Researchers are pioneering the development of metamaterials, whose properties are not dictated by molecular composition but by their structural geometry. This innovation is made possible through digital design and 3D printing, enabling the creation of…
A thermal metasurface is made of a single layer of nanostructured silicon (gray) on top of glass (blue) and a metal mirror (gold). The nanostructured surface is specifically tailored so that it thermally emits circularly…
Researchers at the University of Illinois have created stretchable sensors that can monitor plant growth and transmit data remotely, overcoming initial challenges to potentially revolutionize agricultural practices on Earth and in space. Credit: NASA Marshall…
New research into Airborne Wind Energy Systems, funded by a substantial EPSRC grant, seeks to harness high-altitude wind energy using drones, aiming to overcome challenges in system stability and enhance commercial viability, supporting the UK’s…
Researchers at NREL have developed a new type of LED that controls electron spin and emits polarized light at room temperature by combining chiral perovskite with a III-V semiconductor, potentially revolutionizing the field of optoelectronics….
Recent research indicates that controlled inhalation of ultra-pure graphene oxide does not have short-term adverse effects on human lung or cardiovascular health, marking a significant step in safely harnessing graphene’s potential for various applications. Credit:…
Researchers at Stanford University have discovered that allowing lithium metal batteries to rest in a discharged state can significantly restore their capacity and extend their cycle life. This method, which is both low-cost and straightforward…
Pulsed laser deposition, in which a laser beam ablates a material that is deposited as a film on a substrate, was used to fabricate the HTS wires. Credit: University at Buffalo New research reveals that…
Innovative perovskite waveguides with edge lasing effect. Credit: Dr. Mateusz Krol University of Warsaw and the School of Physics at the Australian National University in Canberra Scientists have developed perovskite crystals that could revolutionize optical…
The tiny device could enable a user to rapidly create customized, low-cost objects on the go, like a fastener to repair a wobbly bicycle wheel or a component for a critical medical operation. Credit: Sampson…
