Articles tagged with Glass
Researchers demonstrate a way to boost smart glass window tinting rates by analyzing single-particle resolution optical imaging. The study finds that optimizing thin film architectures can increase tinting speeds and reduce inefficiencies.
A new microscopic theory describes heat transport in general ways, applying to ordered or disordered materials like crystals or glasses. The equation allows accurate prediction of thermoelectric material performance, which is crucial for efficient energy conversion and cooling.
Researchers at NTNU have developed a method to make optical fibers using gallium antimonide, which can emit infrared light, allowing for longer wavelengths and improved transmission. This could lead to better medical diagnoses and more precise environmental monitoring.
Researchers from IKBFU investigated the influence of internal mechanical stresses on glass-coated amorphous microwires. The study, published in Journal of Magnetism and Magnetic Materials, focuses on optimizing magnetostrictive, magnetostatic, and magnetodynamic properties.
Researchers found a unique assortment of glassy particles, including those resembling meteorite impacts and others with rubber-like composition. The high concentration of these particles suggests they are related to the atomic bomb blast that devastated Hiroshima in 1945.
A team of researchers from Osaka University and Kirin Holdings Company, Limited demonstrated that the texture-formation in a pint glass of Guinness beer is induced by flow of a bubble-free fluid film flowing down along the wall of the glass. The phenomenon is analogous to roll waves observed in water sliding downhill on a rainy day.
Researchers have developed an energy renormalization algorithm to predict glass' mechanical behavior at varying temperatures. This approach enables the design of dynamic materials with optimal properties, scaling molecular simulations up by roughly a thousand times.
Researchers have successfully 3D printed chalcogenide glass using a modified 3D printer, enabling the creation of complex optical components and fibers for low-cost sensors, telecommunications components, and biomedical devices. This breakthrough could pave the way for efficient manufacturing of infrared optical components at a low cost.
Penn State researchers develop a novel zinc germanosilicate glass with high transparency, UV shielding, and favorable forming properties, making it an ideal material for lens applications. The new glass composition overcomes roadblocks associated with achieving high refractive index, such as crystallization and toxicity.
A study by WVU researchers found that exposure to white light at night causes multiple poor outcomes in cardiac arrest models, including greater cell death, more aggressive inflammation, and higher mortality rates. In contrast, dim red light had no detrimental effects.
Researchers at MIT have developed a material that can be tailored to reflect or absorb infrared radiation independently of its visible light properties. The new polymer material can be designed for various applications, including colorful, heat-reflecting building facades and light-absorbing covers for solar panels.
Scientists at University of Freiburg create three-dimensional hollow structures in quartz glass using Glassomer process. This breakthrough enables the production of optical waveguides and microfluidic channels, previously difficult to manufacture due to glass's chemical resistance.
Scientists have discovered a unique fossil site in North Dakota that preserves the remains of hundreds of fish and other organisms killed instantly by a massive asteroid impact 66 million years ago. The site, dubbed Tanis, provides conclusive evidence of the impact's devastating effects on Earth's ecosystems.
A team at The University of Tokyo has described a rare phenomenon called liquid-to-liquid phase transitions in pure substances. The study found that a liquid made of one type of molecule can switch between liquid and glassy states, offering a novel way to control transport properties.
Cornell researchers develop a new solid-state battery technology that is inherently safer and more energy-dense than traditional lithium-ion batteries. This breakthrough enables the creation of smaller, safer batteries with improved recharging capabilities and reduced risk of fires.
Researchers at Immanuel Kant Baltic Federal University developed a method to control the static and dynamic properties of amorphous ferromagnetic microwires by adjusting internal mechanical stress. The study improves understanding of these materials and their potential applications in various fields.
Scientists use confocal Raman spectroscopy to study silicate glass corrosion in real time, discovering that silica molecules form aggregates near the surface, forming an opal-like layer. This layer does not provide perfect protection against water, allowing the corrosion process to continue.
Researchers at Lehigh University have discovered that electrically-heated silicate glass can exhibit highly inhomogeneous temperature profiles, melting near the anode while remaining solid elsewhere. This phenomenon challenges classical Joule's law and has implications for the fabrication and manufacturing of glass and ceramic materials.
A team of researchers found that as the temperature increases, the ergodization time-scale becomes huge, but the time-scales necessary for chaoticity remain practically unchanged. This phenomenon is known as dynamical glass, which emerges from the fragmentation of frozen and seemingly inert regions.
