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Microscopic 3D-Printed Sensors Respond to Air Chemistry with Visible Changes

Photonics Media   -   Scientific News Websites

Using direct laser writing (DLW) and optically responsive polymers, researchers at Trinity College Dublin and the Advanced Materials and Bioengineering Research Centre (AMBER) built miniature photonic sensors that change color in response to solve...

Sep 28, 2021

Will twisted superconducting flakes make better components for quantum computers?

ScienceDaily   -   General News Websites

Researchers have found a way to make 'single-crystal flake' devices that are so thin and free of defects, they have the potential to outperform components used today in quantum computer circuits.

Sep 28, 2021

Will twisted superconducting flakes make better components for quantum computers?

Phys.org   -   Scientific News Websites

Researchers at the University of Bath in the UK have found a way to make 'single-crystal flake' devices that are so thin and free of defects, they have the potential to outperform components used today in quantum computer circuits.

Sep 28, 2021

A technique to create sub-10-nm graphene nanoribbons from squashed carbon nanotubes

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Graphene nanoribbons (GNRs) are narrow and long strips of graphene with widths below 100 nm. GNRs that have smooth edges, a sizable bandgap and high charge carrier mobility could be highly valuable for a wide range of electronic and optoelectronic...

Sep 28, 2021

Time-temperature–integrating optical sensors based on gradient colloidal crystals

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Due to their iridescent colors, opals have been considered particularly precious gemstones since antiquity. The way these stones shimmer is caused by their nanostructures. A research group led by Prof. Dr. Markus Retsch at the University of Bayreu...

Sep 28, 2021

Researchers Simulate Hydrogen Storage Efficiency of Silicon Carbide Nanotubes

AZoNano   -   Nanotechnology Websites

Hydrogen energy has the potential to meet the United Nations net zero emissions target; however, its industrial application has been stalled by the control and storage difficulties. The graph shows...

Sep 28, 2021

3D nano-inks push industry boundaries

chemeurope.com   -   Scientific News Websites

Mechanical engineering researchers at Michigan Technological University have created a way to make a 3D-printable nanocomposite polymeric ink that uses carbon nanotubes (CNTs) — known for their high tensile strength and lightness. This revolution...

Sep 28, 2021

Silicon-Carbide Nanotubes: New Study Reveals Relations Between Hydrogen and Its Storage, Bringing the Energy Into Daily Use

Science Times   -   Scientific News Websites

Hydrogen energy is potentially a key measure to meet the United Nations net zero emissions target, although its industrial function has been stalled by the hardship in both its handling and storage.

Sep 28, 2021

Quantum computing hits the desktop, no cryo-cooling required

New Atlas   -   Scientific News Websites

Superconducting quantum computers are huge and incredibly finicky machines at this point. They need to be isolated from anything that might knock an electron's spin off and ruin a calculation. That includes mechanical isolation, in extreme va...

Sep 28, 2021

Anker's one-day sale knocks up to 45 percent off portable batteries and chargers

Engadget   -   General News Websites

Amazon's latest one-day sale on Anker devices presents a good opportunity to grab a charging brick for that new iPhone you just bought. The sale includes up to 45 percent off a handful of Anker accessories, including the Nano 20W charger in t...

Sep 27, 2021

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