Unlocking Energy Potential: The Breakthrough of Layered Crystal Technology
Scientists are unlocking the secrets of halide perovskites -- a material that's poised to reshape our future by bringing us closer to a new age of energy-efficient optoelectronics. Two physics professors are studying the material at the nanoscale: a place where objects are invisible to the naked eye. At this level, the extraordinary properties of
Reinventing the Art of Chain Mail: A Modern Perspective
Experiments have yielded a fascinating new type of matter, neither granular nor crystalline, that responds to some stresses as a fluid would and to others like a solid. The new material, known as PAM (for polycatenated architected materials) could have uses in areas ranging from helmets and other protective gear to biomedical devices and robotics.
Unlocking Energy Potential: The Breakthrough of Layered Crystal Technology
Scientists are unlocking the secrets of halide perovskites -- a material that's poised to reshape our future by bringing us closer to a new age of energy-efficient optoelectronics. Two physics professors are studying the material at the nanoscale: a place where objects are invisible to the naked eye. At this level, the extraordinary properties of
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Unlocking Energy Potential: The Breakthrough of Layered Crystal Technology
Scientists are unlocking the secrets of halide perovskites -- a material that's poised to reshape our future by bringing us closer to a new age of energy-efficient optoelectronics. Two physics professors are studying the material at the nanoscale: a place where objects are invisible to the naked eye. At this level, the extraordinary properties of
Revolutionizing Wireless Communication: The Power of Electromagnetic Waves and Quantum Materials
A team of researchers has developed innovative methods to enhance frequency conversion of terahertz (THz) waves in graphene-based structures, unlocking new potential for faster, more efficient technologies in wireless communication and signal processing. A team of researchers from the University of Ottawa has developed innovative methods to enhance frequency conversion of terahertz (THz) waves in
Reinventing the Art of Chain Mail: A Modern Perspective
Experiments have yielded a fascinating new type of matter, neither granular nor crystalline, that responds to some stresses as a fluid would and to others like a solid. The new material, known as PAM (for polycatenated architected materials) could have uses in areas ranging from helmets and other protective gear to biomedical devices and robotics.
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Revolutionary Electrohydraulic Wearable Technology Delivers Unmatched Haptic Experiences
Scientists have invented compact wearable devices that deliver rich, expressive, and pleasant tactile sensations that go far beyond the buzzing vibrations of today's consumer devices. Human skin can feel a wide variety of sensations, such as a gentle squeeze, quick taps, or the thud-thud of a heartbeat. In contrast, phones, game controllers, and watches often
Flowing Together: The Elegant Dance Within Glassy Liquids
Researchers used computer simulations to determine the mechanisms that control the temperature dependence of molecular dynamics in a glassy supercooled liquid. This work may lead to higher-quality glass production at lower cost. Glass might seem to be an ordinary material we encounter every day, but the physics at play inside are actually quite complex and
Affordable Solutions Enhancing Communication Between Industrial Machinery
Researchers have found a low-power, inexpensive way for large numbers of devices, such as machines in factories and equipment in labs, to share information by efficiently using signals at untapped high frequencies. The technology is an advanced version of a device that transmits data in a wireless system, commonly known as a tag. Researchers have
Unveiling the Future: How Cutting-Edge Drone Technology Reveals the Mysteries of an Ancient Bronze Age Fortress in the Caucasus
An academic has used drone mapping to investigate a 3000-year-old 'mega fortress' in the Caucasus mountains, revealing details that re-shape understanding of the site and contribute to a global reassessment of ancient settlement growth and urbanism. A Cranfield University, UK, academic has used drone mapping to investigate a 3000-year-old 'mega fortress' in the Caucasus mountains.
Unearthing the Future: How Cutting-Edge Drone Technology Reveals the Mysteries of a Bronze Age Fortress in the Caucasus
An academic has used drone mapping to investigate a 3000-year-old 'mega fortress' in the Caucasus mountains, revealing details that re-shape understanding of the site and contribute to a global reassessment of ancient settlement growth and urbanism. A Cranfield University, UK, academic has used drone mapping to investigate a 3000-year-old 'mega fortress' in the Caucasus mountains.
Thriving in Icy Environments: Unlocking Peak Performance
Most solids expand as temperatures increase and shrink as they cool. Some materials do the opposite, expanding in the cold. Lithium titanium phosphate is one such substance and could provide a solution to the problem of steeply declining performance of lithium-ion batteries in cold environments. Scientists have now demonstrated its suitability for use in electrodes
Navigating Towards a Smarter Tomorrow: The Promise of Autonomous Vehicles
Researchers focus on enhancing the aerodynamic performance of autonomous vehicles by reducing drag induced by externally mounted sensors such as cameras and light detection and ranging instruments. After establishing an automated computational platform, they combined the experimental design with a substitute model and an optimization algorithm to improve the structural shapes of AV sensors. They
Envisioning a Sustainable Tomorrow: The Green Revolution in Antibiotic Development
Goji berries are a ubiquitous superfood known for a multitude of health benefits, including their antibiotic properties. Researchers have now found an effective way to harvest silver nanoparticles from these berries. They created the nanoparticles by drying, grinding, and then filtering the goji berries to create an extract. Then, they added chemical silver nitrate (AgNO3)
Harnessing AI to Accelerate Methane Reduction Efforts in Livestock Farming
A new study reveals that generative Artificial Intelligence (AI) can help expedite the search for solutions to reduce enteric methane emissions caused by cows in animal agriculture, which accounts for about 33 percent of U.S. agriculture and 3 percent of total U.S. greenhouse gas emissions. A new study from USDA's Agricultural Research Service (ARS) and
Revolutionizing Food Preservation: How AI is Transforming Drying Techniques for Superior Quality and Efficiency
Food drying is a common process for preserving many types of food, including fruits and meat; however, drying can alter the food's quality and nutritional value. In recent years, researchers have developed precision techniques that use optical sensors and AI to facilitate more efficient drying. A new study discusses three emerging smart drying techniques, providing
From Rubbish to Riches: Transforming Industrial Waste into Energy Storage Solutions
As more products begin to depend on battery-based energy storage systems, shifting away from metal-based solutions will be critical to facilitating the green energy transition. Now, a team has transformed an organic industrial-scale waste product into an efficient storage agent for sustainable energy solutions that can one day be applied at much larger scales. The
Exploring the Fascinating Parallel: How Pluto and Charon’s Formation Mirrors Our Earth-Moon Relationship
A researcher has used advanced models that indicate that the formation of Pluto and Charon may parallel that of the Earth-Moon system. Both systems include a moon that is a large fraction of the size of the main body, unlike other moons in the solar system. The scenario also could support Pluto's active geology and
