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Tool path optimization made fast tool servo machining with nanometer precision possible

Researchers developed a novel tool path generation method for driving an independently controlled fast tool servo (FTS) for freeform surface machining. Without necessity of trial and error, the method enables rapid manufacturing of high-precision freeform optics.

October 5, 2022 Read more

Engineers develop a new kind of shape-memory material

The ceramic-based material could be used for highly efficient actuators for aircraft or other uses, with minimal moving parts.

October 5, 2022 Read more

Magnetic nano mosaics

Physics team discovers new class of magnetic lattices.

October 5, 2022 Read more

Battery with nanomaterials made from seaweed powers confidence in sustainable energy storage

Researchers use nanomaterials made from seaweed to create a strong battery separator, paving the way for greener and more efficient energy storage.

October 5, 2022 Read more

Microscopic octopuses from a 3D printer

Although just cute little creatures at first glance, the microscopic geckos and octopuses fabricated by 3D laser printing could open up new opportunities in fields such as microrobotics or biomedicine.

October 4, 2022 Read more

Multi-organ chip detects dangerous nanoparticles

The new device detects interaction between nanoparticles and lung cells, the uptake of nanoparticles into the bloodstream and possible effects on the liver.

October 4, 2022 Read more

Artificial enzyme splits water

A new enzyme-like molecular catalyst for water oxidation spells progress on the path to sunlight-driven production of hydrogen.

October 3, 2022 Read more

Engineered surface atomic structures for next-generation electronics

Researchers revealed that the surface electronic structure of topological insulators varies according to its surface atomic structure, even though it was believed to have been protected by the symmetry of the electronic structure inside the crystal and is therefore unaffected by differences in surface atomic structure.

October 3, 2022 Read more

Combining 3D printing and carbon nanotube sensors for safer, cheaper flying

Researchers are developing embedded sensors that enable real-time monitoring of aircraft while in flight. The 3D-printed parts embedded with CNT fibres generate data that can then be used for monitoring the part.

October 1, 2022 Read more

Battery-free smart devices to harvest ambient energy for IoT

Power management systems that harvest ambient energy will power billions of small devices on the Internet of Things.

October 1, 2022 Read more

A nano-IR probe for proteins in liquid environments

A new technique using infrared (IR) light revealed how the self-assembly of proteins is affected by environmental conditions in a surrounding liquid.

October 1, 2022 Read more

Metastable states of floating crystals

Researchers are demonstrating how to trigger a transition from one state to another, either by rearranging the crystal or by controlling its growth.

September 30, 2022 Read more

Neural net computing in water

Researchers have developed an ionic circuit comprising hundreds of ionic transistors and performed a core process of neural net computing.

September 30, 2022 Read more

New type of nanomembrane can slash energy spent refining crude oil into fuel and plastic

Scientists have created a new type of nanomembrane that presents a less energy intensive way to fractionate hydrocarbons from crude oil.

September 30, 2022 Read more

Engineers develop ultra-strong aerogels with materials used in bullet-proof vests

Engineers have developed a new type of polymer aerogel materials with vast applicational values for diverse functional devices.

September 29, 2022 Read more

New light for shaping electron beams

A new technique that combines electron microscopy and laser technology enables programmable, arbitrary shaping of electron beams. It can potentially be used for optimizing electron optics and for adaptive electron microscopy, maximizing sensitivity while minimizing beam-induced damage.

September 29, 2022 Read more