Articles tagged with Solid State Chemistry
Scientists at Purdue University have made breakthroughs in understanding the chemistry of aluminum and sodium compounds in high-level radioactive waste. Their study documents the transformation of liquid to solid waste, shedding light on how to minimize nuclear waste volume and predict leakage.
Researchers at Kansas State University have developed a new protective process using phosphates to bond with metal surfaces, preventing corrosion and improving safety. The technology has potential applications in industries such as healthcare, where it could be used to create safer implants.
McGrath has made significant contributions to the development of thermoplastic elastomers, which are widely used in fuel cells and other applications. His work on block copolymers and phosphorous-containing polymers has enabled the creation of materials with improved durability, reliability, and safety.
Researchers at Virginia Tech have successfully synthesized a higher molecular weight polymer, which promises to create stronger materials. The new end groups and synthesis of the monomer could lead to improved mechanical properties, including increased elongation and stretchiness.
Dai and his team have developed a system to control the synthesis of carbon nanotubes, enabling their use in sensing technologies. One type of nanotube structure shows promise as a sensor for detecting nitrogen dioxide, a common pollutant in vehicle exhaust.
Scientists have created a 'singlet diradical' that is stable at room temperature, which has the potential to revolutionize the development of new materials for magnets, magneto-optical devices, and electrical components. This breakthrough could lead to the creation of efficient electrical conductors and non-metallic magnets.
Researchers at UMass are developing new materials from recycled tires, including a solid rubber object that retains 50-90% of its original strength and elasticity. Another material combines asphalt and recycled tires to create an asphalt alternative that withstands high temperatures and remains flexible in low temperatures.
Researchers have successfully fabricated nanowires that combine diverse materials, paving the way for ultra-small-scale electronics and optoelectronic devices. The breakthrough could lead to significant advancements in fields such as energy production and manufacturing, and may even help address concerns about Moore's Law.
Researchers at Virginia Tech use in-situ infrared spectroscopy to observe and control the synthesis of carbon fiber precursors. The study demonstrates the benefits of real-time observation in enhancing reactivity and efficiency in the conversion process.
Chemist John D. Corbett is recognized for his pioneering work in inorganic chemistry, leading to the discovery of novel solid-state compounds with unique structures and properties. His research has enabled the development of products such as cell-phone batteries, catalytic converters, and corrosion-resistant alloys.
University of Toronto researchers have successfully integrated organic molecules and inorganic materials at the molecular scale, creating a new class of composite materials. These hybrid materials have unique properties that could improve their hardness, thermal and electrical insulation, or light emission and magnetism, paving the way...
Researchers develop lasershot peening to enhance material tensile strength and crack resistance, crucial for turbine blades. The surface engineering technique significantly improves fatigue resistance without damaging the material.
The significance of defects in semiconductors cannot be overstated, as they determine many crystal qualities and enable the creation of useful variability. The controlled substitution of host atoms by foreign atoms is a key idea in semiconductor materials engineering.
Researchers find that centrosymmetric materials can exhibit triboluminescence when containing impurities or structural anomalies, challenging traditional understanding of the phenomenon. The study synthesized various esters to investigate the relationship between material structure and triboluminescent activity.
Researchers have created the world's smallest wires, only 6 angstroms in diameter, which can be used to make cables inside a polymer matrix. The tiny wires can act as electrical conductors and may have applications in microelectronics, anti-static materials, and optical uses.