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New optical screen could pave way for cheaper infrared cameras

Researchers have developed a new optical screen that converts infrared light to visible light, making it possible to create cheaper and more compact infrared cameras. The screen, made of tiny structures thousands of times smaller than a human hair, can produce images more than 1000 times brighter than traditional methods.

Enhancing transverse thermoelectric conversion performance in magnetic materials with tilted structural design

Researchers developed artificial materials with improved transverse magneto-thermoelectric conversion performance through structural design. The findings provide new guidelines for designing materials and new ways to utilize the anomalous Nernst effect for practical applications.

SourceNational Institute for Materials Science, Japan·JournalNature Communications·TypeExperimental study·DateDec 12, 2024

How aerial thermal imagery is revolutionizing archaeology

Researchers have demonstrated how aerial thermography is transforming archaeology by introducing a new realm of possibilities for collecting site data. The study showcases the potential of this methodology to reveal archaeological features, detect hidden structures, and analyze environmental conditions.

SourceDartmouth College·JournalAdvances in Archaeological Practice·DateSep 24, 2017

Telltale heat

Infrared thermography is a non-destructive testing method that allows researchers to peer several centimeters into the material of wind turbine rotor blades. This technology enables the detection of minor irregularities and delaminated areas that can cause mechanical stresses and lead to premature failure.