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Energy Harvester Generates Electricity from Inside Tyres

A new technology that could see tyres generate electricity whilst driving is being developed by engineers in Japan.

2 Aug 2019

Scientists Reveal New Structure in Gold that Exists at Extreme States

In high-pressure experiments, gold is a very important material, and in static diamond anvil cell experiments, it is regarded as the “gold standard” for evaluating pressure.

31 Jul 2019

Strain Gradient in Solar Cells Could Improve Solar Energy Conversion Efficiency

Solar cells and light-sensing technologies could be rendered more efficient by leveraging a unique property that results from defects and deformations in their structures.

30 Jul 2019

Demonstration of Charge Mobility Mechanism in Organic Single Crystal

Charge-conducting organic materials could be used in many inspiring applications, including low-cost solar cells and flexible electronic devices.

25 Jul 2019

Researchers Report New Valley Acoustoelectric Effect in 2D Materials

Scientists at the Center for Theoretical Physics of Complex Systems (PCS), within the Institute for Basic Science (IBS, South Korea), and teammates have described a new phenomenon, known as Valley Acoustoelectric Effect, which occurs in 2D materials, like graphene.

24 Jul 2019

Understanding Susceptibility of Additively Manufactured Materials to Degradation

Southwest Research Institute together with The University of Texas at San Antonio is working to gain insights into the vulnerability of additively manufactured materials to hydrogen embrittlement, a general issue that can result in mechanical hardware breaking down and losing functionality.

23 Jul 2019

New 2D Perovskite Material has Metal-Like Conductive States at Edges

Scientists have discovered a new category of 2D perovskite materials with edges that are conductive like metals and cores that are insulating.

18 Jul 2019

Crystalline ‘Artificial Muscle’ Makes Paper Doll Do Sit-Ups (Video)

Scary movies about dolls that can move, like Anabelle and Chucky, are popular at theaters this summer. Meanwhile, a much less menacing animated doll has chemists talking.

18 Jul 2019

A QBD Approach to Continuous Tablet Manufacture

The pharmaceutical industry is looking to continuous processing to enhance production efficiency and product quality, in line with guidance from the regulatory agencies.

From Freeman Technology 17 Jul 2019

GaSb/AlAsSb APDs Advance X-ray and Gamma-ray Detection

Recently, researchers from University of California at Los Angeles have advanced the technology by creating a new type of detectors to sense X-rays and gamma-rays.

17 Jul 2019

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.

Materials Analysis News

Energy Harvester Generates Electricity from Inside Tyres

Scientists Reveal New Structure in Gold that Exists at Extreme States

Strain Gradient in Solar Cells Could Improve Solar Energy Conversion Efficiency

Demonstration of Charge Mobility Mechanism in Organic Single Crystal

Researchers Report New Valley Acoustoelectric Effect in 2D Materials

Understanding Susceptibility of Additively Manufactured Materials to Degradation

New 2D Perovskite Material has Metal-Like Conductive States at Edges

Crystalline ‘Artificial Muscle’ Makes Paper Doll Do Sit-Ups (Video)

A QBD Approach to Continuous Tablet Manufacture

GaSb/AlAsSb APDs Advance X-ray and Gamma-ray Detection

Advancing Solid-State Battery Research

Harnessing AI to Enhance Polymer Sustainability

Understanding Thermal Fluids: Key Insights into Heat Transfer Systems

RXT Series: Reliance® Legacy Motors

Accurate Inline 3D Metrology with the InSight 300

Benchtop micro-XRF System for the Elemental Analysis of Samples

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An Introduction to Integrated Passive Devices (IPDs)

Physical testing for 3D Printed Medical Products – Innovations Require New Test Methods

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?

Materials Analysis News

Advancing Solid-State Battery Research

Harnessing AI to Enhance Polymer Sustainability

Understanding Thermal Fluids: Key Insights into Heat Transfer Systems

1New Material “Kramers Nodal Line Metal” Paves Way for Low-Energy Tech

2Engineers Make a Big Splash, Turning Water Treatment Sludge Into Sustainable Concrete and Solving Two Expensive Problems

3Harvard Engineers Develop Super-Resistant Natural Rubber for Enhanced Durability

4The Plastics Industry Discusses Regulatory Challenges in Valencia at OKPLAST Seminar

5Breakthrough Metal Alloy Withstands Extreme Heat in Gas Turbines

6Machine Learning Unlocks Carbyne’s Potential as a Highly Sensitive Sensor

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