Articles tagged with Electronic Devices
US study finds that nearly three-quarters of headphone-wearing pedestrian injuries are fatal, mostly among young adult males and under 30 years old. Headphones can mask warning sounds, leading to distraction and sensory deprivation, increasing the risk of accidents.
A new study from University of Texas Medical Branch at Galveston found that elderly patients who suffered in-hospital falls actually moved around no more than those who did not fall. The researchers analyzed the mobility patterns of patients fitted with electronic devices and found no statistical difference in walking between the groups.
Researchers have developed a novel X-ray technique to image atomic displacements in materials, revealing that multiferroics exhibit magnetic and electric polarization due to relative charge displacement. The discovery has significant implications for designing multiferroic materials for practical applications.
Researchers have analyzed the physical and chemical properties of memristors using highly focused x-rays, providing a detailed insight into their behavior. This study is crucial for understanding how memristors work, which will lead to novel applications in semi-autonomous robots and complex electronic circuits.
UC Davis engineers have developed a universal microfluidics connector to bridge biological tests with electronic devices, enabling compact medical diagnostic tools. The 'fit-to-flow' interface could enable cell phones to function as mini microscopes.
A team at the University of Wisconsin-Madison has demonstrated methods to harness electronic oxides for broad applications in nanoelectronic devices. The new process allows the formation of structures that put different oxide layers on top of a silicon substrate, enabling the creation of conducting nanowires and tiny transistors.
The new electrofluidics design combines the best features of both slow and fast electronic devices, requiring low-power and displaying bright images at high speed. This technology is manufacturable using existing equipment, making it a game-changer for environmentally friendly electronics.
Scientists have made progress in developing improved materials for high-performance, rechargeable lithium-ion batteries that can be woven into clothing. These conformable batteries could provide power for a range of devices, including smartphones and GPS units.
Physicists at the University of California, Berkeley discovered that when graphene is stretched, it develops bubbles of quantized electrons behaving in a bizarre way. The discovery opens doors to room-temperature straintronics and control of electronic properties through strain.
Researchers develop a new procedure for mass-producing graphene, a material that could revolutionize electronics devices. The process uses commercially available silicon carbide wafers to produce high-quality graphene with excellent electronic properties.
Researchers have developed a flexible silicon electronics device that can map waves of electrical activity in the heart with high density and speed. The device uses 288 contact points and has the potential to localize and treat abnormal heart rhythms.
Scientists have developed a simple method to produce high-quality graphene on commercially available silicon carbide wafers. This breakthrough enables mass production of graphene, a material with unique electronic properties that could replace silicon in electronics devices.
Researchers at Princeton University have made a breakthrough in quantum physics, discovering an equation that allows computers to model the properties of materials up to 100,000 times faster than previously possible. This new formula enables scientists to study the flaws in materials more effectively, leading to potential advancements ...
Researchers at Cornell University developed a method to control crystal growth, enabling the creation of smooth crystalline films. These films are crucial for producing defect-free semiconductors, a key component in modern computers and cell phones.
Researchers have developed a 'NanoPen' that solves the challenge of creating patterns of nanoparticles for nanotech applications. The device can deposit nanoparticles in seconds, unlike current techniques which take minutes or hours.
A team of MIT researchers has developed a new approach to designing stretchable electronics by studying the delamination of stickers, which can lead to damage in twisted materials. By controlling the strength of adhesion and elastic properties, they can create devices that allow wires to move with the material without breaking.
A team of researchers has discovered a way to turn the electrical resistance of a molecular junction 'on' and 'off' by manipulating its orientation, paving the way for the development of nanoscale electronic devices. The findings could lead to the creation of reliable switches for next-generation electronics.
Physicists at UC Davis developed a technique to capture the magnetic structures of nanostructures buried within electronic devices, enabling new information storage and retrieval methods. This breakthrough enhances spintronics-based technology and facilitates probing variations in physical systems.
Researchers at Brookhaven National Laboratory found that the surface of manganite materials has a more disordered orbital order than their bulk counterparts. This 'surface orbital roughness' affects electron transfer and provides fundamental information for future research and development.
Research on microfluidics widens the possibilities for electronic devices through electrowetting-based liquid-state-field-effect transistors (LiquiFETs). These devices can directly convert charge-related information from liquids into electronic signals, enabling real-time evaluation and adjustment of drug delivery.
Researchers have developed an approach using dense arrays of aligned nanotubes as a thin-film semiconductor material for integration into electronic devices. The arrays can be transferred to unusual substrates and enhance the performance of conventional silicon-based chip technology.
Physicists at UC San Diego observed spontaneous coherence in excitons, a bound pair of electrons and holes that enable semiconductors to function as novel electronic devices. This discovery could lead to the development of new computing devices and insights into quantum properties of matter.
Researchers have developed a hybrid battery that combines the power of a capacitor with the storage capacity of a traditional battery. The device, made from plastic and polypyrrole, has twice the storage capacity of an electric double-layer capacitor and delivers over 100 times more power than a standard alkaline battery.
A novel ceramic oxide of manganese has been found to function as a self-assembled layered integrated circuit, conducting electricity only in certain directions. This opens up the possibility of constructing thin metal layers insulated from other layers, enabling more efficient and powerful devices.
Researchers have developed fully stretchable single-crystal silicon with micron-sized wave-like geometries that can be used in high-performance electronic devices on rubber substrates. The technology has the potential to enable applications such as sensors, artificial muscles, and robotic sensors.
Researchers at Northwestern University have developed a custom-built scanning tunneling microscope to image individual organic molecules on silicon, refining design constraints for molecular electronic devices. The study has also provided insight into surface chemistry, with potential applications in sensing, catalysis, and lubrication.
The National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) has approved standards for electronic methods used in measuring live animals, carcasses, and individual cuts. The new standards aim to increase consistency and confidence in measurements across technologies, benefiting equipment manufacturers, producers, packers, and consumers.
Scientists have found that bacteria can produce uniform nanospheres of selenium with vastly different properties from conventional selenium. These findings could lead to the production of smaller, faster semiconductors and other electronic devices.
Researchers have demonstrated that molecular memories are both durable and practical, with test results showing they can survive high temperatures and up to 1 trillion operational cycles. This finding could spur development of molecule-based memory devices, promising smaller, faster, and more powerful computers.
Researchers at Oregon State University have developed the world's first transparent transistor, made from a common compound that filters out ultraviolet light. The discovery has significant potential for various industries, including consumer electronics, transportation, business, and the military.
Buriak's innovative approach to semiconductor technology enables direct communication between molecular features and devices, allowing for new applications in drug delivery and biological interfaces. Her research has been licensed to a company for in vivo drug delivery, potentially enabling direct interaction with the brain.
A Toronto-based researcher has developed a system that uses acoustic signals to locate and orient devices, mimicking the navigation abilities of blind people. The technology could lead to improved communication devices such as cell phones or hand-held computers within five to ten years.
The three-year award aims to develop an integrated approach to reliable embedded systems, considering real-time issues and resource constraints. Embedded computers are critical in various industries, including medicine and transportation, and their failure can have widespread consequences.
Researchers discovered atom-sized electronic devices on nanotubes, which can conduct electricity like metals or act as semiconductors. This breakthrough may lead to smaller, more efficient devices and reduce heat-related issues.
A new electronic device can detect even small holes in high-pressure gas pipelines, issuing an immediate warning if a pipeline or tank is struck by a hard object. The system relies on listening devices that analyze signal changes from within the vessel to identify leaks.