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Researchers Developing Technology to Convert Farm Waste into Energy

State and foundation grants exceeding $3 million will assist Michigan State University researchers in developing technology for smaller farms to turn animal waste into usable heat, electricity and other valuable products.

17 Oct 2008

Research Group Develop New 3D Optical Method Offering High Resolution Anisotropic Fluid Imaging

Charles Rosenblatt, professor of physics and macromolecular science at Case Western Reserve University, and his research group have developed a method of 3D optical imaging of anisotropic fluids such liquid crystals, wit...

17 Oct 2008

New Transformation Optics to Harness Nanotechnology to Radically Advance Optical Technologies

A new research field called transformation optics may usher in a host of radical advances including a cloak of invisibility and ultra-powerful microscopes and computers by harnessing nanotechnology and "metamaterials."

17 Oct 2008

Goodrich Receives U.S. Navy Contract to Provide Sonar Domes for Surface Combat Ships

Goodrich Corporation has received a contract from the Naval Surface Warfare Center-Crane, IN to provide sonar domes for U.S. Navy surface combat ships. The five-year Indefinite Delivery, Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) contra...

17 Oct 2008

Sandia Researcher Receives Popular Mechanics Breakthrough Innovator Award

The award recognizes a solar-to-grid system conversion efficiency record the SES Serial #3 solar dish Stirling system beat in January 2008 at Sandia’s National Solar Thermal Test facility. The existing 1984 record of 29.4 percent was toppled by the new 31.25 percent net efficiency record.

17 Oct 2008

Chinese Premier Discuss Future of Scientific Development for China

During a two-hour meeting with the editor-in-chief of the journal Science, Chinese Premier Wen Jiabao expressed hope for increasing investment in basic research, reducing energy consumption by 4 percent annually as econo...

17 Oct 2008

New Solar Energy Material Overcomes All Obstacles to Produce Maximum Energy

Researchers have created a new material that overcomes two of the major obstacles to solar power: it absorbs all the energy contained in sunlight, and generates electrons in a way that makes them easier to capture. O...

17 Oct 2008

The Latest Advances in Solid State Hydrogen Storage

Central to the development of hydrogen as a major alternative energy source is its safe, efficient and viable storage. In order to benefit from the highly efficient and low emission producing fuel cell consideration need...

17 Oct 2008

Biologically Inspired Textiles - Using Nature to Create Better Textiles

We are all aware that advances are being made in the textile industry, clothes
are lighter and ironing is minimal but were you aware that these advances have
been made not only from the discovery of new materials but nature has also played
a part.

17 Oct 2008

Photosynthetic Wonders Acquires Advantageous Genes to Thrive in Today's Oceans

Diatoms, mighty microscopic algae, have profound influence on climate, producing 20 percent of the oxygen we breathe by capturing atmospheric carbon and in so doing, countering the greenhouse effect.

16 Oct 2008

Editorial Highlights

The Current State of the Global Semiconductor Market

The global semiconductor market has entered an exciting period. Demand for chip technology is both driving the industry as well as hindering it, with current chip shortages predicted to last for some time. Current trends will likely shape the future of the industry, which is set to continue to show

How are Graphene Batteries Made?

The primary distinction between graphene-based batteries and solid-state batteries lies in the composition of either electrode. Although the cathode is commonly changed, carbon allotropes can also be employed in fabricating anodes.

What Role Will The IoT Play In The Electric Vehicle Industry?

In recent years, the IoT is rapidly being introduced into almost all sectors, but it has particular importance in the EV industry.

Energy News

Researchers Developing Technology to Convert Farm Waste into Energy

Research Group Develop New 3D Optical Method Offering High Resolution Anisotropic Fluid Imaging

New Transformation Optics to Harness Nanotechnology to Radically Advance Optical Technologies

Goodrich Receives U.S. Navy Contract to Provide Sonar Domes for Surface Combat Ships

Sandia Researcher Receives Popular Mechanics Breakthrough Innovator Award

Chinese Premier Discuss Future of Scientific Development for China

New Solar Energy Material Overcomes All Obstacles to Produce Maximum Energy

The Latest Advances in Solid State Hydrogen Storage

Biologically Inspired Textiles - Using Nature to Create Better Textiles

Photosynthetic Wonders Acquires Advantageous Genes to Thrive in Today's Oceans

Understanding Cryogenics and Vibration Isolation in Scientific Instruments

Eliminating Contaminants: How Advanced Analytics Improve Battery Quality

The Future of Battery Diagnostics

How the PDM3700 Helps You Stay Compliant with Real-Time Dust Monitoring

RXT Series: Reliance® Legacy Motors

SM-92100EUVC: Excimer UV Cleaner

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Nondestructive Testing of Automotive Parts for Advanced Driver-Assistance Systems

Key Considerations for Raman Analysis in Hazardous Zones

Optimizing Laboratory Efficiency Through In-House Acid Purification

Proven Reliability for ABB’s Triple Isotope Analyzer in Independent Testing

Editorial Highlights

The Current State of the Global Semiconductor Market

How are Graphene Batteries Made?

What Role Will The IoT Play In The Electric Vehicle Industry?

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Understanding Cryogenics and Vibration Isolation in Scientific Instruments

Eliminating Contaminants: How Advanced Analytics Improve Battery Quality

The Future of Battery Diagnostics

1Rave Scientific Named Exclusive U.S. Distributor for NanoMEGAS Advanced TEM Solutions

2Scientists Turn CO₂ Into High-Performance Fuels Using Nickel Catalyst

3AIMPLAS Improves Recycling of Multilayer Plastic Materials to Reintroduce Them into the Value Chain Through Faster and More Sustainable Processes

4Advanced Ion-Selective Membranes Boost Clean Energy Systems

5Biodegradable Plastics May Help Pea Plants Grow by Boosting Soil Microbes

6HKRITA and Epson Develop Silk-Like Regenerated Fiber from Cotton

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