An early warning system for damage in composite materials
New mechanophore senses damage to fiber reinforced polymers.
Feb 19th, 2020
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Improving the electrical and mechanical properties of carbon-nanotube-based fibers
Researchers recently developed a technique that can be used to build carbon-nanotube-based fibers by creating chemical crosslinks; the technique improves the electrical and mechanical properties of these materials.
Feb 19th, 2020
Read moreTime-resolved measurement in a memory device
Researchers have measured the timing of single writing events in a novel magnetic memory device with a resolution of less than 100 picoseconds. Their results are relevant for the next generation of main memories based on magnetism.
Feb 19th, 2020
Read moreTopological materials outperform through quantum periodic motion
Scientists have discovered that applying vibrational motion in a periodic manner may be the key to preventing dissipations of the desired electron states that would make advanced quantum computing and spintronics possible.
Feb 18th, 2020
Read moreHighly sensitive sensors show promise in enhancing human touch
Ultrathin crack-based sensors operate on a principle similar to a spider's sense organ and display remarkable sensitivity to movement.
Feb 18th, 2020
Read moreUltrasound device improves charge time and run time in lithium batteries
A novel ultrasound-emitting device brings lithium metal batteries, or LMBs, one step closer to commercial viability. Although the research team focused on LMBs, the device can be used in any battery, regardless of chemistry.
Feb 18th, 2020
Read moreSupersensitive nanomaterials for DNA diagnostics and targeted drug delivery
Scientists have developed a smart material with unique properties, which holds promise for express DNA analysis and next-generation drugs against cancer and other serious diseases.
Feb 18th, 2020
Read moreFlat lens gets ahead of the optical curve
Researchers dotted metasurfaces with 600-nanometer-high silicon cylinders that alters the path and speed of light as it passes through them.
Feb 18th, 2020
Read moreCreating custom light using 2D materials
Scientists have discovered an entire class of two-dimensional materials that are the thickness of one or a few atoms. When combined together, these atomically thin crystals are capable of forming structures that emit customisable light in the desired colour.
Feb 18th, 2020
Read morePower sources for smart contact lenses
Researchers have demonstrated a multifunctional AC and/or DC power supply on soft, moist contact lenses.
Feb 18th, 2020
Read moreAir-powered generator creates electricity 'out of thin air'
Researchers have developed a device that uses a natural protein to create electricity from moisture in the air, a new technology they say could have significant implications for the future of renewable energy, climate change and in the future of medicine.
Feb 17th, 2020
Read moreFast-charging, long-running, bendy graphene energy storage breakthrough
A new bendable supercapacitor made from graphene, which charges quickly and safely stores a record-high level of energy for use over a long period.
Feb 17th, 2020
Read moreThe origins of roughness
Researchers investigate the origins of surface texture.
Feb 17th, 2020
Read moreLight moves spins around
Combining experiment and theory, researchers have disentangled how laser pulses can manipulate magnetization via ultrafast transfer of electrons between different atoms.
Feb 17th, 2020
Read moreNew nanocatalyst recycles greenhouse gases into fuel and hydrogen gas
Scientists have taken a major step toward a circular carbon economy by developing a long-lasting, economical catalyst that recycles greenhouse gases into ingredients that can be used in fuel, hydrogen gas, and other chemicals.
Feb 17th, 2020
Read moreVan der Waals magnets, a material for future semiconductors
Overcoming the limits of current magnetic materials, giving hope for development of next-generation semiconductors.
Feb 16th, 2020
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