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New graphene applications: Ultra-fast photodetector and terahertz generator

Photodetectors made with graphene can process and conduct both light signals and electric signals extremely fast. Upon optical stimulation, graphene generates a photocurrent within picoseconds. Until now, none of the available methods were fast enough to measure these processes in graphene. Scientists have now developed a method to measure the temporal dynamics of this photo current.

Jan 31st, 2012

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DARPA is developing virtual reality contact lenses

Currently being developed by DARPA researchers at Washington-based Innovega iOptiks are contact lenses that enhance normal vision by allowing a wearer to view virtual and augmented reality images without the need for bulky apparatus.

Jan 31st, 2012

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No future without scarce metals

Empa researchers and representatives from industry explained at the "Technology Briefing" why scarce metals are essential for many key technologies and how an impending scarcity might be avoided.

Jan 31st, 2012

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