Articles tagged with Electronics
Researchers from Institute of Science Tokyo have developed (Al,Ga,Sc)N thin films with record-high scandium levels, enabling efficient data storage and reducing power consumption. The films also show promise for noise filters and optical computing applications.
A team of researchers from UC3M, MIT and Adobe have developed Imprinto, a system for embedding invisible digital information in printed documents. This technology uses infrared ink and a special camera to enable advanced interaction with physical documents without altering their visual appearance.
Researchers found that smartphone sensors can detect major forms of psychopathology. The study's results may lead to the development of symptom monitoring tools to fill gaps in current practice.
A new imaging technique developed by MIT researchers leverages reflections from wireless signals like Wi-Fi to create accurate 3D reconstructions of objects blocked from view. This approach achieved 96 percent reconstruction accuracy on everyday objects with complex shapes.
A research team developed an analytical model to evaluate the performance of grant-free communications schemes in densely populated IoT environments. They found that interference cancellation improved base station throughput but did not resolve the near-far problem, while power control addressed it but led to decreased overall network ...
A new e-textile platform developed by KAIST's research team combines 3D printing technology with advanced materials engineering to create customized training models for individual combatants. The platform uses flexible and highly durable sensors and electrodes printed directly onto textile substrates, enabling precise movement and huma...
A collaboration between Aston University and RAD Global developed pioneering cold storage boxes to keep food fresh without grid electricity. The RADiCool system extends the safe selling window for fish from 12 to 24 hours, reducing waste and improving livelihoods.
Researchers from Hunan University uncover buildup dynamics of harmonic mode-locking in fiber-based Mamyshev oscillators, achieving high stability and signal-to-noise ratio. The study identifies five distinct phases in the generation of stable harmonic mode-locking, challenging conventional understanding of laser emission.
Researchers at Chalmers University of Technology have developed a highly efficient amplifier that activates only when reading information from qubits. The amplifier consumes just one-tenth of the power consumed by the best amplifiers available today, reducing qubit decoherence and laying the foundation for more powerful quantum computers.
Researchers at Drexel University have developed a low-cost, accessible method to detect structural defects and damage in lithium-ion batteries using ultrasound technology. The technique can identify gas presence, material deficiencies, and other issues that may cause electrical shorts or performance hampers.
Researchers have developed perovskite solar cells that can effectively convert indoor lighting into electrical power. The cells achieved a power conversion efficiency rate of 38.7% under dim light conditions, making them suitable for charging devices in various environments, including offices.
A new type of laser developed by Norwegian University of Science and Technology and partners has solved several problems associated with current-day lasers. The laser can be used in self-driving cars and detects hydrogen cyanide gas in the air with high precision.
Researchers developed a bi-layered coating that addresses traditional flame-retardant limitations, providing immediate and prolonged fire resistance. The innovative design offers superior protection for polymeric and metallic substrates with minimal thickness.
Researchers developed key technologies for precise and high-speed bonding and adhesive technology to address demands of high-performance computing applications. They successfully integrated chips onto a 300 mm waffle wafer, achieving enhanced bonding speed without chip-detachment failures.
Scientists at Northwestern University have developed an algorithm that enables smartwatches to more accurately monitor the calories burned by people with obesity during various physical activities. The technology bridges a critical gap in fitness technology, allowing for more accurate tracking and tailored interventions.
Researchers at Texas A&M University found that websites use browser fingerprinting to track people across browser sessions and sites. Even users who opt out of tracking under privacy laws may still be silently tracked through fingerprinting.
Researchers developed a new fabrication process that integrates high-performance GaN transistors onto standard silicon CMOS chips in a low-cost and scalable way. This technology reduces the temperature of the overall system and improves signal strength, bandwidth, and battery life in mobile phones.
MIT researchers create a novel AI hardware accelerator that performs machine-learning computations at the speed of light, classifying wireless signals in nanoseconds. The photonic chip is scalable, flexible, and energy-efficient, making it suitable for future 6G wireless applications.
Researchers review how geometry engineering improves c-Si's mechanical properties, allowing for high-performance soft electronics. Silicon nanowires with enhanced flexibility, superior mechanical properties, and excellent electrical performance are poised to transform the landscape of flexible electronics.
Bioengineering researchers at Harvard John A. Paulson School of Engineering and Applied Sciences developed a soft, thin, stretchable bioelectronic device that can be implanted into a tadpole embryo's neural plate, recording electrical activity from single brain cells with millisecond precision.
