Bent, but not broken
Dec 17, 2014
Bendable electronics could help make robust wearable devices that can continuously monitor a person’s health.
Results for electrical engineering
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Graphene is taking charge
Dec 22, 2014
Graphene-based capacitors prove useful in advanced non-linear electronics.
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Windows could take the heat
Dec 23, 2014
Generators embedded in windows produce electricity from the temperature differential between an air-conditioned interior and a sunny outside world.
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Lights up for chaotic storage
Dec 23, 2014
Chaotic optical resonators can trap more light energy than their orderly counterparts.
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Thinking outside the box in flood control
Dec 23, 2014
Floating paper cubes containing low-cost, inkjet printed electronic sensors can wirelessly monitor floods in real time.
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Tiny tuner turns heat into power
Feb 6, 2015
Sustainable energy generation boosted by a nanoscale device that converts thermal infrared radiation to an electrical current.
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A different kind of light
Mar 28, 2015
The discovery of the incandescent light bulb has transformed human existence. New LED technologies promise to be the next step forward.
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Nano therapeutics heat up
Apr 18, 2015
Smart, stretchable pads open up a new approach for thermotherapy.
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Electronics conference gives a positive charge
Apr 25, 2015
Highlighting sustainability and the work of female researchers was a strong focus of the international KAUST-US NSF electronics conference.
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Optical chips harness the power of rogue waves
May 2, 2015
A microchip designed to generate and control rogue waves of light on the nano-scale has many potential applications.
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Fixing a greenhouse gas for useful chemicals
May 16, 2015
A catalyst that helps develop a new route to break up carbon dioxide uses a renewable source of clean energy.
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Targeting cancer cells with tiny magnetic wires
May 30, 2015
Magnetic nanowires with weak magnetic fields and low frequencies can destroy cancer cells without generating heat.
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Perfect absorption graphene style
Jun 27, 2015
A tiny device broadens the bandwith to enable absorption with wide-reaching potential for electrical engineering.
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Silicon tubes for smarter transistors
Jul 7, 2015
Transistor designs based on nanotubes could considerably reduce the power demands of computers.
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Signal noise annoys no more
Jul 13, 2015
Identifying noise in communication signals helps to filter out glitches and improve transmission quality.
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Better routing for wireless networks
Jul 27, 2015
An improved wireless communication protocol enables more robust links between remote electronic devices.
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Visual computing hits a moving target
Aug 1, 2015
A surprisingly simple algorithm helps computers perceive individual objects inside videos from their movement patterns.
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Resolving richer textures with computer vision
Aug 29, 2015
A novel computing technique recognizes and captures the distinctive surface patterns appearing in videos and images.
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Lasers bridge the rainbow
Sep 26, 2015
Subtle changes to the composition of a semiconductor structure enable laser light at colors previously not thought possible.
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Sensors for a light touch
Oct 31, 2015
Biocompatible tactile sensors based on magnetic hair-like structures enable new applications for touch sensors.
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Smart technology shows where we're at
Nov 7, 2015
A combination of state-of-the-art sensors and standardized data analysis will transform research for tracking animals and humans.
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Miniature flexible sensor to detect heart disease
Nov 14, 2015
A new biosensor made of laser-etched electrodes on a gold-coated polymer may provide an effective and cost-efficient way to assess heart disease risk.
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An antenna that goes the distance
Nov 21, 2015
A low-cost, copper-based flexible and stretchable antenna improves far-field data communication in wearable electronics.
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A smoother route to smart sensors
Dec 12, 2015
Growing high-quality films of hybrid perovskite materials takes solution-processed phototransistors to new levels of performance.
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New lessons for an old magnet
Jan 23, 2016
The surface structure of magnetite is crucial to its performance in magnetism-based electronic applications.
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Wireless devices tune-in to cloud power
Feb 6, 2016
Next-generation mobile networks can use cloud computing algorithms to manage the increasingly high data demands of users.
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Artificial skin sensors made from sticky notes
Feb 18, 2016
A paper-based sensor that mimics the sensory functions of human skin has been developed for the first time from low-cost and commonly available household materials.
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Taking the heat out of emitters
Apr 9, 2016
Semiconductor light-emitting diodes fabricated on a metal substrate are less prone to overheating.
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A picture of the artist captured in a stroke
Apr 16, 2016
A graphics technique is the first to identify people based on their sketching style.
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Sneaky losses solved for resistive memory
Apr 30, 2016
A data readout scheme achieves an unprecedented reduction in power consumption for a promising high-performance resistive memory architecture.
