Weekend Edition: A “demon particle”, an IKEA-like camper, and 3-million-mile-high waves

[New Atlas logo]( Welcome to our weekly wrap of the best stories to grace the pages of New Atlas over the last seven days. Sit back, relax and enjoy our Weekend Edition. Darren Quick Editor-in-Chief Physics ["Demon particle" accidentally discovered, solving 67-year mystery]( [Scientists have discovered a long-theorized "demon" particle, hiding in the plasma oscillations of a metal]( While studying a material that could help unlock the secrets of superconductors, scientists have accidentally discovered a “demon” particle that was first theorized almost 70 years ago, but had never been experimentally confirmed. [Read more]( Outdoors [$2K Ikea-like camper kit turns Tesla Model X or RAV4 into a micro RV]( [Van Lab turns the Tesla Model X into an all-electric micro-camper]( The Van Lab SUV Kit makes functional camping rigs out of popular SUVs and crossovers, from the Tesla Model X and Y to the Jeep Grand Cherokee. Inspired by Ikea furniture, the kits are shipped flat and assembled into form by the buyer. [Read more]( Space [3-million-mile-high tsunamis crash down on "heartbreak" star]( [An artist's impression of MACHO 80.7443.1718, a binary system where a small star whips up gigantic tidal waves on its colossal companion]( The cosmos is full of surprises. Now astronomers have discovered a “heartbreak” star system where tidal waves, three times taller than the Sun, rise and crash on the surface of a giant star thanks to the motions of a smaller companion star. [Read more]( Military [Lockheed Martin's anti-ICBM missile passes major development milestone]( [Artist's concept of the Lockheed Martin NGI missile]( America's Next Generation Interceptor (NGI) for countering rogue state ICBM attacks has passed a major milestone. Lockheed Martin has announced that the US Missile Defense Agency (MDA) has passed all design elements of the company's NGI missile project. [Read more]( Outdoors [Scorkl 2.0 adds an electric air compressor to quick-use scuba system]( [In the Scorkl 2.0 setup, the system's existing compressed air cylinders (pictured) can be refilled via a portable air compressor powered by a battery pack]( Six years ago we told you about the Scorkl, a mini compressed air tank that allows users to breathe underwater for up to 10 minutes. For easier refills, the 2.0 version can now be ordered with an electric air compressor and a "battery pack." [Read more]( Environment [Plant-based filter removes up to 99.9% of microplastics from water]( [Researchers have developed a device made from plant materials that removes microplastics from water]( Researchers may have found an effective, green way to remove microplastics from our water using readily available plant materials. Their device was found to capture up to 99.9% of a wide variety of microplastics known to pose a health risk to humans. [Read more]( Outdoors [Toyota Land Cruiser off-grid camper goes extremer with 6x6 drive]( [EarthCruiser stretches out its Extreme XTR series by adding a driven axle, chassis length and extra motorhome]( EarthCruiser Australia is taking the Extreme even extremer. The new Land Cruiser Extreme 330 XTR6x6 adds on a third driven axle, supporting a stretched living module loaded with space and amenities that include Starlink satellite internet. [Read more]( Medical [Licorice found to fight pancreatic cancer in lab studies]( [Although stick-like in its appearance, licorice root is quite different from the popular candy store treat]( Typically thought of as candy, the root form of licorice has long been used in traditional Chinese medicine to treat a range of conditions. Now, a new study shows that a compound from the root is highly effective at fighting pancreatic tumor growth. [Read more]( Health & Wellbeing [The nose knows: 8 diseases that dogs are good at sniffing out]( [Dogs are particularly good at detecting disease with their keen sense of smell]( When we’re sick, we produce compounds that waft around us that dogs can smell. Over the years, the number of diseases that dogs can detect has grown. Here are eight diseases that our furry friends are particularly good at sniffing out. [Read more]( Aircraft [Second high-profile test flight crash rocks eVTOL industry]( [Britain is now without a full-size eVTOL air taxi prototype after the unfortunate test