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Soft robot uses magnetic fields to power itself autonomously
Inspired by the movement of manta rays, researchers have developed a small, magnetically powered soft robot that can move and respond on its own. [ + ]
Fingertip bandage brings texture to touchscreens
Researchers have developed a haptic device that enables wearers to feel virtual textures and patterns on smooth surfaces. [ + ]
Single-photon switch advances photonic computing
Researchers have demonstrated a single-photon photonic transistor, enabling light-based switching at ultra-low power levels. [ + ]
Perovskite 'energy sandwich' could power next-gen solar
Researchers have achieved a new level of control over the atomic structure of halide perovskites, which could help with the development of more powerful and durable devices. [ + ]
Mechanical strain boosts lead-free ferroelectrics
Scientists have discovered a way to boost the performance of lead-free ferroelectrics using pure mechanical force instead of chemical tinkering. [ + ]
Sweat sensor sticker monitors vitamin C in real time
Researchers have developed a battery-free electronic sticker designed to monitor vitamin C levels through fingertip sweat. [ + ]
Engineers build longer-lasting qubit
Researchers have developed a superconducting qubit that operates for over one millisecond, tripling previous laboratory records. [ + ]
Light reshapes semiconductors for advanced optical devices
Researchers have shown how light reshapes Janus semiconductors at the atomic scale, enabling tuneable photonic technology. [ + ]
Creating the truck of tomorrow
Exploring the technological innovations, infrastructure solutions and emerging delivery methods shaping the next generation of trucks, vans and autonomous logistics in Australia. [ + ]
Discovery in 2D devices reveals hidden cavities
With THz spectroscopy scaled down to chip-sized, researchers have identified a potential new way to control quantum materials. [ + ]
Deep space antenna launched in New Norcia, WA
The European Space Agency (ESA) has inaugurated a new 35-metre deep space antenna at its New Norcia site in Western Australia, to communicate with spacecraft exploring the solar system. [ + ]
Making regular GPS ultra-precise
The GPS system can be slowed by the 'urban canyons' created by tall skyscrapers in big cities. A new approach can help solve this problem. [ + ]
Novel optical device based on 'optical thermodynamics'
Researchers have developed a novel optical device that introduces a new approach to light manipulation, marking a step forward in the field of optics. [ + ]
Atom-thick filter boosts lithium–sulfur battery life
Researchers have developed a graphene-based filter that blocks sulfur chains in lithium–sulfur batteries, keeping energy stable over 150 cycles. [ + ]
Aussie researchers claim efficiency record for solar cells
Researchers from the University of Sydney have achieved 27.06% efficiency with a new triple-junction perovskite solar cell. [ + ]


