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“Scientists found that relatively slow electrons are produced when intense lasers interact with small clusters of atoms, overturning current theories. Intense laser cluster interactions occur when small clusters of atoms, nanometres (billionths of a metre) in size, are struck with …
News Transistor technology may improve speed, battery life for computers, mobile phones and other electronics
“Purdue University researchers have developed transistor technology that shows potential for improving computers and mobile phones. The researchers created a new technology design for field effect transistors, which are basic switching devices in computers and other electronic devices. Those types …
“Scientists achieve highest ratio of acceleration to deceleration in plasma wakes yet Scientists at DESY have achieved a milestone towards the usability of novel, plasma-based particle accelerators. Using the electron beam of the PITZ accelerator, the Photo Injector Test facility …
News Airbus Zephyr Solar High Altitude Pseudo-Satellite flies for longer than any other aircraft during its successful maiden flight
“Airbus Defence and Space announced the successful landing of its first production aircraft of the Zephyr programme, the new Zephyr S HAPS (High Altitude Pseudo-Satellite). After taking off on 11th July in Arizona, USA, Zephyr S logged a maiden flight …
“Army researchers have designed a computer model that more effectively calculates the behavior of atmospheric turbulence in complex environments, including cities, forests, deserts and mountainous regions. This new technology could allow Soldiers to predict weather patterns sooner using the computers …
“NUS and Boreal Space collaborate to examine how graphene reacts to extreme space conditions and explore its potential for satellite applications The Centre for Advanced Two-Dimensional Materials (CA2DM) at the National University of Singapore (NUS) has teamed up with US …
“Scientists have made significant progress in the design of vital components used in hydrogen fuel cell vehicles. Improved features will lower production costs and help create a clean automotive future. With hybrid and all-electric battery-powered cars now becoming mainstream, hydrogen …
“A SLAC-Stanford study reveals exactly what it takes for diamond to crystallize around a “seed” cluster of atoms. The results apply to industrial processes and to what happens in clouds overhead. Natural diamond is forged by tremendous pressures and …
“Teams preparing for launch of NASA’s Parker Solar Probe are beginning a busy week leading up to liftoff, scheduled for Saturday, Aug. 11, at 3:33 a.m. EDT, the opening of a 65-minute window. The spacecraft will launch …
“UK researchers have identified a group of materials that could be used to make batteries that are both high-powered and fast-charging. The research could be the first step to developing a safe, super-fast charging battery. Most of the gadgets we …