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Using Piezoelectrics and Flexoelectricity to Power Electronic Devices

Much like humans, materials are capable of some pretty remarkable things when they're placed under pressure. In fact, under the right conditions, materials can even produce electricity. Driven by the vision of ou...

27 Jul 2009

Custom Cast Polyurethane Shapes and Parts Now Available from Dotmar

Dotmar recently expanded their product range to include custom cast polyurethane, stock shapes and parts. Dotmar is equipped with a versatile range of urethane processing machinery and knowledgeable staff for the production of high quality polyurethane products.

From Dotmar EPP Pty Ltd 27 Jul 2009

Researchers Learn How to Control the Ripples in Graphene Sheets

Graphene is nature's thinnest elastic material and displays exceptional mechanical and electronic properties. Its one-atom thickness, planar geometry, high current-carrying capacity and thermal conductivity make it ideally suited for further miniaturizing electronics through ultra-small devices and components for semiconductor circuits and computers.

27 Jul 2009

The Belgian Nanoelectronics Research Institute Extends Its Lab Significantly

The Belgian nanoelectronics research institute IMEC starts with the expansion of its research labs with 2,800m2 including the extension of its state-of-the-art clean room at its Leuven campus. With this extension, IMEC will expand its research on sub-32nm CMOS, on low-cost and high-efficiency solar cells, and on biomedical electronics. IMEC also plans to build a new office building starting later this year.

27 Jul 2009

Photo-Luminescent Exit Signs Use No Electricity

The new Eco Photo luminescent Exit Signs absorb and store ambient light, and are viewable from up to 100 feet without using electricity. In the event of an emergency with a blackout or smoky conditions this stored energy is immediately visible, creating a clearly recognizable, photo luminescent egress indicator.

27 Jul 2009