Researchers developed a self-folding origami-based sensor that harnesses the triboelectric effect to generate electricity and eliminate the need for batteries. The device can identify dropped objects with high accuracy, making it suitable for logistics, medical devices, and wearable applications.
Researchers have developed glass-epoxy-based waveguides with low polarization-dependent loss and differential group delay, suitable for stable signal transmission in co-packaged optics. The waveguides demonstrated high power stability and reliability under six hours of continuous use.
Researchers at the University of Tokyo have developed a new transistor design using gallium-doped indium oxide, achieving high mobility and reliable performance. The gate-all-around structure enhances efficiency and scalability, making it suitable for big data and AI applications.
Empa researchers have developed a novel deposition process for piezoelectric thin films using HiPIMS, producing high-quality layers on insulating substrates at low temperatures. The technique overcomes the challenge of argon inclusions by timing the voltage application to accelerate desired ions.
Researchers at Tokyo University of Science developed a self-powered artificial synapse capable of distinguishing colors with remarkable precision. The device generates electricity via solar energy conversion, making it suitable for edge computing applications.
A new model details the kinetics of exciton dynamics in OLED materials, enhancing lifetime and accelerating material development. The findings have potential to improve fluorescence efficiency, leading to more advanced OLED devices.
Researchers at the University of Michigan have demonstrated an efficient blue phosphorescent OLED that can last as long as green OLEDs. The device uses a tandem OLED structure and surface plasmon resonance to improve efficiency.
A new simulation approach has been developed to model plasmas used in computer chip manufacturing, allowing for improved stability and efficiency. The new code accurately conserves energy, helping to ensure the results reflect real physical processes.
Researchers at University of Michigan have discovered a rule-breaking silicone that can conduct electricity, upending assumptions about the material class. The semiconducting properties of the silicone copolymer enable its spectrum of colors, with longer chain lengths producing red tones and shorter chains emitting blue light.
University of Missouri scientists have developed an ice lithography technique that etches small patterns onto fragile biological surfaces without damaging them. The method uses frozen ethanol to protect the surface and apply precise patterns.
Researchers at U of A create a transistor that operates at speeds over 1,000 times faster than modern computer chips. The breakthrough uses quantum effects to manipulate electrons in graphene, enabling ultrafast processing for applications in space research, chemistry, and healthcare.
Researchers have discovered how to tune electromagnetic pulse intensity by adjusting laser energy and gas jet pressure, enabling controlled EMP applications. The study identified four primary sources of EMPs and found a correlation between EMP intensity and electron acceleration.
The University of Michigan researchers discovered a simple annealing method that enhances the quality of materials used in cell phones, sensors and energy harvesting devices. The process boosts piezoelectricity eight times beyond current technology.
Researchers developed a novel CMOS chip-based phased-array receiver that maximizes satellite performance by supporting dual-polarized beams, enabling greater communication flexibility. The innovation doubles the number of controllable beams and improves system capacity, making it crucial for real-world deployments.
Researchers at the University of Surrey unveiled a new type of electronic component called multimodal transistor (MMT) that simplifies display circuits while improving performance and sustainability. The MMT enables compact high-performance circuits suitable for devices like smartphones, tablets and wearables, reducing power requiremen...
Researchers at POSTECH have developed an interlocked electrode-electrolyte system that forms covalent chemical bonds between the electrode and electrolyte, maintaining long-term stability. The IEE-based pouch cell demonstrated significantly higher energy density compared to traditional lithium-ion batteries.
Scientists have developed a new microscope that accurately measures directional heat flow in materials. This advancement can lead to better designs for electronic devices and energy systems, with potential applications in faster computers, more efficient solar panels, and batteries.
Researchers developed a technology to produce high-quality p-type transistors using vapor-deposited tin-based perovskites, achieving high mobility and low power consumption. The innovation enables large-area device arrays and reduces manufacturing costs.
Physicists at the University of Miami have discovered a unique molecule that can conduct electricity without losing energy, paving the way for smaller and more powerful computing devices. The molecule, composed of chemical elements found in nature, offers unparalleled electrical conductance and stability under everyday conditions.
Fraunhofer IAF presents a bidirectional 1200 V GaN switch with integrated free-wheeling diodes, enabling more efficient power electronics for energy generation and mobility. The switch can be used in grid-connected power converters and electric drive systems.
