Advances in selective laser sintering of polymers
Researchers at Fudan University, China, reviewed the fundamental mechanisms and recent developments in the selective laser sintering (SLS) of polymers, which is of great help for researchers to learn more about the fantastic additive manufacturing me.....»»
Organic electronics lead to new ways to sense light
The past few decades have seen astonishing advances in imaging technology, from high-speed optical sensors that process over two million frames per second to tiny lensless cameras that record images using a single pixel......»»
There aren"t many Dyson deals this week, but we found a few hidden gems
Get the cordless V15 Detect vacuum with a laser for $599.99 or a refurbished Supersonic hair dryer for $249.99 as of Jan. 22. UPDATE: Jan. 22, 2024, 2:00 p.m. EST This post has been updated with the latest list of Dyson vacuums, air-purifyi.....»»
The growing influence of Gen Z in the workforce
Dr. David Drewery is the associate director of the Work-Learn Institute—a research, education and consulting unit at the University of Waterloo that advances work-integrated learning programs for employers and higher education institutions......»»
Using An Old Blu-Ray Player To Make A Scanning Laser Microscope
Of all the various and ever changing genres of making things, one that will always be near and dear to my heart will be the folks who take depreciated or broken items and make something new with it. I really found this project interesting. Blu-Ray p.....»»
Research reveals quantum topological potential in material
New research into topological phases of matter may spur advances in innovative quantum devices. As described in a new paper published in the journal Nature Communications, a research team including Los Alamos National Laboratory scientists used a nov.....»»
Out with the old and in with the improved: MFA needs a revamp
From AI to ZTA (zero-trust architecture), the technology responsible for protecting your company’s data has evolved immensely. Despite the advances, cybercriminals repeatedly find new and creative ways to gain access to sensitive information. This.....»»
Reaching the quantum ground state of sound in waveguides: Scientists move a step closer
A team of scientists at the Max Planck Institute for the Science of Light led by Dr. Birgit Stiller has succeeded in cooling traveling sound waves in waveguides considerably further than has previously been possible using laser light. This achievemen.....»»
Genetic study offers little evidence of Black Death having selective impact on genetic variation in England
A team of archaeologists, geneticists and pathologists affiliated with a host of institutions across Europe, working with one colleague from the U.K. and another from the U.S., has found little evidence of the Black Death causing genetic variants to.....»»
Scientists develop high-power optic fiber laser to power nano satellites
The use of lasers in space is a reality. Even though radio waves have been the backbone of space communications for ages, the demand to convey more data, in a faster way, made these lighter, more flexible, and more secure infrared rays (invisible to.....»»
Ground-fired lasers to be tested in fight against space junk
A team of researchers in Japan is working on a system that uses laser beams fired from the ground to knock out pieces of hazardous space junk......»»
Research team uses water as a nonlinear medium for ultra-broadband white laser
Scientists are making significant strides in the development of ultrabroadband white laser sources, covering a wide spectrum from ultraviolet to far infrared. These lasers find applications in diverse fields such as large-scale imaging, femto-chemist.....»»
Ultrafast laser pulses could lessen data storage energy needs
A discovery from an experiment with magnets and lasers could be a boon to energy-efficient data storage......»»
Unpacking social equity from biodiversity data: An interdisciplinary policy perspective
Biodiversity data collection is growing exponentially. The increase is driven in part by international commitments to conservation, market investments and technological advances, and the growing urgency of human impacts including climate change. Nati.....»»
The role of ExtSpecR in streamlining UAV-based tree phenomics and spectral analysis
Unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) have revolutionized forestry by enabling high-throughput data collection of tree phenotypic traits. Despite advances in remote sensing and object detection technologies, accurate detection and spectral data extraction.....»»
Review: Glowforge Pro Laser Cutter
We got to get hands-on with the Glowforge pro. Beautiful hardware with limited software and frustrating pay to play business model. The post Review: Glowforge Pro Laser Cutter appeared first on Make: DIY Projects and Ideas for Makers......»»
Decorated nanoparticles prevent anaphylaxis without causing side effects in mouse study
Northwestern University researchers have developed the first selective therapy to prevent allergic reactions, which can range in severity from itchy hives and watery eyes to trouble breathing and even death......»»
Going beyond plastic: Tara gum as a green polymer
Synthetic, non-biodegradable plastics are major sources of environmental pollution and have prompted rising interest in sustainable, biodegradable alternatives derived from natural polymers. "Tara gum," derived from the seeds of the tara tree (Caesal.....»»
Researchers develop technique to synthesize water-soluble alloy nanoclusters
In recent years, ultrasmall metal nanoclusters have unlocked advances in fields ranging from bioimaging and biosensing to biotherapy, thanks to their unique molecular-like properties......»»
Review covers optical aspects of quantitative photoacoustic tomography
Quantitative photoacoustic tomography (QPAT) is a medical imaging technique that combines laser-induced photoacoustic signals and ultrasound detection to create detailed three-dimensional images of biological tissues. The process involves irradiating.....»»
Using "Kerr solitons" to boost the power of transmission electron microscopes
When light goes through a material, it often behaves in unpredictable ways. This phenomenon is the subject of an entire field of study called "nonlinear optics," which is now integral to technological and scientific advances from laser development an.....»»