All articles tagged with #zeus
Originally Published 3 months ago — by Energy Reporters
The University of Michigan's ZEUS laser has achieved a groundbreaking 2-petawatt power output, making it the most powerful laser in the US, enabling advanced experiments in high-field science, particle acceleration, and potential technological innovations, with future experiments aiming to simulate zettawatt-scale laser interactions.
Originally Published 4 months ago — by SciTechDaily
The ZEUS laser at the University of Michigan has achieved its first 2-petawatt experiment, making it the most powerful laser in the U.S., with potential applications in medicine, security, and physics, and paving the way for future high-energy research including zettawatt-scale experiments.
Originally Published 7 months ago — by Farmingdale Observer
Researchers at the University of Michigan have developed ZEUS, the world's most powerful laser system, capable of generating 2 petawatts of power for a brief moment, opening new frontiers in scientific research across fields like medicine, astrophysics, and quantum physics, while fueling international competition in ultra-high-intensity laser technology.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by TVLine
Courtney B. Vance has been cast as Zeus in the second season of "Percy Jackson and the Olympians."
Originally Published 1 year ago — by Deadline
Courtney B. Vance has been cast as Zeus in the Disney+ series "Percy Jackson and the Olympians," following the death of Lance Reddick, who originally played the role. The show's executive producer expressed the challenge of recasting such a significant role and praised Vance for wanting to honor both the books and Reddick's legacy. Season 2 of the series, based on "The Sea of Monsters," is currently in production.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by Variety
Courtney B. Vance has been cast as Zeus in the "Percy Jackson and the Olympians" series, following the death of Lance Reddick, who originally played the role. Vance, known for his work in film and television, expressed excitement about joining the series, which is based on Rick Riordan's popular book series. Season 2, currently in production, will adapt "The Sea of Monsters" and is set to debut in 2025. The series is produced by Disney Branded Television and 20th Television.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by Deadline
The Season 1 finale of "Percy Jackson and the Olympians" on Disney+ pays tribute to the late actor Lance Reddick, who played Zeus in the series, with a title card reading "In loving memory of Lance Reddick." Author Rick Riordan also wrote a tribute to Reddick, describing him as vibrant, kind, and talented. It's unclear how the team will move forward with the character of Zeus beyond Season 1.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by Variety
The first season of "Percy Jackson and the Olympians" on Disney+ concludes with Percy, Annabeth, and Grover parting ways, diverging from the book as Percy fails his quest but ultimately saves the day. The show's creators discuss the decision to send Percy to Olympus, the impact of Lance Reddick's performance as Zeus, and the future of the series. They also address the evolving romance between Percy and Annabeth, hint at unresolved prophecies, and reflect on the tragic passing of actor Lance Reddick.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by Boing Boing
A lightning strike hit the protection mast atop the tower of a SpaceX Falcon Heavy rocket awaiting liftoff at NASA's Kennedy Space Center. The launch was scrubbed due to severe weather, but it went up on Sunday instead.