Liquids that can move on their own
Scientists are harnessing the power of swirling cellular proteins to create self-propelling fluids.
Feb 23rd, 2021
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The magic angle of twisted graphene
Researchers report hyperspectral optical images, generated by a nano-Raman spectroscope, of the crystal superlattice in reconstructed (low-angle) twisted bilayer graphene.
Feb 23rd, 2021
Read moreSpintronics: New manufacturing process makes crystalline microstructures universally usable
New storage and information technology requires new higher performance materials. One of these materials is yttrium iron garnet, which has special magnetic properties. Thanks to a new process, it can now be transferred to any material.
Feb 23rd, 2021
Read moreTerahertz imaging of graphene paves the way to industrialisation
Terahertz spectroscopy penetrates graphene films allowing scientists to make detailed maps of their electrical quality, without damaging or contaminating the material.
Feb 23rd, 2021
Read moreGraphene oxide membranes could reduce paper industry energy costs
Paper industry wastewater recycling is among the most energy-intensive chemical processes in the world. Researchers have found a method to engineer membranes made from graphene oxide that allow water to get through it much faster than through conventional membranes and, in the process, can save the paper industry more than 30% in energy costs of water separation.
Feb 22nd, 2021
Read morePolymer film protects from electromagnetic radiation, signal interference
Engineers describe a flexible film using a quasi-one-dimensional nanomaterial filler that combines excellent electromagnetic shielding with ease of manufacture.
Feb 22nd, 2021
Read moreCSI Solid-State: The fingerprints of quantum effects
In solid-state physics the precise interactions of electrons are analyzed in meticulous detective work to ultimately gain a better understanding of fundamental physical phenomena.
Feb 22nd, 2021
Read moreSilver and gold nanowires open the way to better electrochromic devices
Researchers have developed a new approach with a cost-effective and easy electrode fabrication that is completely ITO-free.
Feb 22nd, 2021
Read moreNew 'metalens' shifts focus without tilting or moving
The design may enable miniature zoom lenses for drones, cellphones, or night-vision goggles.
Feb 22nd, 2021
Read moreA sponge to soak up carbon dioxide in the air
A promising technology under development for negative emissions technologies is carbon capture using a material called a MOF, or metal-organic framework.
Feb 22nd, 2021
Read moreMagnetic effect without a magnet
Scientists have made a surprising discovery: an exotic metal made of cerium, bismuth and palladium was examined and a giant Hall effect was found to be produced by the material, in the total absence of any magnetic field.
Feb 22nd, 2021
Read moreConcept for a new storage medium
Physicists have proposed an innovative new data storage medium. The technique is based on specific properties of antiferromagnetic materials that had previously resisted experimental examination.
Feb 22nd, 2021
Read moreAttachable skin monitors that wick the sweat away
A silicone membrane for wearable devices is more comfortable and breathable thanks to better-sized pores made with the help of citric acid crystals.
Feb 22nd, 2021
Read moreOptical frequency combs found a new dimension
Scientists have demonstrated the generation of tunable and coherent frequency combs in a pair of hybridized optical microresonators.
Feb 21st, 2021
Read moreResearchers create 'beautiful marriage' of quantum enemies
Using nitride-based materials, researchers created a material structure that simultaneously exhibits superconductivity - in which electrical resistance vanishes completely - and the quantum Hall effect, which produces resistance with extreme precision when a magnetic field is applied.
Feb 20th, 2021
Read moreThe future of electronics is stretchy (w/video)
Researchers have developed a material and fabrication process that can rapidly make these devices stretchier, more durable, and closer to being ready for mass manufacturing.
Feb 20th, 2021
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