Printing silver onto fibers could pave the way for flexible, wearable electronics
A new technique for depositing silver onto clothing fibres could open up huge opportunities in wearable electronics.
Nanomaterials
Jul 30, 2013
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Synthetic skin could aid wound healing
Engineers have devised a fabric dressing whose thickness and elasticity can be custom-matched to specific areas of the body.
Bio & Medicine
Jul 1, 2019
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Future cars could be made from revolutionary new material
A new material that is as stiff as metal but flexible enough to withstand strong vibrations could transform the car manufacturing industry, say experts from the University of Surrey.
Materials Science
Oct 1, 2018
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Hemp could be key to zero-carbon houses
Hemp, a plant from the cannabis family, could be used to build carbon-neutral homes of the future to help combat climate change and boost the rural economy, say researchers at the University of Bath.
Other
Apr 9, 2009
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Engineering behind the world's lightest graphene watch
In January 2017 the world's lightest mechanical chronograph watch was unveiled in Geneva, Switzerland, showcasing innovative composite development by using graphene. Now the research behind the project has been published. ...
Nanomaterials
Aug 29, 2018
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Wonders of nature inspire exotic man-made materials
In this month's edition of Physics World, a group of physicists describe how unique structures in the natural world are inspiring scientists to develop new types of materials with unprecedented properties.
Nanomaterials
Jul 31, 2013
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Structural batteries – a unique compromise for lighter electric cars
The weight of the battery is one of the largest obstacles to overcome for electric and hybrid vehicles. By using the battery as part of the chassis significant weight reductions are possible. In a recently completed EU/FP7-funded ...
Engineering
Dec 6, 2013
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Photonics to revolutionise internet speeds
While people may have never heard of photonics before, they will surely have heard about the technology that relies on its existence, namely the internet, computers and smartphones.
Optics & Photonics
Sep 8, 2015
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Discovery of a new mechanism for wavelength conversion of light by a plastic material
Researchers from the National Institute of Radiological Sciences have discovered a new mechanism for wavelength conversion of emitted light by a plastic material. The results of these studies appeared in Scientific Reports ...
General Physics
Sep 18, 2013
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Orange flour for gluten-free bread
During the processing of fruit and vegetables one third is discarded as 'waste'. The waste or by-product can be described as the core, pips and peel of the fruit or vegetable. This waste can be costly for the manufacturer ...
Other
Mar 11, 2013
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