Researchers at EPFL have developed a method to create dielectric glass metasurfaces in just a few minutes, using dewetting to produce flexible and ultra-thin photonic circuits. This breakthrough enables the creation of highly sensitive sensors and flexible optics for various applications.
Researchers discovered that froghoppers pierce leaves with their hind-leg spines to create traction, while also indenting epoxy surfaces to avoid slipping. This unique attachment mechanism could lead to innovative gripping systems for robots.
Researchers have created a theory describing the behavior of superinsulators, which shares properties with quarks. The discovery may lead to experiments that provide conclusive evidence for quark confinement and asymptotic freedom, revolutionizing our understanding of fundamental particles.
A team of researchers has demonstrated that laser-generated crystals in glass can be manipulated to control their ferroelectric domain structure. This allows for the creation of new optical devices with high efficiency and low loss links, crucial for future quantum information transfer systems.
Researchers at MIT have developed a novel 3D printing method for creating transparent glass structures with improved speed, scale and reliability. The G3DP2 platform enables the fabrication of large-scale transparent objects with precise control over behavior and design specifications.
A team of researchers has successfully demonstrated the 'strong-coupling regime' between light and high-frequency acoustic vibrations in a tiny glass structure. By overcoming friction-like processes, they were able to observe signatures of the light-sound dance and pave the way for future experiments at near-absolute zero temperatures.
A team from Osaka University used simulations to connect annealing with mechanical response to strain in glasses. They found that glasses exhibit four basic trends under different strains, including perfect elasticity, partial plasticity, yielding, and jamming.
A new study published in The Leadership Quarterly challenges the 'glass cliff' phenomenon, which suggests women are more likely to be appointed to precarious management positions. However, the research found no evidence of a 'glass cliff', but rather a persistent 'glass ceiling' that prevents women from advancing to leadership position...
Researchers at MIT used a deep neural network to reconstruct transparent objects from low-exposure images taken in the dark. The technique could illuminate features of biological tissues and cells in low-light conditions, reducing the need for excessive light exposure that can damage specimens.
Scientists at FEFU create non-destructive method to visualize and quantify defects in transparent materials like single crystals, glasses, and ceramics. The method uses confocal laser scanning microscopy (CLS) to retrieve characteristics of high-density objects with enhanced precision.
Recent studies have questioned the conventional dating of indigenous sites in Ontario, Canada, with new evidence pointing to a 50-100 year shift in dates. The findings suggest that early contact between indigenous people and Europeans may have occurred later than previously thought.
The new material allows for more data to be stored on CDs and microchips, with potential applications in high-density memories and devices that mimic human brains. It also addresses a problem called drift, which affects current materials' stability.
A study published in PLOS ONE found that the glass sponge Vazella pourtalesi has persisted on the Scotian Shelf, which experiences strong multi-decadal variability in temperature and salinity. The sponge's ability to adapt to these changes suggests its potential response to future climate change.
Researchers from the University of Houston and Pacific Northwest National Laboratory are investigating what causes nuclear waste glass to dissolve over time. They found that zeolite crystals facilitate faster dissolution, and are exploring ways to slow or impede their formation.
Researchers have discovered that polymer nanoparticles exhibit distinct characteristics compared to larger particles of the same material, including surface mobility and elastic modulus. The findings could improve the performance of materials used in various applications, such as filter membranes and sound wave propagation.
Researchers used state-of-the-art techniques to measure cell forces and stresses in zebrafish embryos, discovering a fundamental physical mechanism for shaping embryonic tissues. This finding provides insight into human health issues like cancer formation and organ engineering.
A University of Houston engineer is leading a $800,000 project to improve the safety of storage containers for nuclear waste. The team will explore ways to reduce or avoid the degeneration of glass containers used to store radioactive waste.
New research from the University of Chicago Booth School of Business identifies three key reasons for the glass ceiling's persistence: women often choose lower-paying fields, psychological differences affect risk-taking, and caregiving responsibilities limit career advancement.
Researchers analyzed 265 Samarra glass artefacts to reconstruct the city's glass supply and exchange networks during the Abbasid Caliphate. The findings suggest a mix of local production and imports from the Levant and Egypt, highlighting Samarra's importance in early Islamic art and architecture.
Researchers created a lensless camera by connecting a digital sensor to a plexiglass window, which acts as a makeshift lens. The system can capture recognizable images with computer algorithms decoding the pixelated data. This innovation opens up possibilities for various applications, including augmented reality goggles and biometric ...
A new study suggests that nitrous oxide, a powerful greenhouse gas, played a significant role in keeping early Earth warm. The research found that nitrous oxide could have reached ten times today's levels, providing an extra boost of global warming under the Faint Young Sun Paradox.
