Industry News
NVIDIA, Microsoft team up to build large-scale AI cloud computer
NVIDIA and Microsoft will partner to build a large-scale cloud computer focused on AI, using thousands of high-end NVIDIA GPUs for deep learning. [ + ]
Scientists develop novel heterojunction solar cells
Researchers have created a phase heterojunction (PHJ) solar cell — a new kind of heterojunction photovoltaic device that uses two polymorphs made of perovskite. [ + ]
Meet Unimon: a new superconducting qubit for quantum computers
Researchers have introduced a new superconducting qubit called Unimon, to increase the accuracy of quantum computations. [ + ]
'Wi-Peep' drone allows Wi-Fi-enabled devices to be seen through walls
Leveraging a loophole in Wi-Fi, researchers have built a drone that can determine the position of connected devices within seconds. [ + ]
Tech puts the brakes on Li-ion batteries to stop fires
When overheated, Li-ion batteries can catch fire due to the large amounts of energy they store; now, researchers have developed technology that can quickly shut down Li-ion batteries. [ + ]
Li-Fi GigaDock transceivers enhance satellite sustainability
The Fraunhofer Institute for Photonic Microsystems has developed a transceiver that guarantees data transfer between the components of a satellite. [ + ]
Electrolyte designed for lithium-metal anodes in Li-metal batteries
Scientists have designed an electrolyte for lithium-metal anodes for use in lithium-metal batteries that could have applications in metal battery systems that provide sustainable energy. [ + ]
Using machine learning to create high-performance thermoelectric devices
Engineers at the University of Notre Dame have created a method using machine learning to build high-performance thermoelectric devices. [ + ]
New nanowire fabrication technique developed for next-gen spintronics
A new fabrication technique for nanostructure-induced CoPt ferromagnetic nanowires with twinned single-crystals could be significant for future spintronic applications. [ + ]
Network puts Australia at the forefront of quantum development
A new network of scientists, entrepreneurs and industry partners aims to drive Australia to the forefront of quantum software research and development. [ + ]
Self-driving AI model combines perception and control
Researchers have created an artificial intelligence model that handles multiple perception and control tasks simultaneously, to safely drive a vehicle in diverse environments. [ + ]
Unidirectional device developed for optical vortices
Scientists have created a unidirectional device that increases the quality of transmitted signals in optical vortices. [ + ]
Australian solar pioneer receives European innovation prize
The 2022 Millennium Technology Prize has been awarded to Scientia Professor Martin Green of the UNSW Sydney, Australia, for his innovation that has transformed the production of solar energy. [ + ]
Communication signal developed from environmentally friendly battery
The NTT has produced a combined battery and a circuit composed of environmentally friendly materials, free of scarce elements and hazardous substances. [ + ]
Researchers develop batteries that use water as an electrolyte
A team of researchers have developed aqueous rechargeable batteries based on zinc anodes, with polymeric artificial interphase to improve battery stability. [ + ]