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Nanoscale patterning is better with gas
Jul 2, 2016
Adding a gas enhances the processing of hybrid organic-inorganic materials for improved solar cells.
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Tweaking the perfect recipe
Jul 9, 2016
Adjusting the cooking time is all it takes to tune the magnetic properties of these multi-functional iron nanowires.
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Memory device sees the light
Jul 23, 2016
Ferroelectric tunnel junction promises low-power, high-density data storage.
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Step into the white light for faster communication
Aug 13, 2016
Nanocrystals that generate white light could help combine lighting and communications systems into one.
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Crafting technology from nature's darkest secrets
Aug 20, 2016
Exploiting the properties of disordered chaotic systems leads to low-cost energy harvesting and innovative micro-surgery applications.
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Gentle sensors for diagnosing brain disorders
Sep 24, 2016
New sensor design paves the way for safer and more effective brain monitoring.
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Shape detection at fault
Oct 8, 2016
Software that automatically recognizes surfaces within complex three-dimensional images can benefit petroleum extraction.
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Helping computers to see who we really are
Oct 8, 2016
Algorithms that train computers to automatically detect human activity in videos can improve online searches and real-world surveillance systems.
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A modern way to heal old wounds
Oct 15, 2016
Smart bandage technology provides instant updates on the condition of chronic wounds through a mobile phone app.
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Driven to diffraction
Nov 9, 2016
Optical elements that diffract light could lead to smaller and more powerful cameras.
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Color-changing coatings ready for the big time
Nov 19, 2016
Wafer-thin, scratch-proof films can generate a rainbow of colors using random metallic nanostructures.
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Rolling out an e-sticker revolution
Jan 2, 2017
High-speed fabrication developed at KAUST can turn out adhesive and flexible electronic devices in any shape imaginable.
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Blind matchmaking for more efficient wireless networks
Feb 25, 2017
Autonomously pairing network users could expand the capability of the next generation of wireless networks
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Stretching toward energy efficiency
Mar 18, 2017
Deformable thermoelectric materials add a new twist to the design of energy-scavenging devices.
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Feeling the heat in cells
Apr 8, 2017
New nano-sized sensors provide unprecedented data on how heat diffuses in and out of living cells.
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The crest of waveforms for next-gen radar
May 6, 2017
A new method for shaping the waveform generated by multi-antenna radar systems is inexpensive and practical.
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Keeping the hydrogen coming
Jun 5, 2017
A coating of molybdenum improves the efficiency of catalysts for producing hydrogen.
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Splitting water for the cost of a nickel
Jun 24, 2017
A simple treatment of nickel to make it an efficient catalyst for water splitting.
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Keeping the heat out
Jul 1, 2017
Insights into the thermal behavior of metal-nitride nanowires could open new avenues in optical electronics.
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A firefly's flash inspires new nanolaser light
Jul 15, 2017
Synchronized emissions from innovative on-chip lasers create possibilities for inexpensive artificial neural networks.
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Smart sensors could save lives
Jul 22, 2017
3D-printed, disposable sensors capable of detecting noxious gases and changes in temperature and humidity could revolutionize environmental monitoring.
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Blink and you'll miss it
Aug 20, 2017
A faster approach for computer detection of moving objects in video takes us a step closer to mimicking the reflexive detection ability of the animal visual system.
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Dark materials squeeze green fuel from sunlight
Aug 27, 2017
Metallic nanostructures that slow down light dramatically can triple the efficiency of solar-based hydrogen fuel generation.
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No strings attached for underwater video system
Sep 14, 2017
An underwater wireless optical communications system for streaming high-quality, live video.
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Bringing signals into phase
Sep 25, 2017
A novel type of electronic component made from a blend of polymer materials could enable more effective circuitry.
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A radical solution comes from mixing tools
Oct 1, 2017
The molten surface of a sodium-based material could assist the direct conversion of methane to useful building blocks.
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Think laterally to sidestep production problems
Oct 15, 2017
The side-by-side deposition of atomically flat semiconductor sheets enhances solar cell conversion efficiency.
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Flexible batteries a highlight for smart dental aids
Oct 25, 2017
Redesigned lithium-ion batteries could help improve the efficiency of orthodontic devices.
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Simple green synthesis is a breath of fresh air
Nov 5, 2017
A method for creating nanoparticles without using solvents could lead to environmentally friendly electronics.
