Electronics
Shear shock waves mediate haptic holography via focused ultrasound
Researchers uncover physical limitation in haptic holography.
New laser-cutter-based system fabricates fully functional devices and robots
“LaserFactory” automates the full process for making functional devices in one system.
New cathode coating makes lithium-ion batteries even more efficient and safer
It fully and completely protects each particle of the cathode - inside and out.
Engineers make plastic conductive while also making it more transparent
Engineers change the game by making a conductive coating that’s also anti-reflective.
Safer high-performing lithium-sulfur batteries with NBL’s Cupcake electrolyte
When it comes to batteries, capacity and performance are important, but safety is also a fundamental element. Batteries not only contain highly flammable liquid...
New flexible supercapacitor allows electric vehicles to be charged in 10 minutes
Supercapacitors are entirely new material. Unlike conventional capacitors, they can be charged almost instantly and, if necessary, discharge a huge amount of energy, making...
Researchers can boost the properties of electronics by shooting them with laser
Researchers at Northeastern have taken the first step in developing the next generation of electronics. They are developing a new way to change the...
A voltage-controlled topological spin switch for ultralow-energy computing
Magnetic based technologies, like NanoMagnetic Logic, are gaining more interest as possible substitutes of CMOS transistors. Most of the logic and memory devices use...
A new technique for self-healing the flexible electronics
Flexible electronics isn’t a new technology, but it has achieved remarkable progress over the past years and its importance to other industries have increased....
Converting Wi-Fi signals to electricity with new 2-D materials
MIT scientists have taken a step forward with a device that can potentially convert energy from Wi-Fi signals into electricity.
Usually, rectennas are used to...
High-temperature electronics? That’s hot
Most electronics only function within a certain temperature range. Now, scientists at Purdue University have blended two organic materials together and created electronics that can withstand extreme...
Scientist Have a Crazy Plan for Cooling Future Computers with Jumping Water Droplets
Computer chips get hot when used extensively. Hence, they slow down and become less reliable. A better cooling system will enable faster computers, longer-lasting...