“Cold spray” 3D printing technique proves effective for on-site bridge repair

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More than half of the nation’s 623,218 bridges are experiencing significant deterioration. Through an in-field case study conducted in western Massachusetts, a team led by the University of Massachusetts at Amherst in collaboration with researchers from the MIT Department of Mechanical Engineering (MechE) has just successfully demonstrated that 3D printing may provide a cost-effective, minimally disruptive solution.

“Anytime you drive, you go under or over a corroded bridge,” says Simos Gerasimidis, associate professor of civil and environmental engineering at UMass Amherst and former visiting professor in the Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering at MIT, in a press release. “They are everywhere. It’s impossible to avoid, and their condition often shows significant deterioration. We know the numbers.”

The numbers, according to the American Society of Civil Engineers’ 2025 Report Card for America’s Infrastructure, are staggering: Across the United States, 49.1 percent of the nation’s 623,218 bridges are in “fair” condition and 6.8 percent are in “poor” condition.

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Update Notes Version 1.9.0.0

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Important Notice

  • Using software or data not officially distributed by the developer may cause the game to crash.

  • Please make sure to always have your game updated to the latest version.

    Failing to do so may result in crashes, save data errors, or even irreversible data loss.

    If you are starting the game after installing from a disc, be sure to update to the latest version before playing.

  • If your Bag is full when you pick up an item,

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Xbox Journalist Denies Report About Backwards Compatibility Plans For 2026

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“This particular scenario isn’t on the cards today”.

Earlier today, an elaborate report from YouTuber eXtas1s about Xbox’s apparent backwards compatibility overhaul for 2026 began attracting a lot of attention online, and many have been trying to find out more details in the hours since.

Speaking on social media a few hours later, Windows Central editor Jez Corden explained that he believes the report is “false”, advising that although Xbox wants to bring more games to more places, “this particular scenario isn’t on the cards today”. Here are a couple of his responses that we’ve spotted:

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Level Up Your Football Knowledge: A Gamer’s Guide to Real Matchday Betting

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If you’re passionate about football and eager to turn your matchday excitement into real-world rewards, you’ve come to the right place. Betting on football isn’t merely a game of chance; it’s about strategy, insight, and making the most of your football knowledge. With the right approach, you can transform your understanding of the game into calculated, profitable bets.

Whether you’re an experienced bettor or a complete newcomer to sports betting, this comprehensive guide will help you navigate the vibrant world of football online betting sites in the UK. It offers expert advice to increase your chances of success and assists you in making smarter decisions on matchday.

Understanding Matchday Betting: The Basics
What is Matchday Betting?

Matchday betting involves placing wagers on football matches occurring on the same day, often during the matches themselves. This is referred to as in-play or live betting,

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PS Plus Subscribers, I'm Begging You To Play This RPG Before It's Gone In July

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If you have PS Plus and are searching for your next rainy-day RPG, Crisis Core: Final Fantasy VII Reunion is it. This direct Final Fantasy 7 prequel puts you in the shoes of Zack Fair: the iconic SOLDIER who ties in heavily with the story of FF7 proper. Just keep in mind that you have until July 15 to make your move, as that’s when the game will be removed from the PS Plus service.  » Read More

Third-Party Launch Games On Switch 2 Reportedly Sold “Very Low Numbers”

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All about that Mario Kart.

A new report from Chris Dring’s The Game Business highlights a few sales stats for launch games on the recently-released Switch 2.

According to the article, “most third-party Switch 2 games posted very low numbers” at launch, with the vast majority of players understandably gravitating towards Mario Kart World. As per data from NielsenIQ, 86% of physical Switch 2 game sales were first-party, including the MK World bundle. If we exclude the bundle, the result would be 48%.

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Hotfix 7.1

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Update 7.1.0

The first week of Season 7 is behind us, and we’re so grateful to everyone who has shown up to play THE DIVIDE! This season launch blew us away, and we’ve loved every moment of Season 7 so far! From creative breach plays to Chuck the Healing Emitter rolling in to save the day, this is chalking up to be a season filled with certified THE FINALS moments!

This week we’re smoothing out some of the issues introduced in 7.0,

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Gears Of War: Reloaded Beta Extended, Extra Mode Added For Weekend 2

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More Gears beta time for all!

Gears of War: Reloaded beta weekend 2 is about to begin tomorrow evening, and prior to this second and final beta test for the upcoming remaster, developer The Coalition has announced some extra goodies for fans to get stuck into.

First and foremost, this second beta period will be slightly longer than weekend 1. The upcoming test now runs from 12pm PT on June 20 to 9pm PT on June 22, with the beta carrying into the early hours of Monday morning in certain regions. For the full breakdown on Gears of War: Reloaded beta timings, check out the link below.

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