signs for cell therapy in the fight against heart failure]( [Cell therapy has joined the fight against heart failure]( More than six million Americans suffer from chronic heart failure, and one of its key antagonizers is inflammation. Now, a landmark study has found that cell therapy can intervene, greatly reducing the risk of heart attack and stroke. [Read more]( Military [BAE unveils low-cost, high-volume precision guided missile kits]( [The Razer is a low-cost system for transforming non-guided munitions into precision guided ones]( Along with its new X-winged VTOL military drone, BAE Systems has announced a new "Razer" system designed to take standard non-guided munitions and convert them into precision guided missiles, at low cost, and delivered through local manufacturing. [Read more]( Architecture [Wild and wonderful designs hit the beach in wintry Toronto]( [Conrad makes up one of the eight winning designs of the 2023 Winter Stations competition in Toronto. The project was designed by Novak Djogo & Daniel Joshua Vanderhorst, from Canada, and is a heartfelt tribute to a beloved local raccoon who died in 2015]( Each year, the Winter Stations competition transforms beach lifeguard stations in Toronto into temporary structures. The winners for 2023 have now been revealed and consist of an eclectic collection of huts, art installations, and simple shelters. [Read more]( Virtual Reality [MIT's X-AR system guides users to RFID-tagged hidden items]( [The X-AR system takes its name from the fact that it gives X-ray-like vision to users via augmented reality (AR)]( It can be frustrating when you're searching for an object, knowing that you may have looked right where it is without realizing you've done so. A new augmented reality system could help, by showing users where items are … even if they're hidden. [Read more]( Medical [AI outperforms human eye in spotting epileptic behavior in mice]( [Machine-learning AI has been shown to be better than the human eye at detecting epileptic behaviour in mice]( Scientists have a good understanding of how brain circuitry is affected by epilepsy, but not a lot is known about how epilepsy affects behavior. A new study has used AI on mice to catch epilepsy-related behavior that can be missed by the human eye. [Read more]( You are receiving this email because you signed up for our daily newsletter at [newatlas.com]( (or [gizmag.com]( before August 2016). [Update profile]( | [Unsubscribe]( Copyright New Atlas © 2022