Industry News
Wearable generator powers electronics by body movements
Researchers have developed a device that can generate electricity from vibrations or even small body movements. [ + ]
Ion speed record holds potential for faster battery charging
Scientists have broken a speed record using nanoscience that could lead to new advances in improved battery charging, biosensing and soft robotics. [ + ]
Creating dual waveguides with femtosecond laser writing
Researchers have used femtosecond laser writing to create passive and active dual waveguides, to enhance laser performance for compact photonic devices. [ + ]
Novel way to transmit data via laser light
The discovery, centred on controlling tiny hurricanes of light and electromagnetic fields, could enhance how much information we can deliver over cables. [ + ]
Generating electricity from moisture in the air
A new paper-based wearable device could provide sustained high-efficiency power output for sensors, drug delivery or electrical stimulation. [ + ]
Significant extension of zinc battery lifespan
Researchers have developed a new chemical method to improve the energy storage of aqueous zinc-ion batteries, thereby extending their lifespan. [ + ]
CSIRO opens facility to bring flexible solar tech to market
CSIRO has launched its state-of-the-art Printed Photovoltaic Facility in south-east Melbourne, to help meet the growing demand for renewable energy. [ + ]
Researchers explore potential of MXenes for nanotech applications
Scientists are exploring the physical properties of MXenes, a family of two-dimensional materials with the potential for many nanotechnology applications. [ + ]
3D semiconductor chip alignment boosts performance
Researchers have developed an ultra-precise method to align 3D semiconductor chips using lasers and holograms. [ + ]
e-Flower records neuronal activity with electronic petals
Researchers have developed a novel neural recording device called the 'e-Flower' that gently wraps organoids in soft petals. [ + ]
Gold structures boost spin wave transfer to prevent overheating
Researchers have successfully enhanced spin wave transfer efficiency for heatless information transmission. [ + ]
Enhanced wavelength conversion for quantum information transfer
Researchers have achieved significant bandwidth in frequency conversion, paving the way for more efficient quantum information transfer and integrated photonic systems. [ + ]
Nanocrystal shape boosts solar panel, display efficiency
Researchers have found a way to increase the number of molecules that adhere to the surface of small nanocrystals; this new method could lead to advancements such as brighter TV screens and more efficient solar panels. [ + ]
Thinner materials for more compact quantum computing devices
Researchers from NTU Singapore have used very thin materials to produce entangled pairs of photons that can be used as quantum bits for computing. [ + ]
Atomic-level mechanism discovered for polycrystalline materials
Researchers have captured atomic-level observations of grain rotation in polycrystalline materials; their research findings could help develop more efficient electronics. [ + ]
