Boffins use nuclear radiation to send data wirelessly

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The discussion centers on the use of nuclear radiation, specifically fast neutrons, for wireless data transmission as detailed in the article from The Register and the scientific paper from ScienceDirect. The current transmission speed is approximately a few bits per minute over a distance of half a meter, which is significantly slower than conventional wireless technologies. Participants express skepticism regarding practical applications, comparing the technology's efficiency to that of a toilet flush sensor. Overall, the consensus indicates that while the concept is intriguing, it lacks immediate practical utility.

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I've been checking on this article for some time when noticing that the speed of transmission is around a few bit per minute and the distance is ~ half meter.
That's around the capabilities of a toilet flush sensor.
But the flush sensor still wins.

I feel being robbed off by ten precious minutes :doh:

Ps.: by the way, how is this different from smoke signals? Just askingo:)
 
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