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Saying 鈥減lease鈥� and 鈥渢hank you鈥� to ChatGPT may cost OpenAI tens of millions 鈥� at least in the form of extra server cycles and electricity 鈥� but CEO Sam Altman says it鈥檚 worth it. A survey found that 70% of users are polite to AI, and experts say that etiquette can improve responses. Still, it raises questions about energy use and whether politeness to AI is worth the environmental impact. Who knew that good manners could leave a carbon footprint?
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Quasicrystals 鈥� once thought impossible 鈥� were found in a 3D printed aluminum-zirconium alloy, boosting its strength. Discovered at NIST, these non-repeating atomic structures disrupt weak points in metal. This breakthrough could lead to stronger, lighter parts for planes and cars 鈥� and a new era of alloy design through additive manufacturing.
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The EU is not banning carbon fiber in new cars. Initial reports misread a proposal to improve recycling and disposal, not prohibit use. Concerns, especially from Japan, eased after clarification. While sustainability remains a focus, carbon fiber stays in the game 鈥� alongside alternatives like hemp composites and Tegris 鈥� giving automakers a wider materials playbook.
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ABB plans to spin off its robotics division as a separate, publicly listed company in the second quarter of 2026. The move will unlock value, enhance growth, and attract talent with focused governance. ABB shareholders will receive shares as a dividend in kind. ABB Robotics, a global automation leader with $2.3 billion in 2024 revenue and 7,000 employees, will debut with a strong capital base. ABB will refocus on electrification and automation, while machine automation will shift to process automation.
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