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Semiconductors with an aligned interface
Nov 12, 2017
Efficiency gains come from tuning the properties of semiconducting materials by combining layers of different composition.
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Unleashing ultraviolet brings visible improvement
Dec 10, 2017
High-speed communication systems based on ultraviolet radiation are now in sight.
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Carving out circuits that click into place
Dec 24, 2017
An easy and reliable assembly approach, inspired by building blocks, challenges the current fabrication of electronic systems.
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Making waves for ultrahigh definition displays
Jan 14, 2018
Wavy transistors that vertically gain width without increasing their on-chip footprint could drive future flexible displays.
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Taking control at the junction
Jan 21, 2018
Fine tuning the composition of nitride alloys can further the development of optical and electronic interface devices.
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Flexing for the next silicon wave
Jan 28, 2018
Ultrathin, rigid silicon segments that are wired through interdigitated metal contacts produce ultraflexible high-performance solar cells.
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Round-the-clock power from smart bowties
Feb 4, 2018
Innovative diode design uses ultrafast quantum tunneling to harvest infrared energy from the environment.
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Super-adsorbent MOF to control humidity
Feb 4, 2018
A metal-organic framework that can take up twice its weight in water and then release it when humidity falls.
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Cleaning nanowires to get out more light
Mar 4, 2018
A simple chemical surface treatment improves the performance of nanowire ultraviolet light-emitting diodes.
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Marine exploration sensing with light and sound
Mar 11, 2018
Unveiling new strategies to improve future wireless underwater sensing networks for marine research and communication.
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Hussain is taking a flexible approach
Mar 25, 2018
From farming to healthcare, there are few areas of our lives that couldn’t be enhanced by incorporating flexible CMOS electronics.
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Tuning in to magnetic ink
Apr 1, 2018
A new ink containing iron oxide nanoparticles can be turned into fully printed and versatile components for cellular networks.
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Building crystals on a very hot surface
Apr 15, 2018
An innovative chemical reactor for depositing semiconductors at very high temperatures draws on the strength of Saudi Arabia’s chemical industry.
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Energy efficiency on a roll
Apr 22, 2018
Ultrathin films curve up into long, light and cost-effective heat-harvesting tubes for high-power generation.
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Controlling the crystal structure of gallium oxide
Apr 29, 2018
Precise control of the atomic structure of gallium oxide layers improves the development of high-power electronic devices.
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Smart skin for flexible monitoring
May 3, 2018
An electronic tag that stretches and flexes while it records location and environmental data can monitor marine animals in their natural habitat.
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Robots learn by checking in on team members
Jun 10, 2018
Innovative drone designs and software enable a team of drones to work together in a coordinated approach.
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Boring down on boron
Jun 10, 2018
Learning how boron evaporates will help to improve water desalination technologies.
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Brighter blue lights for faster communication
Dec 11, 2018
High-performance blue-light-emitting diodes could boost white-light, high-speed data transmission.
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One switch to rule them all
Dec 16, 2018
Inkjet-printed switches make multiple frequency bands easier and cheaper to manage in wireless devices.
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Lighting the way to the underwater Internet of things
Jan 2, 2019
An optical system for monitoring underwater sensor positions could enable large networks of devices to be deployed for ocean measurements.
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3D-printed cube dials into energy harvesting
Jan 13, 2019
Ambient energy emitted by cellular phones and modems can be captured and converted into electricity using unusually shaped technology.
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A broader bandwidth for electrical devices
Jan 22, 2019
Combining a polymer and microparticles enables a new type of capacitor that could mimic the way the brain processes information.
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Marine sensor gets to grips with salt
Feb 3, 2019
Laser-induced graphene formation creates tailor-made sensors for monitoring ocean creatures and ecosystems.
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MOFs can sense and sort troublesome gases
Apr 7, 2019
Fluorinated metal-organic frameworks make excellent materials for selective sensing and removal of toxic gases.
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Conducting Fab lessons in a virtual clean room
Apr 14, 2019
A virtual platform makes learning how to fabricate a semiconductor device easier, safer and more interactive.
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Tiny, fast, accurate technology on the radar
Apr 17, 2019
A tiny, portable radar device could allow visually impaired people, or unmanned moving devices, to detect objects in real time.
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"Marine Skin" dives deeper for better monitoring
Apr 22, 2019
A pioneering tagging system that monitors the movement and local environment of sea animals reaches deeper depths and higher sensitivities.
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Putting the sense in materials
Apr 24, 2019
An interdisciplinary initiative is helping KAUST be at the forefront of a digital revolution, where sensors can find a use just about anywhere.