The MyoStep project represents a significant advancement in pediatric mobility aids for children with cerebral palsy, addressing motor impairments that restrict participation in physical activities. The soft power suit provides a lightweight, discreet solution tailored to fit seamlessly into the lives of children and their families.
A research group led by Francesco Greco transformed marker ink into a graphene-based electrical circuit using a laser beam, creating a new frontier in electronics. The innovation uses simple and low-cost materials to generate innovative applications on any surface.
The University of Tennessee and Volkswagen Group of America have partnered on strategic research projects accelerating technology discovery and commercialization. The two have collaborated on lighter composites, high-power wireless charging and material upcycling, influencing Volkswagen brands globally.
Researchers at MIT have developed a new method to fabricate stretchable ceramics, glass, and metals using a double-network design. This material can stretch over four times its size without breaking, making it suitable for tear-resistant textiles and flexible semiconductors.
MIT engineers developed ultrathin electronic films that sense heat and other signals, reducing the bulk of conventional goggles and scopes. The new pyroelectric thin film is highly sensitive to heat and radiation across the far-infrared spectrum, enabling lighter, more portable night-vision eyewear.
Researchers from The University of Tokyo developed a novel water-cooling system with three-dimensional microfluidic channel structures to enhance heat transfer. The new design achieved a significant increase in performance, reaching up to 10^5 COP, surpassing conventional cooling techniques.
Researchers at the University of Michigan have discovered a mechanism that holds new ferroelectric semiconductors together, enabling high power transistors and sensors. The team found an atomic-scale break in the material that creates a conductive pathway, allowing for adjustable superhighways for electricity.
Researchers found a radical new way to move heat, faster than ever before, using hexagonal boron nitride to direct heat like a beam of light. This breakthrough could revolutionize cooling in high-performance electronics, allowing faster and more powerful devices without overheating.
Researchers at Nagoya University developed an ultra-thin loop heat pipe to improve heat control in smartphones and tablets. The device transports heat without electricity, enabling sustained high performance without compromising on design or user experience.
Researchers created a hopping robot that can traverse challenging terrains, carry heavy payloads, and uses less energy than aerial robots. The robot's springy leg and flapping-wing modules enable it to jump over obstacles and adjust its orientation mid-air.
A new study published in PLOS Digital Health found that older drivers with GPS navigation systems tend to drive more frequently, suggesting these tools help maintain driving mobility. The research reveals that using GPS can alleviate spatial orientation difficulties and support older adults' independence on the roads.
Researchers at Columbia University School of Engineering and Applied Science have developed a new biologically inspired bottom-up way for 3D electronics to build themselves using DNA. The technique allows for the creation of complex structures with nanoscale precision, which could lead to more powerful and dense electronic devices.
Researchers from Tsinghua University proposed a novel method for calculating Critical Clearing Time (CCT) sensitivity in power systems with high penetration of power electronic devices. The new method considers the effects of current limiting and control switching in IBRs, providing a tool for stability analysis.
Researchers at MIT created a photon-shuttling interconnect that facilitates remote entanglement, a key step toward developing practical quantum computers. The device enables all-to-all communication between multiple superconducting quantum processors, paving the way for more efficient and scalable quantum computing.
A new platform allows users to rapidly prototype large, sturdy interactive structures without requiring mechanical or electrical engineering expertise. The system utilizes reconfigurable building blocks with integrated electronics that can be assembled into complex devices.
Researchers explore 3D printing-based fabrication methods to overcome challenges in patterning, stability and oxidation issues. Ink modification strategies and auxiliary printing techniques refine fabrication, enabling precise patterning and complex interconnections.
Researchers found that polymers used as flame retardants can break down into dozens of smaller molecules, causing mitochondrial dysfunction and developmental harm. The study also detected these pollutants in soil, air, and dust near electronic waste recycling facilities.
Defects in two-dimensional materials can dramatically alter rippling effects, even stopping the sheet in place. Researchers used machine learning-based computer models to observe the rippling behavior of different materials with and without defects.
Researchers created a fiber computer that can be integrated into clothing to track health conditions and physical activity. The technology achieved an average accuracy of 70% when individually operated, but increased to nearly 95% when connected collectively.
The study introduced an omnidirectional circular ring antenna that operates across a broad frequency range (150 MHz–600 MHz) while maintaining a low profile. The antenna features a compact design, achieving an impedance bandwidth of 12:1 and a lateral diameter of 0.19 times the wavelength.