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Nanopillars Promise Cheap, Efficient, Flexible Solar Cells
Researchers have grown dense
arrays of single-crystal
semiconductors arranged as
nanoscale pillars on
low-cost, aluminum foil
substrates. When the
... > full story
Solar Power: New SunCatcher Power System Ready For Commercial Production In 2010
Four newly designed highly
efficient solar power
collection dishes will be
used in commercial-scale
deployments beginning in
... > full story
Material World: Graphene's Versatility Promises New Applications
Since its discovery a few
years ago, graphene has
climbed to the top of the
heap of new materials poised
to transform the electronics
... > full story
Robo-bats With Metal Muscles May Be Next Generation Of Remote Control Flyers
Tiny flying machines can be
used for everything from
indoor surveillance to
exploring collapsed
buildings, but simply making
... > full story
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Device Makes Objects Invisible In Certain Light Conditions
July 8, 2009 — Scientists have designed a device, called a dc metamaterial, which makes objects invisible under certain light – very low frequency electromagnetic waves - by making the inside of the magnetic ... > full story -
How Strain At Grain Boundaries Suppresses High-temperature Superconductivity
July 8, 2009 — Researchers have discovered that a reduction in mechanical strain at the boundaries of crystal grains can significantly improve the performance of high-temperature ... > full story -
Physicists Find Way To Control Individual Bits In Quantum Computers
July 7, 2009 — Physicists have overcome a hurdle in quantum computer development, having devised a viable way to manipulate a single "bit" in a quantum processor without disturbing the information stored in its ... > full story -
Inexpensive Thin Printable Batteries Developed
July 5, 2009 — For a long time, batteries were bulky and heavy. Now, a new cutting-edge battery is revolutionizing the field. It is thinner than a millimeter, lighter than a gram, and can be produced ... > full story -
Optical Computer Closer: Optical Transistor Made From Single Molecule
July 3, 2009 — Researchers have successfully created an optical transistor from a single molecule. This has brought them one step closer to an optical ... > full story -
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Lighting Revolution Forecast By Top Scientist
July 2, 2009 — New developments in a substance which emits brilliant light could lead to a revolution in lighting for the home and office in five years, claims a leading UK materials scientist. The source of the ... > full story -
Quantum Communications One Step Closer: Novel Ion Trap For Sensing Force And Light Developed
July 1, 2009 — A novel ion trap could usher in a new generation of applications, because the device holds promise as a stylus for sensing very small forces or for an interface for efficient transfer of individual ... > full story -
Breakthrough In Development Of Tiny Biological Fuel Cells
July 1, 2009 — Researchers have developed a successful way to grow molecular wire brushes that conduct electrical charges, a first step in developing biological fuel cells that could power pacemakers, cochlear ... > full story -
Making Nanoparticles In Artificial Cells
June 27, 2009 — Two processes can be used to control the size of nanoparticles, which could serve as tiny light ... > full story -
New 'Electronic Glue' Promises Less Expensive Semiconductors
June 24, 2009 — Researchers have developed an "electronic glue" that could accelerate advances in semiconductor-based technologies, including solar cells and thermoelectric devices that convert sun light and waste ... > full story
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