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Smart pill bottle keeps drugs safe
May 5, 2019
Low-cost, stretchy sensors can be assembled inside the lid of a drug container to help monitor patient safety.
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Flat lenses with a twist
Jul 30, 2019
Overlaying two film layers patterned with a nanoscale array can manipulate the propagation of light to create a powerful ultrathin lens.
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A breath of fresh information to help diagnosis
Aug 4, 2019
A communications concept could pinpoint a person infected with a deadly, contagious virus in the middle of a crowded airport.
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Testing the blind spots in artificial intelligence
Aug 29, 2019
Understanding the situations when artificial intelligence can fail is critical for application of future autonomous vehicles and medical diagnostics.
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A cool alternative to air conditioning
Oct 8, 2019
An inexpensive passive cooling technology could be used to cool buildings in cities, reducing energy consumption.
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Baby steps for transparent electronics
Oct 27, 2019
Stretchy, see-through, silver nanowire sheet combines optical transparency with excellent electrical conductivity.
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Flexing for success from Saudi Arabia to Silicon Valley
Oct 29, 2019
Asrar Damdam is setting up her own biotech company in Silicon Valley while pursuing a Ph.D. at KAUST
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Magnetic skin ensures the force is with you
Nov 12, 2019
A magnetic skin that is safe and comfortable to wear could open the door to a wide range of wireless, remotely controlled applications.
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Drones deliver on internet connectivity
Dec 12, 2019
Hovering airborne vehicles could connect smart sensors to the internet of things.
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Patterned optical chips keep secrets perfectly safe
Dec 20, 2019
Chaos could help put cyberhackers out of business with a patterned silicon chip that will be uncrackable even in the future.
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Flexible thinking on silicon solar cells
Dec 22, 2019
Combining silicon with a highly elastic polymer backing produces solar cells that have record-breaking stretchability and high efficiency.
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A pure twist on optical data transfer
Jan 16, 2020
The finding that light can be twisted very precisely may offer fresh options for communications infrastructure.
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Iron nanorobots show their true mettle
Jan 28, 2020
Multifunctional iron nanowires selectively obliterate cancer cells with a triple-punch combination attack.
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Plugging into a 6G future with users at the center
Feb 7, 2020
For a communications revolution, 6G development needs more human-centric research.
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Internet of underground things to reveal buried vistas
Feb 9, 2020
Pinpoint mesh of smart underground objects could give real-time 3D readout of fossil fuel reserves.
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Sensor cube helps keep fish farming afloat
Feb 27, 2020
A self-powered water quality sensor could help fish farmers to monitor pollution in their ponds remotely.
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The power of light for internet of underwater things
Mar 19, 2020
Light can simultaneously transfer energy and data to underwater devices, but there’s a long way to go before these systems can be deployed.
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Sensing a heart attack before it strikes
Apr 13, 2020
Nanomaterial-based electronic device monitors a key heart health biomarker.
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Early warning sensor sniffs out cities' harmful gas
Apr 28, 2020
An integrated detector device could form the basis of a distributed air-quality sensor network.
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Light sensors detect larval pests munching on date palms
May 4, 2020
Optical fibers wrapped around date palm trunks could help detect this tree’s most destructive pest early enough to save it.
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Pure red LEDs fulfill a primary goal
May 6, 2020
First high-intensity, low-voltage red LEDs made from nitride semiconductors.
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Iron nanorobots go undercover
May 20, 2020
Customizable magnetic iron nanowires pinpoint and track the movements of target cells.
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A clique away from more efficient networks
Jun 14, 2020
An old branch of mathematics finds a fertile new field of application.
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Red-light LEDs for next-generation displays
Jul 5, 2020
Novel red LEDs are more temperature stable than those made using the conventional semiconductor of choice.
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Membrane makeover makes face mask reusable
Jul 12, 2020
A polyimide membrane with regularly sized and spaced pores turns the N95 respirator into a reusable mask for protection against COVID-19.
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Unleashing the potential of tethered drones
Jul 14, 2020
Wire-connected drones may complement or replace the fixed-base stations of cellular communications networks.
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Standing the test of time with a perfect partner
Sep 1, 2020
Identifying the ideal co-catalyst can significantly extend the working lifetime of solar fuel–generating photocatalysts.
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A fresh sense of possibility
Sep 21, 2020
A multisensory graphene-based skin can sense in extreme environments where other sensors cannot be used.
