Squeezing out opal-like colors by the mile (w/video)
Researchers have invented a way to make such sheets on industrial scales, opening up applications ranging from smart clothing for people or buildings, to banknote security.
Jun 3rd, 2016
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Scientists experimentally confirm electron model in complex molecules
Scientists verify a model describing the distribution of delocalized electrons in molecules.
Jun 3rd, 2016
Read moreMeta-lens works in the visible spectrum, sees smaller than a wavelength of light
High efficiency ultra-thin planar lens could replace heavy, bulky lenses in smart phones, cameras and telescopes.
Jun 2nd, 2016
Read moreNanotubes' 'stuffing' as is
Researchers examined different types of carbon nanotubes' 'stuffing' and classified them according to the influence on the properties of the nanotubes.
Jun 2nd, 2016
Read moreDentin nanostructures - a super-natural phenomenon
Dentin is one of the most durable biological materials in the human body. Researchers were able to show that the reason for this can be traced to its nanostructures and specifically to the interactions between the organic and inorganic components.
Jun 2nd, 2016
Read moreTiny lasers enable next-gen microprocessors to run faster, less power-hungry
Scientists were able to fabricate tiny lasers directly on silicon - a huge breakthrough for the semiconductor industry and well beyond.
Jun 2nd, 2016
Read moreGraphene device could substantially increase the energy efficiency of fossil fuel-powered cars
The nano-device, known as a 'ballistic rectifier', is able to convert heat which would otherwise be wasted from the car exhaust and engine body into a useable electrical current.
Jun 2nd, 2016
Read moreProgrammable materials find strength in molecular repetition
Synthetic proteins based on those found in a variety of squid species' ring teeth may lead the way to self-healing polymers carefully constructed for specific toughness and stretchability that might have applications in textiles, cosmetics and medicine.
Jun 2nd, 2016
Read moreResearchers mimic butterfly wing nanostructures for compact new technology
Inspired by the intricate structure of a butterfly wing, researchers have developed a technique that could be used to make more brilliant computer screens.
Jun 2nd, 2016
Read moreMagnetic memory - Keeping cool with graphene
The unusual thermal properties of graphene could help increase the storage capacity of magnetic memory.
Jun 2nd, 2016
Read moreOff the beaten track
An unusual silicon-rich alloy offers enhanced channeling of light for optical computer chips.
Jun 2nd, 2016
Read moreA switch for light wave electronics
Attosecond physics shows light-induced sub-atomic movement of electrons.
Jun 2nd, 2016
Read moreNanoparticles to replace rare-earth elements in permanent magnets
Scientists have reported a new way to make nanoparticles that could replace some rare-earth materials and help ensure the continued supply of products people have come to depend on.
Jun 1st, 2016
Read moreSingle-molecule nanocars taken for a rough ride
Researchers found in recent tests that driving their vehicles in ambient conditions - exposed to open air, rather than a vacuum - got dicey after a time because the hydrophobic single-molecule cars stuck to the 'road' and created what amounted to large speed bumps.
Jun 1st, 2016
Read moreActuators inspired by muscle
The new actuators could pave the way for entirely soft-bodied robots that are safer than their conventional rigid counterparts .
Jun 1st, 2016
Read moreMolecular wave of nanosized metal oxide catalyst
Mechanistic studies revealed formation of catalytically active species due to partial dissolution of metal oxide in the reaction mixture and generation of soluble metal complexes.
Jun 1st, 2016
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