supercomputer simulations

Scientists discovered that magnetic fields surrounding newborn stars may facilitate binary star formation by acting as a cosmic brake. These fields strip away angular momentum, allowing two protostars to spiral closer together instead of drifting apart.

Scientists used advanced supercomputer plasma simulations to discover how the universe creates large magnetic fields from turbulence. This breakthrough could enhance understanding of stars, black holes, neutron star collisions, and solar eruptions.

Japanese scientists from the University of Osaka used supercomputer simulations to uncover how dolphins generate thrust through tail movements and vortices, revealing that large vortex rings contribute to forward motion while smaller vortices do not. The study was published in the journal Physical Review Fluids.