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Nanomaterial acts as a molecular thermometer
Oct 11, 2020
A two-dimensional material mimics the human temperature-sensing system.
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Sheer protection from electromagnetic radiation
Nov 1, 2020
A printable ink that is both conductive and transparent can also block radio waves.
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Intelligent surfaces signal better coverage
Nov 11, 2020
A mathematical model shows specialized reflective panels could be deployed on a large scale to enhance communication networks in urban areas.
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Sensors get a laser shape up
Nov 15, 2020
Laser writing breathes life into high-performance sensing platforms.
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Optoelectronic devices that emit warm and cool white light
Dec 21, 2020
A single semiconducting material can produce white light by emitting light across the visible spectrum.
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Charging ahead for electric vehicles
Jan 3, 2021
Roads installed with wireless charging technology could become an integral feature of our cities in an electric vehicle future.
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Broadening horizons for people with quadriplegia
Jan 17, 2021
An assistive technology uses magnetic skin to support freedom of movement for people with quadriplegia.
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Microstructured optical fibers find their 3D-printed groove
Jan 25, 2021
Advanced laser-printing techniques prove ideal for creating tiny optical communication devices with complex internal structures.
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Tethered drones have wireless data covered
Mar 25, 2021
Flying drones connected by a cable tethered to a ground station could be a flexible solution for enhancing wireless connectivity in temporary hotspots.
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Breaking records like baking bread
Mar 30, 2021
Researchers have made unparalleled ultrawide-bandgap semiconductors through temperature and timing, just like baking bread.
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Brain-on-a-chip would need little training
Apr 20, 2021
A neural network that mimics the biology of the brain can be loaded onto a microchip for faster and more efficient artificial intelligence.
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Making the shift from blue to red for better LEDs
May 9, 2021
Pure red-light micrometer-scale emitting devices made from a nitride semiconductor reaches excellent efficiency.
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Plant probes make sense for sustainable farming
Jun 18, 2021
Ultrathin needles for probing plants could help keep crop health in check.
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Wildfire detection takes flight
Jul 4, 2021
The twin technologies of unmanned aerial vehicles and wireless sensors could be the ideal combination to counter forest fires.
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Divided attention could ease wireless congestion
Aug 1, 2021
Predicting wireless traffic using artificial intelligence could improve the reliability of future wireless communications.
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Full color LEDs cut down to size
Sep 26, 2021
Tiny light-emitting devices that can create all the colors in the rainbow are essential for the next generation of phones and screens.
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Airborne antennas to address EMF concerns
Oct 3, 2021
Movable airborne antennas receiving cellphone signals could reduce EMF exposure while offering higher data transmission speed and using less power.
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Welcoming composite inks into the fold
Oct 11, 2021
A screen-printing approach to creating foldable circuits could make many functional devices easier and cheaper to mass produce.
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Coal product used to create green clean water
Nov 3, 2021
Rather than just burning it, coal could also become a valuable solar desalination material.
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Connect the internet of bodies
Nov 18, 2021
A network of body monitoring devices connected using our own tissue could form the basis for the internet of bodies (IoB).
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Smart memory devices that can sense
Jan 25, 2022
In-memory sensing technology will facilitate electronic systems that are faster, smaller and consume less energy.
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Perovskites used to make efficient artificial retina
Feb 23, 2022
Inspired by the human eye, a neuromorphic vision system recognizes handwritten numbers.
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Fiber glow brings more go for underwater communications
May 15, 2022
Optical fibers doped with perovskite nanocrystals bring new opportunities for photodetectors for high-speed, free-space and underwater data links.
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Ditching sensors for streamlined control of microdevices
May 17, 2022
A single-actuator system allows sensor-free highly precise position control for microelectromechanical devices.
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Customized fiber generates Bessel beams
Aug 9, 2022
Fabricating intricate optical structures onto the tip of an optical fiber creates a new source of special light beams.
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Metalens offers superior off-axis focus
Oct 23, 2022
A flat all-dielectric reflector metalens design could benefit optical imaging, manipulation and communications.
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Double treatment stores salmon and strawberries for later
Feb 21, 2023
Combining UV sterilization with vacuum sealing significantly extends the shelf-life of a variety of foods.
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Reduced speckle on the horizon
Mar 19, 2023
A simple modification of a semiconductor laser's shape can improve the quality of its beam.
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Simulating a secure future
Apr 2, 2023
Next-generation silicon chips based on spintronics could improve global cybersecurity.
