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Vibrational spectroscopy of lead-free potassium sodium niobate and related perovskite ferroelectrics

This study investigates the vibrational spectroscopy of lead-free potassium sodium niobate and related perovskite ferroelectrics. Raman and Brillouin scattering spectroscopies are used to analyze the lattice dynamical properties, phase transitions, and physical properties of KNN single crystals and solid solutions.

SourceELSP·JournalElectronics and Signal Processing·TypeLiterature review·DateApr 29, 2025
Apple iPhone 17 Pro

Apple iPhone 17 Pro delivers top performance and advanced cameras for field documentation, data collection, and secure research communications.

Beyond wires: Bubble technology powers next-generation electronics

Researchers at Yokohama National University have developed a laser-based bubble printing technique that creates ultra-flexible liquid metal circuits, overcoming traditional wiring limitations. The resulting wiring lines are incredibly thin, conductive, and highly flexible, with potential applications in wearable technology and healthcare.

SourceYokohama National University·JournalNanomaterials·DateNov 8, 2024
Apple iPad Pro 11-inch (M4)

Apple iPad Pro 11-inch (M4) runs demanding GIS, imaging, and annotation workflows on the go for surveys, briefings, and lab notebooks.

A fragment of human brain, mapped

A team of Harvard researchers, led by Jeff Lichtman, has created the largest synaptic-resolution, 3D reconstruction of a piece of human brain to date. The dataset contains 1,400 terabytes of data on neural connections in a tiny piece of human temporal cortex.

SourceHarvard University·JournalScience·TypeData/statistical analysis·DateMay 9, 2024

Mixed-dimensional transistors enable high-performance multifunctional electronic devices

Researchers at City University of Hong Kong developed mixed-dimensional anti-ambipolar transistors for multifunctional electronics, enabling higher information density and lower power consumption. The new technology paves the way for simplified chip circuit design and versatile applications in digital and analog signal processing.

SourceCity University of Hong Kong·JournalDevice·TypeExperimental study·DateFeb 23, 2024

An electrifying improvement in copper conductivity

Researchers at DOE's Pacific Northwest National Laboratory have discovered that adding a small amount of solid carbon to copper boosts its ability to conduct electricity. The findings could lead to more efficient electricity distribution, as well as more efficient motors for electric vehicles and industrial equipment.

SourceDOE/Pacific Northwest National Laboratory·JournalMaterials & Design·TypeExperimental study·DateDec 20, 2023
Anker Laptop Power Bank 25,000mAh (Triple 100W USB-C)

Anker Laptop Power Bank 25,000mAh (Triple 100W USB-C) keeps Macs, tablets, and meters powered during extended observing runs and remote surveys.

A golden ticket to smaller electronics

A team of researchers at Osaka University developed a new method for direct three-dimensional bonding of copper electrodes using silver, enabling reliable connections at low temperatures without external pressure. The process can be performed under gentle conditions, resulting in permanent connections as small as 20 micrometers.

SourceOsaka University·DateJun 22, 2022
Garmin GPSMAP 67i with inReach

Garmin GPSMAP 67i with inReach provides rugged GNSS navigation, satellite messaging, and SOS for backcountry geology and climate field teams.

Home's electrical wiring acts as antenna to receive low-power sensor data

Researchers at the University of Washington have developed a system that uses home electrical wiring as an antenna to receive low-power sensor data. The technology, called Sensor Nodes Utilizing Powerline Infrastructure (SNUPI), allows for wireless sensors that can transmit information wirelessly and run for decades on a single battery.

SourceUniversity of Washington·DateSep 15, 2010

Study indicates that brain wiring is largely inborn

Researchers found evidence that brain circuitry is present and well-formed at birth, contradicting the long-held view that experience shapes the brain's wiring. The study used innovative surgical techniques to reveal neural connections in newborn ferrets' brains.

SourceDuke University·JournalScience·DateNov 15, 2000

FAA funds Northwestern research on aging wiring

Researchers at Northwestern University are developing a non-destructive test to detect small flaws, latent flaws, and general degradation in commercial aircraft wiring. The FAA is funding the $450,000 grant, which aims to improve aircraft safety by identifying critical degradation levels of aging wiring without removal from its location.

SourceNorthwestern University·DateSep 25, 2000
Rigol DP832 Triple-Output Bench Power Supply

Rigol DP832 Triple-Output Bench Power Supply powers sensors, microcontrollers, and test circuits with programmable rails and stable outputs.