A team of international scientists has estimated the amount of highly radioactive cesium-rich microparticles released by the Fukushima power plant disaster. The research found that around 78% of radioactive cesium was released as glassy particles, which concentrated radiation in affected areas.
A new therapy using Google Glass and a smartphone app has been shown to improve social skills in children with autism by helping them recognize facial expressions. The treatment, called 'Superpower Glass,' uses machine learning to identify eight core emotions and provides instant rewards for correct identifications.
A team of engineers at the University of Notre Dame is using Tiki torches to simulate real-world driving conditions for testing diesel particulate filters. They aim to develop a low-cost catalyst that can reduce soot oxidation temperatures, improving efficiency and reducing emissions.
Researchers develop a material made from laser-blasted glass doped with rare earth erbium ions, which could be used in integrated optical circuits. The material has promise as a broadband planar waveguide amplifier and could enable miniaturization of telecommunication devices.
Researchers at OIST have created a new sensor design using hollow glass bubbles to detect tiny particles, increasing sensitivity and efficacy. This technology has potential applications in detecting toxic molecules in water and blood-borne viruses in rural areas.
Researchers developed a new technique to generate an intense, nanoscale antenna that can detect single biomolecules by harnessing polaritons. The antennas concentrate light in small volumes, increasing its intensity and creating optical fields strong enough to exert force on nearby particles.
Carlex Glass America has licensed Oak Ridge National Laboratory's superhydrophobic coating technology to improve driver visibility and safety in inclement weather. The coating enables water to bounce off, reducing light reflection and fingerprints.
At temperatures near absolute zero, systems of atoms violate basic laws of statistical mechanics and thermodynamics. A novel non-equilibrium state, coined as dynamical glass phase, is observed where energy is not evenly distributed, leading to a new understanding of complex systems.
Studies found that humans use efficient cues to discriminate between reflective and transparent materials, estimating material states without needing all information. Researchers developed a model correlating closely with human perception, suggesting simple information processing in the brain.
Researchers at Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory have developed a 'thin triple' super window design that is seven times more insulating than a single-glazed window. The new technology could save $10 billion annually in energy costs, outperforming insulated walls in winter.
Ultrastable glass layers significantly increase OLED efficiency and stability by up to 15%. This breakthrough allows for better competition in markets like automotive lighting and head-mounted displays. The research was carried out jointly by Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona and Technische Universität Dresden.
Researchers from Universitat Autonoma de Barcelona and Technische Universität Dresden demonstrate the use of ultrastable film formation to improve OLED performance. This breakthrough leads to significant increases in efficiency and operational stability, with improvements tracked back to differences in exciton dynamics.
Researchers have developed a forming technology that allows for the structuring of quartz glass like a polymer, opening up new opportunities for the glass processing industry and various fields such as optics, data technology, and medical engineering. The process involves mixing small glass particles with a liquid polymer and then hard...
Researchers at PNNL have successfully vitrified three gallons of low-activity Hanford tank waste, immobilizing radioactive and chemical materials within a durable glass waste form. The laboratory-scale demonstration is an important step toward treating millions of gallons of hazardous waste generated during past plutonium production.
A team of researchers from the Institute of Industrial Science at The University of Tokyo investigated glass-forming behavior by simulating two model systems. Their findings reveal that a single parameter governs the process, allowing for potential applications in various fields, including materials science and engineering.
Researchers at Oregon State University have developed transparent transistors that can be fabricated onto curved surfaces, paving the way for improved diabetes therapy. This innovation is a key step towards creating an artificial pancreas, which can detect blood sugar levels and transmit information to a wearable insulin pump.
TeleHuman 2 brings actual holograms to life, allowing people in different locations to appear before one another in life-size 3D. The system enables face-to-face interaction with a realism that cannot be achieved with traditional video conferencing tools, promoting empathy and emotional connotation.
A recent UTSA study found that wearable technology, including Google Glass and smart phones, can cause significant distraction while driving. Despite a perceived marginally reduced risk with wearable devices, the study reveals that texting or using these technologies increases the danger of accidents.
Professor William Lee's research uses mathematical modeling to investigate topics such as Guinness bubbles and filter coffee machines. His work has led to the development of a mathematical model for coffee brewing that can aid machine design, and he is now exploring the link between strength and flavor in espresso.
The study reveals a clear correlation between structural order and dynamics in supercooled liquids, indicating that glass formation is thermodynamic. The researchers found that the link between slow alpha and fast beta modes has a common structural origin, resolving two issues at once.