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Scientists Bring One of the World’s Most Important Artificial Materials Back in Vogue

One of the world's most important artificial materials is back in vogue because scientists are harnessing its properties for new and diverse future applications such as space navigation and farming.

20 Jan 2023

New Color-Shifting Strategy in Lasers Using Ionic Liquids' Vibrational Frequency

Lasers are intense beams of colored light. Depending on their color and other properties, they can scan your groceries, cut through metal, eradicate tumors, and even trigger nuclear fusion

20 Jan 2023

Using Light to Control the Mechanically Interlocked Molecule

Catalysts boost chemical reactions from our bodies to the industrial production of compounds and controlled fuel combustion in the car.

5 Jan 2023

New Technology Captures Spectral Images to Reveal Chemical Makeup of Materials

A new visualization technology that captures spectral images of materials in the mid-infrared part of the electromagnetic spectrum has been developed by scientists at the University of California, Irvine.

5 Jan 2023

Researchers Develop an Optical Chip to Train Machine Learning Hardware

A multi-institution research team has developed an optical chip that can train machine learning hardware.

23 Nov 2022

Silicon Photonic Microelectromechanical Systems Take an Important Step Forward in Technology Maturity

In recent years, global digitalization has seen unprecedented acceleration. Video streaming and video conferencing in home office and remote learning settings has resulted in a spike in residential broadband usage.

8 Nov 2022

Researchers Design Ultra-Miniaturized Spectrometer with High Accuracy and Resolution

Spectrometers are widely used throughout industry and research to detect and analyse light. Spectrometers measure the spectrum of light – its strength at different wavelengths, like the colours in a rainbow – and are an essential tool for identifying and analysing specimens and materials.

21 Oct 2022

Researchers Create a Spray-Coated Quasi-2D Perovskite Hemispherical Photodetector

Photodetectors are useful because they convert photons into electrical signals. However, certain shortcomings in terms of wide-angle imaging for spherical-shaped photo sensors have been reported. The study published in the journal Nature Communications discusses a novel 2D quasi-perovskite hemispherical photonic sensor optimized for wide-angle imagery.

19 Oct 2022

New Surface Cleaning Technique Enables High-Quality Aluminum Nitride Production

A team of Cornell scientists is revealing the complete potential of aluminum nitride, a crucial material for the progress of electronics and photonics, through the creation of a surface cleaning approach that allows for high-quality production.

6 Oct 2022

Algae-Powered Soft Devices Glow During the Night When Subjected to Mechanical Stress

Researchers at the University of California San Diego have developed soft devices containing algae that glow in the dark when experiencing mechanical stress, such as being squished, stretched, twisted or bent. The devices do not require any electronics to light up, making them an ideal choice for building soft robots that explore the deep sea and other dark environments, researchers said.

22 Sep 2022

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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.

Photonics News

Scientists Bring One of the World’s Most Important Artificial Materials Back in Vogue

New Color-Shifting Strategy in Lasers Using Ionic Liquids' Vibrational Frequency

Using Light to Control the Mechanically Interlocked Molecule

New Technology Captures Spectral Images to Reveal Chemical Makeup of Materials

Researchers Develop an Optical Chip to Train Machine Learning Hardware

Silicon Photonic Microelectromechanical Systems Take an Important Step Forward in Technology Maturity

Researchers Design Ultra-Miniaturized Spectrometer with High Accuracy and Resolution

Researchers Create a Spray-Coated Quasi-2D Perovskite Hemispherical Photodetector

New Surface Cleaning Technique Enables High-Quality Aluminum Nitride Production

Algae-Powered Soft Devices Glow During the Night When Subjected to Mechanical Stress

How can Charge Photometry be Used for Battery Screening and Development?

Comparing Computed Radiography and Digital Detector Arrays

How the RSC is Empowering the Future of Chemical Sciences

ATS Series 3110/3210 - Lab Furnaces

Revontium™: Compact XRF Spectrometer

UV Cure Dielectric Sensor: Precision Monitoring for UV Cured Resins with Quick-Connect Fixture

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Observation of Paraffin Wax Crystallization in Lubricating Oils Using Scanning Electron Microscopy

Enhancing Lithium Iron Phosphate Battery Efficiency

How Isolation Works in a Simple Mass-Spring-Damper System

Fiber Orientation and Distribution Measurement in a Composite Polymer

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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How can Charge Photometry be Used for Battery Screening and Development?

Comparing Computed Radiography and Digital Detector Arrays

How the RSC is Empowering the Future of Chemical Sciences

1Overcoming Challenges in Solid-State Sodium Battery Production

2Transforming Carbon Dioxide and Lignin Into Biodegradable Polymers

3A Greener Way of Producing Ammonia

4Advancement of 3D Printing with New Plastic Coating

5New Recipes for Improved Battery Materials

6Making Stronger and Safer Lithium Batteries

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