An invisible keyhole via transparent electronics
Hard times for burglars and safecrackers: Empa researchers have developed an invisible "keyhole" made of printed, transparent electronics. Only authorized persons know where to enter the access code......»»
Exploring the ingenious science and science fiction of making things invisible
Greg Gbur chats about his book Invisibility: The History and Science of How Not to be Seen. Enlarge / H.G. Wells' The Invisible Man inspired a 1933 film. It's just one cultural example of the human fascination with invisibility......»»
Visualizing the topology of electrons with "3D glasses"
They are seen as a beacon of hope for energy-saving electronics and the high-tech of the future: topological quantum materials. One of their properties is the conduction of spin-polarized electrons on their surface—even though they are actually non.....»»
New superconductors can be built atom by atom, researchers show
The future of electronics will be based on novel kinds of materials. Sometimes, however, the naturally occurring topology of atoms makes it difficult for new physical effects to be created. To tackle this problem, researchers at the University of Zur.....»»
Researchers invent trap for capturing and comparing individual bacterial cells
All hospitals battle an invisible threat: Pseudomonas aeruginosa. It is a type of bacteria that affects thousands of patients each year in intensive care units, where it can cause sepsis, pneumonia and other types of infections......»»
Prime Day deals: MacBooks from $740, $549 M2 Mac mini, Dyson up to 36% off, more
Today's hottest deals include up to 50% off Amazon Fire tablets, 24% off a 10.2" iPad, a Fire TV Stick Lite for $15, 43% off a Garmin Instinct Solar Smartwatch, up to 92% off Samsung electronics & accessories, and more.Score MacBooks as low as $740Th.....»»
Review: Unihertz Jelly Star: Miniaturized Maker Mobile
Manufacturer: Unihertz Kickstarter Campaign Price: $170 Unihertz Jelly Star: Miniaturized Maker Mobile? I remember my first phone: it was transparent blue, and it … plugged into the wall. But once things became a bit more mobile, I was very excite.....»»
Study asks if eponymous business owners are more reticent about the transparent disclosure of company finances
It is not uncommon for business owners to bestow their own names upon a firm. There are many well-known examples—in the U.K., there's Dyson; in the U.S., there's Ben & Jerry's; while, in Europe, one might think of Bosch or Porsche......»»
Samsung flags massive drop in quarterly profit as chip glut drags on
Samsung Electronics reported a likely 96% plunge in second-quarter operating profit on Friday, largely in line with forecasts, as an ongoing chip glut drives large losses in the tech giant's key business despite a supply cut......»»
International team studies evolution of the commons as a business model
A team led by Jinhyo Yun, Principal Researcher of the Division of Electronics and Information System, of the Daegu Gyeongbuk Institute of Science and Technology (DGIST) have published "Evolution of the Commons as a Business Model," a study jointly co.....»»
Research team develops more affordable and brighter film lighting technology
A research team led by Dr. Byeong-dae Choi at the DGIST Division of Electronics & Information System has greatly improved the efficiency of zinc sulfide powder-based electroluminescent devices by applying silver nanofilms. The study was published in.....»»
Impact of film thickness in laser-induced periodic structures on amorphous Si films
Since the scientists at Bell Labs invented the world's first transistor in December 1947, a revolution in microelectronics technology has profoundly affected lifestyles worldwide. As electronics get smaller and smaller, it is a challenge to find an e.....»»
I bet this 8K TV isn’t as expensive as you thought
As far as electronics go, a staple of the modern home, and nearly a necessity at this point, is a TV, and not just any TV will do. High-resolution video, smart functionality with internet connectivity, and excellent sound are all top qualities of a g.....»»
I bet this 8K TV isn’t as expensive as you would think
As far as electronics go, a staple of the modern home, and nearly a necessity at this point, is a TV, and not just any TV will do. High-resolution video, smart functionality with internet connectivity, and excellent sound are all top qualities of a g.....»»
Cramming CircuitPython Into Your Baby’s Toys
What does any self respecting electronics wiz do when they have a house full of baby toys and the knowledge to build custom circuitry? Obviously you customize stuff to play better music. Adafruit has just shown some prototypes of their new “To.....»»
The invisible plant technology of the prehistoric Philippines
Stone tools bear microscopic evidence of ancient plant technology, according to a study published June 30, 2023 in the open-access journal PLOS ONE by Hermine Xhauflair of the University of the Philippines Diliman and colleagues......»»
Researchers create edible, transparent composite packaging with biocellulose
Plastic food packaging accounts for a significant proportion of plastic waste in landfills. In the face of escalating environmental concerns, researchers are looking to bio-derived alternatives......»»
Research team"s novel metal-organic framework could help advance semiconductors
A team of Clemson University chemists has constructed a novel two-dimensional electrically conductive metal-organic framework (MOF), a breakthrough that could help advance modern electronics and energy technologies......»»
Arduino UNO R4 WiFi
The Arduino UNO, first announced at our own Maker Faire, is one of the — if not the — most recognizable icons of the maker movement. It was an Uno-like board, the Diecimila, that got this humble author excited about hacking on electronics projec.....»»
Eaton to invest $22.5M in Michigan electrification research lab
The 10,000-square-foot lab for testing of powered electronics and high-speed dynamometers represents another injection of jobs in Marshall, Mich., as Ford plans a $3.5 billion battery plant and create 2,500 jobs in the community......»»
DEAL: Get the Nokia T20 Tablet for up to $60 Off!
The Nokia T20 is a tempting choice for folks on the hunt for a relatively-affordable Android tablet, and this new offer from Amazon brings down its cost from the standard retail price. Nokia’s expansion of its consumer electronics ran.....»»