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ToronWVTR H6 Tester Maintains Precise Setpoint for Medical Device Calibration

ToronWVTR H6 Tester Maintains Precise Setpoint for Medical Device Calibration

ToronWVTR H6 Tester Maintains Precise Setpoint for Medical Device Calibration
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Neon's Versatile Applications Highlighted in Advertising and Technology

Neon's Versatile Applications Highlighted in Advertising and Technology

Neon's Versatile Applications Highlighted in Advertising and Technology
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Chlorinated Cation Enhances Durability and Efficiency of Lead-Free Tin Perovskite Solar Cells

Chlorinated Cation Enhances Durability and Efficiency of Lead-Free Tin Perovskite Solar Cells

Researchers from the University of Wisconsin–Madison, the National Laboratory of the Rockies, and the University of Toledo have developed a method to significantly improve the stability and efficiency of tin halide perovskite solar cells. By introducing a chlorine atom at the para position of a phenethylammonium cation, they created a material, 4-chloro-phenethylammonium (4ClPEA), that forms ultrastable two-dimensional and quasi-2D tin iodide perovskites. These new materials maintain bright photoluminescence for several months in ambient air. When integrated into 2D/3D perovskite solar cells, these chlorinated cations resulted in devices with a power conversion efficiency of 16.2 percent and operational stability exceeding 1,000 hours at 55 degrees Celsius in air. This advancement addresses the long-standing issue of rapid degradation in tin-based perovskites when exposed to oxygen and moisture, which typically oxidize the tin(II) cation and destroy the material's crystal structure. The tighter packing of ...
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Power to Hydrogen and Repsol Pilot Demonstrates Lower-Cost Green Hydrogen Production

Power to Hydrogen and Repsol Pilot Demonstrates Lower-Cost Green Hydrogen Production

Power to Hydrogen and Repsol Pilot Demonstrates Lower-Cost Green Hydrogen Production
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U.S. Representative Valerie Foushee Highlights North Carolina's Role in National Innovation with RTI International Expansion

U.S. Representative Valerie Foushee Highlights North Carolina's Role in National Innovation with RTI International Expansion

U.S. Representative Valerie Foushee, representing North Carolina's 4th Congressional District, attended the grand opening of RTI International's expanded Pilot Xcelerator facility in Research Triangle Park. The $14 million, 25,000-square-foot expansion more than doubles the lab space available for testing cleaner fuels, energy technologies, and advanced materials. Foushee emphasized that this expansion will position North Carolina at the forefront of national innovation projects by transforming ideas from students, researchers, and academics into deployment-ready solutions. The facility, described as the only privately-owned industrial pilot laboratory in North Carolina, aims to serve as a hub for commercializing technology developed by external partners. The expansion follows three years of planning and construction, with the building itself completed in about 10 to 11 months. RTI International, an independent scientific research institute, also recently received $5.5 million in federal grants from the U....
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Ingersoll Rand Diversifies Industrial Portfolio with Focus on Air, Fluid, and Power Technologies

Ingersoll Rand Diversifies Industrial Portfolio with Focus on Air, Fluid, and Power Technologies

Ingersoll Rand Diversifies Industrial Portfolio with Focus on Air, Fluid, and Power Technologies
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Applied Materials Utilizes AI to Accelerate Chip Material Discovery Amid Miniaturization Limits

Applied Materials Utilizes AI to Accelerate Chip Material Discovery Amid Miniaturization Limits

Applied Materials Utilizes AI to Accelerate Chip Material Discovery Amid Miniaturization Limits
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Review Highlights Nanophotonic Potential of 2D Metal Oxides for On-Chip Computing

Review Highlights Nanophotonic Potential of 2D Metal Oxides for On-Chip Computing

A recent review published in Nature Communications explores the nanophotonic potential of two-dimensional (2D) metal oxides (MOs) for advanced on-chip photonic systems. The review details various synthesis strategies for 2D MOs, including metal interface oxidation, mechanical exfoliation, vapor-phase deposition, and wet chemical synthesis. These methods aim to create materials with anisotropic and ultra-confined polaritons, which are crucial for high-speed optical computing. The authors propose device architectures that leverage the unique optical properties of these materials, such as an α-MoO3/graphene heterostructure-based NAND logic gate that uses in-plane phonon polariton focusing and electrical gating. Another proposed design involves a programmable polariton waveguide using spatially controlled crystallinity within a phase-change MO, allowing for reconfigurable nanophotonic circuits. The review emphasizes that while the field is in its early stages, rapid advancements in 2D MO polaritonics could sig...
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Scientists Propose Yeast and Gelatin for Martian Habitat Construction

Scientists Propose Yeast and Gelatin for Martian Habitat Construction

Researchers from The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology and The Hong Kong Polytechnic University have developed a novel method for constructing shelters on Mars using bioengineered yeast and gelatin mixed with simulated Martian dirt. This approach aims to circumvent the high energy demands of traditional methods that require heating Martian regolith. The process involves combining yeast, engineered to produce adhesive proteins, with artificial gelatin hydrosol as a growth medium, and Martian dirt. This mixture is then 3D-printed and exposed to the dry, cold Martian atmosphere, causing it to freeze-dry. As ice sublimates, it leaves behind a light, porous, yet strong material with compressive and flexural strengths comparable to low-grade terrestrial concrete. This method significantly reduces energy consumption by one to two orders of magnitude compared to heat-processing Martian dirt.
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University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign Researchers Develop Printable Smart Fabric for Cooling and Energy Harvesting

University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign Researchers Develop Printable Smart Fabric for Cooling and Energy Harvesting

Researchers at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign have created a printable fabric capable of cooling the body, collecting energy from movement, and producing electrical signals. This innovative material could lead to the development of smart athletic clothing and other wearable products that adapt to a user's activity and temperature needs. Unlike many smart textiles that rely on multiple layers, this new material integrates several functionalities into a single printable component, making it potentially lighter, more comfortable, and easier to manufacture. The fabric employs passive radiative cooling, reflecting 96% of incoming sunlight and releasing body heat, allowing it to remain 3 to 6 degrees Celsius cooler than the ambient air during outdoor tests. This cooling mechanism operates without external power. Additionally, the textile can convert mechanical movement into electrical energy and signals, which could be used to detect activity levels and regulate other clothing functions, such as swi...
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NewHydrogen Files Third Patent for ThermoLoop Technology to Produce Green Hydrogen Using Heat

NewHydrogen Files Third Patent for ThermoLoop Technology to Produce Green Hydrogen Using Heat

NewHydrogen, a leading U.S. hydrogen company, has filed its third provisional patent application for its ThermoLoop technology. This innovative process aims to produce green hydrogen using heat and water, rather than relying on conventional electrolysis which requires electricity. The patent, titled “Hydrogen Production in Isothermal Chemical Looping Cycle,” was jointly filed with the University of California, Santa Barbara (UCSB) and details improvements to the technology. ThermoLoop utilizes advanced solid-state materials and machine learning to optimize efficiency and cost-effectiveness in hydrogen production. The company is currently developing an engineering test unit (ETU) for ThermoLoop, which will generate data to design its first commercial pilot plant. This development positions the U.S. as a key player in advancing clean hydrogen production, with states like Texas, Louisiana, and California being central hubs for hydrogen generation. The U.S. currently produces approximately 10 million metric to...
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Sustainable Fashion Gains Momentum as Consumers Prioritize Environmental and Ethical Practices

Sustainable Fashion Gains Momentum as Consumers Prioritize Environmental and Ethical Practices

Sustainable Fashion Gains Momentum as Consumers Prioritize Environmental and Ethical Practices