Electrochemical flow aziridination of terpenes
Due to the inherent physiological properties of nitrogen-containing heterocyclic moieties, the construction of nitrogen-containing compounds has emerged as one of the central issues in contemporary synthetic chemistry over recent decades. Among these.....»»
Simplified calculations reproduce complex plasma flows
Accurate and fast calculation of heat flow (heat transport) due to fluctuations and turbulence in plasmas is an important issue in elucidating the physical mechanisms of fusion reactors and in predicting and controlling their performance......»»
To uncover new fluid flow laws, researchers turn to drinking straws
A team of researchers has uncovered new laws governing the flow of fluids through experiments on a technology thousands of years old: a drinking straw. This knowledge could be useful for improving fluid handling in medical and engineering application.....»»
Earth"s crustal stress can be inferred from fluid flow of fractures in deep boreholes
To gain a deeper understanding of a wide range of geological processes, such as plate tectonics, earthquakes and volcanic diking, we need to have a knowledge of both past and present in situ stress field. In particular, information on crustal in situ.....»»
Hot topic: How heat flow affects the Earth"s magnetic field
Compass readings that do not show the direction of true north and interference with the operations of satellites are a few of the problems caused by peculiarities of the Earth's magnetic field......»»
BMW hits earnings target helped by pricing, China consolidation
BMW's autos business reported an 8.6 percent margin on earnings before interest and taxes (EBIT) of 10.6 billion euros and cash flow of 11.1 billion euros......»»
Study finds the "squishy" outer shell of Venus may be resurfacing the planet
Earth and Venus are rocky planets of about the same size and rock chemistry, so they should be losing their internal heat to space at about the same rate. How Earth loses its heat is well known, but Venus's heat flow mechanism has been a mystery. A s.....»»
Study offers details on using electric fields to tune thermal properties of ferroelectric materials
New research from North Carolina State University sheds light on how electric fields can be used to alter the thermal properties of ferroelectric materials, allowing engineers to manipulate the flow of heat through the materials. Ferroelectric materi.....»»
Unique viscometer design integrates a chip-scale GaN optical device with a bendable strip
Traditional viscometers rely on capillary flow, and falling balls are simple and effective means for measuring fluid viscosity over a large range. However, their low measurement throughput and lack of real-time monitoring capabilities limit their sco.....»»
Lakes collapse and release meltwater during winter causing inland ice to speed up in Greenland, finds study
A team of international researchers has shown for the first time how 18 meltwater lakes in Greenland collapse during winter, which causes the edges of the ice to flow faster. The new knowledge is essential for understanding how climate change influen.....»»
BLU maker Darwin taps into QFN leadframe sector
LED backlight unit (BLU) specialist Darwin Precisions has stepped up its deployment in the QFN leadframe sector, optimizing its photo etching and electrochemical capability, according to company chairman Michael Tsai......»»
Protecting hydroponics from electrochemical hypochlorination damage
Closed loop hydroponics, where nutrient solution drainage is captured and reapplied to the crop, offers advantages over flow-through or single pass systems by way of water and nutrient resource use efficiency. Increasing resource use efficiency reduc.....»»
Cu/CuNC dual-site interface promotes carbon dioxide electroreduction to ethanol
Reducing the energy consumption is one of requirements for scalable electrochemical energy conversion and electrosynthesis, including electrochemical reduction of CO2 (ECR) into chemicals......»»
Groundwater flow accelerates permafrost degradation on the Qinghai-Tibet Plateau
Climate warming and permafrost thawing on the Qinghai-Tibet Plateau (QTP) have changed the distributive features of permafrost, which leads to alterations in soil moisture and permeability, and exerts profound impacts on groundwater flow regimes on t.....»»
Smooth sailing for electrons in graphene: Measuring fluid-like flow at nanometer resolution
Physicists at the University of Wisconsin-Madison have directly measured the fluid-like flow of electrons in graphene at nanometer resolution for the first time. The results appear in the journal Science today......»»
Researchers lift curtain on key feature of interfacial electrochemistry
Materials scientists at Cornell have developed a method for better understanding the complex electrochemical reactions that occur at the interface of water and metal surfaces—an approach that will ultimately lead to better fuel cells and other elec.....»»
Elusive transition shows universal quantum signatures
There are stark differences between metals, through which electrons flow freely, and electrical insulators, in which electrons are essentially immobile. And despite the obvious difficulties in finding a way to switch back and forth from a metal to an.....»»
Tracking the happiness hormone: Electrochemical serotonin microsensors for stable long-term measurement in real time
Dysregulation of serotonin plays a role in many psychiatric disorders, including severe depression and anxiety. In the journal Angewandte Chemie International Edition, a research team has now introduced an implantable, electrochemical microsensor tha.....»»
VW misses full-year cash target amid supply chain woes
The automaker reported preliminary cash flow of around 5 billion euros ($5.36 billion) for 2022, falling well below its target of around 8.6 billion euros......»»
UMC, Cadence collaborate on 3D-IC hybrid bonding reference flow
United Microelectronics (UMC) and Cadence Design Systems have jointly announced that the Cadence 3D-IC reference flow has been certified for UMC's chip stacking technologies......»»
Researchers uncover key mechanisms for sustainable ammonia production
A University of Central Florida research team with collaborators at Virginia Tech has published critical findings about the electrochemical synthesis of ammonia, advancing sustainable fertilizer research and thus aiding global food safety efforts......»»