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New atomic-scale understanding of catalysis could unlock massive energy savings

“In an advance they consider a breakthrough in computational chemistry research, University of Wisconsin–Madison chemical engineers have developed a model of how catalytic reactions work at the atomic scale. This understanding could allow engineers and chemists to develop more …

New Discovery Makes Cheap, Compact Lasers Possible

“Researchers from ITMO have demonstrated a novel technique for generation of laser radiation that utilizes perovskite metasurfaces. The solution will pave the way for next-gen lasers that are less than 100 nm thick and require significantly less energy. The invention …

New experiment translates quantum information between technologies in an important step for the quantum internet

“Researchers have discovered a way to “translate” quantum information between different kinds of quantum technologies. Researchers have discovered a way to “translate” quantum information between different kinds of quantum technologies, with significant implications for quantum computing, communication, and networking. The …

New imaging technology identifies material defects and composition in unprecedented detail

“The detector provides ultra-sensitive elemental and chemical composition analysis. A team of researchers at Los Alamos National Laboratory has developed a new Hyperspectral X-ray Imaging (HXI) detector that provides ultra-sensitive elemental and chemical composition analysis for a variety of materials …

New technology advances solar-cell production

“A microwave technology invented at Macquarie University will improve the manufacture of solar cells and make them easier to recycle. During the fabrication of solar panels, silicon goes through several high-temperature processes known as annealing. Currently the cells are cooked …

Novel ferroelectric material for the future of data storage solutions

“Since its discovery more than 100 years ago, ferroelectric materials still garner much attention in research due to their wide-ranging applications, from data storage to renewable energy systems. Ferroelectric materials can generate an electric field and offer several benefits, such …

Origami-Inspired Robots Can Sense, Analyze and Act in Challenging Environments

“Roboticists have been using a technique similar to the ancient art of paper folding to develop autonomous machines out of thin, flexible sheets. These lightweight robots are simpler and cheaper to make and more compact for easier storage and transport …

Renesas Cellular-to-Cloud Development Kits Now Connect Seamlessly to Microsoft Azure Cloud Services

“Azure-Certified Kits Featuring both RA and RX Families of 32-bit MCUs Enable Reliable and Secure End-to-End Cloud Solutions Renesas Electronics Corporation (TSE:6723), a premier supplier of advanced semiconductor solutions, today announced that its cellular-to-cloud development kits powered by Renesas …

Renesas Is First to Support Public Building Air Quality Standards in Environmental Sensors

“Renesas Electronics Corporation (TSE: 6723), a premier supplier of advanced semiconductor solutions, today announced new firmware for its industry-leading ZMOD digital air quality sensors. The latest firmware lets engineers configure the sensors to support various green air quality standards for …

Robotic hand can identify objects with just one grasp

“The three-fingered robotic gripper can “feel” with great sensitivity along the full length of each finger – not just at the tips. Inspired by the human finger, MIT researchers have developed a robotic hand that uses high-resolution touch sensing to accurately …