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Researchers analyze surface properties of spider webs

Researchers have analyzed the surface properties of the Linothele fallax spider's silk and how they affect the properties of the material as a whole. The study demonstrates that spider web can be used in both surgery and food packaging.

Nov 30th, 2021

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How to turn ultrathin silicon black?

Researchers have discovered how to greatly enhance the optical absorption of (ultra)thin silicon films using a nanostructured backreflector. This is relevant for device applications in ultrathin solar cells, photodiode detectors, and CCD chips in cameras.

Nov 30th, 2021

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Compact 3D laser nanoprinters for the desktop

3D laser printers for 3-dimensional microstructures and nanostructures have required big and expensive laser systems so far. Researchers now use two-step absorption that works with inexpensive and small, blue laser diodes. As a result, much smaller printers can be made.

Nov 30th, 2021

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New discovery opens the way for brain-like computers

Scientists have succeeded for the first time in combining a memory function with a calculation function in the same component. The discovery opens the way for more efficient technologies, everything from mobile phones to self-driving cars.

Nov 30th, 2021

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