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New spin control method brings billion-qubit quantum chips closer

“Discovery of previously unknown effect makes compact, ultra-fast control of spin qubits possible. UNSW Sydney engineers have discovered a new way of precisely controlling single electrons nestled in quantum dots that run logic gates. The new mechanism is also less …

New UCF-developed Battery Could Prevent Post-hurricane Electric Vehicle Fires

“The technology replaces the volatile and highly flammable organic solvents found in electric vehicle lithium-ion batteries with saltwater to create a safer and more efficient battery. A University of Central Florida researcher has developed technology that could prevent electric vehicle …

Now on the molecular scale: electric motors

“Electric vehicles, powered by macroscopic electric motors, are increasingly prevalent on our streets and highways. These quiet and eco-friendly machines got their start nearly 200 years ago when physicists took the first tiny steps to bring electric motors into the …

Nuclear reactor mystery solved, with no need for new particles

“One piece of evidence for weird sterile neutrinos evaporates A physics mystery has come to an end, with a resolution about as shocking as “the butler did it.” For a decade, physicists have pondered why nuclear reactors pump out fewer …

Optical coating approach prevents fogging and unwanted reflections

“Technology helps sensor and camera systems perform optimally by keeping optics transparent Researchers have developed an optical coating system that combines antifogging and antireflective properties. The new technology could help boost the performance of lidar systems and cameras. “Walking into …

Organic X-ray excitement for innovative imaging

“Stable low-cost organic-based materials could transform X-ray imaging by improving fabrication methods and providing reliable high-resolution imaging results. Now, KAUST researchers have developed a novel approach for designing and building such high-performance scintillator materials for detecting X-rays at low doses …

Renesas Introduces Low-Power RL78/G15 MCU with the Smallest 8-pin Package Option Available within the RL78 Family

“Lower-pin Package Device Further Expands the RL78 Family with More Device Selection Renesas Electronics Corporation (TSE: 6723), a premier supplier of advanced semiconductor solutions, today introduced a new general-purpose microcontroller (MCU) in the low-power RL78 Family, with small package sizes …

Researchers create an optical tractor beam that pulls macroscopic objects

“Expanding laser pulling beyond the microscopic scale could be useful for scientific and space applications Researchers have developed a way to use laser light to pull a macroscopic object. Although microscopic optical tractor beams have been demonstrated before, this is …

Rocket Lab Sets New Date for First Electron Launch From U.S. Soil

“Rocket Lab USA, Inc (Nasdaq: RKLB) (“Rocket Lab”), a leading launch and space systems company, has today announced the launch window for its first Electron mission from U.S. soil is scheduled to open on January 23, 2023 with back-up …

Samsung Electronics Unveils High-Performance PC SSD That Raises Everyday Computing and Gaming to a New Level

“Built with a market-leading 5nm controller and seventh-generation V-NAND, the PM9C1a will enable a new level of everyday PC efficiency while also handling demanding computing and gaming tasks Samsung Electronics today announced production readiness of a high-performance PCIe 4 …