flight crash of Vertical Aerospace's VX4]( Leading UK eVTOL company Vertical Aerospace has suffered an expensive-looking setback just weeks into its off-tether flight test program. Its VX4 air taxi prototype reportedly hit the deck from about 20 ft up, snapping a wing and making quite a mess. [Read more]( Medical [Popular new weight-loss drugs may pose serious surgery risks]( [Some medical professionals are calling for abstaining from weight-loss drugs longer before planned surgery]( A group of US and Canadian anesthesiologists has sounded the alarm on the new class of weight-loss drugs, this time warning that they can increase the risk of serious complications for patients under sedation on the operating table. [Read more]( Bicycles [Yakbike cargo e-trike has no need for a chain – or a belt]( [The Yakbike hits the road]( While cargo e-trikes definitely are a greener, cheaper-to-maintain alternative to delivery vans, their layout is limited by having to accommodate a chain-drive drivetrain. The Yakbike takes a different approach, as its drivetrain is electronic. [Read more]( Tiny Houses [All-weather tiny house goes short and wide for more room inside]( [Minimaliste's Thuya line of tiny houses starts at US$125,000]( Canada's Minimaliste often produces large tiny houses that are built to withstand extreme weather. Its latest model continues in a similar vein, but has a reduced physical footprint and offers a well-designed interior layout for two people. [Read more]( Health & Wellbeing [Exercising to lose weight? Your fat-burn zone may need to change]( [The fat-burn zone is not one-size-fits-all]( While most people attempting to lose weight will know that there is an optimal ‘zone’ in which fat metabolizes best, based on heart rate and age. Researchers have now found that for many people this is actually an inaccurate formula to be using. [Read more]( Wearables [Wearable Clip Mouse goes on the fingers, not on a pad]( [The Clip Mouse is available in color choices of black or white]( The humble computer mouse works pretty good just as it is, but that doesn't stop people from trying to improve it. One such new-school device is the Clip Mouse, which is worn on the fingers and doesn't require a flat working surface. [Read more]( Lifestyle [Pocket-size titanium tiny wrench has functional artwork vibes]( [Silver Fox presents a prettier wrench you can carry anywhere]( We've seen some interesting wrenches before, but never did we think we'd call a wrench "pretty." The all-new Silver Fox Atom Wrench fits the bill as a palm-sized, vintage-inspired bolt cranker ready to add a little style to anyone's EDC collection. [Read more]( Outdoors [ARB's exo-frame camper trailer bushwhacks to secluded adventure]( [ARB presents its own style of all-terrain camper]( The all-new ARB Earth camper trailer gives one of the most aggressive first impressions out there, owing to its unique exo frame. At camp, though, it softens up into a luxurious micro-resort with all the amenities one needs to feel at home. [Read more]( Science [High-tech inks let anyone draw stretchable LEDs with a ballpoint pen]( [Examples of multicolor stretchable LED displays drawn with ballpoint pens loaded with the inks]( Although we're hearing a lot about stretchable electronics, the fabrication of their components is far beyond most people's abilities. Now, however, scientists have created inks that let anyone draw stretchable LEDS using regular ballpoint pens. [Read more]( Urban Transport [Addmotor rolls out 90-mile pedal-assist folding trike for under $2,000]( [The CityTri E-310 is billed as "the highest spec'd, most powerful electric trike under $2,000 in the world"]( Though cargo ebikes are shaping up as an eco-friendly alternative to the family car for short shopping trips, riders looking for more stability will doubtless appreciate a third wheel. Addmotor has just launched a 90-mile e-trike for under $2,000. [Read more]( Automotive [New rover-like Hyundai Santa Fe escapes city life for open adventure]( [Hyundai's Santa Fe XTR Concept takes ruggedness to the max]( Hyundai has dramatically reworked its Santa Fe midsize SUV into a more rugged all-wheeler. The new Santa Fe shows hard, squared panels, a stretched wheelbase, bulging fenders, and concept accessories that transform it into a full adventure machine. 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