Across history, ancient civilizations crafted prototypes for many of the modern mechanisms that have become integral to ...

Similarly, the magnetic signal of ferromagnetic minerals can also sometimes change its direction but, unlike the compass needle, this ability depends on the temperature." ...

Scientists do believe the Moon had a magnetic field billions of years ago that was roughly comparable in strength to Earth’s, generated by a now-extinct molten core dynamo. This ancient field likely ...

A perfectly preserved ancient tree fossil offered scientists an unprecedented view into a moment 42,000 years ago when the Earth’s magnetic field went haywire.

Gyrocompass - A gyrocompass is a more advanced type of compass used in marine navigation. It uses a spinning wheel to provide a stable reference point for navigation, instead of relying on the Earth's ...

Ancient, giant magnetofossils, formed some 34-56 million years ago, took these magnetic properties to another level, forming unique shapes, including "giant bullets, spindles, and needles," which ...

Burned mud stones helped researchers reconstruct Earth’s ancient magnetic field and date artifacts from 17 biblical sites from across present-day Israel.