Industry News
Purdue-created tech makes 3D microscopes easier to use
Researchers from Purdue University have developed a 3D microscope that can automatically focus in on an object, determine the optimal capture process and create a high-quality 3D image. [ + ]
The potential of flexible thin-film electronics for chip design
New research has demonstrated the feasibility of the 'foundry' model for flexible electronics. [ + ]
Robotic lab enhances battery manufacturing
Mixing unconventional ingredients in just the right order can make complex materials with fewer impurities. The robotic lab that tested the idea could be widely adopted. [ + ]
Machine learning used to create fabric-based touch sensor
Integrated into clothing, the device can control mobile apps, enter passwords and play video games. [ + ]
Hybrid sodium-ion battery can be charged in a few minutes
Researchers have unveiled a hybrid sodium-ion battery that charges in just a few seconds — and could be used in electric vehicles in the future. [ + ]
Wearable sensor measures real skin feel
A team of researchers has developed a wearable skin sensor that offers precise, objective and quantifiable measurements of tactile sensations. [ + ]
Researchers develop energy-efficient probabilistic computer
Researchers have unveiled a prototype of a probabilistic computer that is driven by combining CMOS with stochastic nanomagnets. [ + ]
UV broadband spectrometer enhances air pollutant analysis
The laser-based technology developed at TU Graz enables the continual real-time analysis of air pollutants and their interaction with other gases and sunlight. [ + ]
Researchers develop programmable photonic processor
A team of researchers have manufactured a universal, programmable and multifunctional photonic chip that has a range of applications. [ + ]
Monash University home to three electron microscopes
Monash University has unveiled three new electron microscopes that will help scientists push the frontiers in materials science to solve complex challenges. [ + ]
Four-terminal tandem organic solar cell achieves 16.94% PCE
Researchers have fabricated a new four-terminal organic solar cell with a tandem configuration with a 16.94% power conversion efficiency (PCE). [ + ]
Handheld sensor enables rapid detection of multiple bacteria
Researchers have developed a handheld biosensor that can simultaneously detect multiple disease-causing bacterial species within an hour. [ + ]
Scientists unveil novel material for magnesium batteries
Researchers have developed a cathode material for rechargeable magnesium batteries that could enable efficient charging and discharging at low temperatures. [ + ]
New material discovered for safer solid-state Li-ion batteries
Researchers have discovered a stable and highly conductive lithium-ion conductor for use as a solid electrolyte for solid-state lithium-ion batteries. [ + ]
Researchers develop high-efficiency DC power converter
Researchers have developed a direct current voltage boost converter that could contribute to the enhancement of electric and electronic components across a range of industries. [ + ]
