How metal atoms can arrange themselves on an insulator
In order to produce tiny electronic memories or sensors in the future, it is essential to be able to arrange individual metal atoms on an insulating layer. Scientists at Bielefeld University's Faculty of Chemistry have now demonstrated that this is p.....»»
Innovative membrane platform enables analysis "down to a handful of gas atoms"
Northwestern University researchers have developed a novel method to host gas molecules as they are being analyzed in real time, using honeycomb structures found in nature as inspiration for an ultra-thin ceramic membrane they incorporated to encase.....»»
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BMW partners with Figure to use humanoid robot to build cars in U.S.
The robots will be integrated into the manufacturing processes at BMW's U.S. plant including the body shop, sheet metal and warehouse in the next 12-24 months, after being trained to perform specific tasks......»»
Cobalt-free batteries could power cars of the future
Many electric vehicles are powered by batteries that contain cobalt—a metal that carries high financial, environmental, and social costs......»»
Metal Gear Solid Delta: Snake Eater: release date window, developer, trailers, and more
The hit PS2 title Metal Gear Solid Delta: Snake Eater is often considered the best by fans and critics alike. Here's what we know about the remake......»»
New material opens up possibility of converting water pollutants into hydrogen gas
WPI Researchers have developed a material to remove urea from water and potentially convert it into hydrogen gas. By building these materials of nickel and cobalt atoms with carefully tailored electronic structures, the group has unlocked the potenti.....»»
New method for integrating electro-optic heterointerfaces in MIS structures for plasmonic waveguide modulation
Researchers at the University of Toronto, led by Dr. Amr S. Helmy, have developed a new method for integrating electro-optic SiO2/ITO heterointerfaces into metal–insulator–semiconductor (MIS) structures. This breakthrough is expected to lead to t.....»»
Unlocking the secrets of quasicrystal magnetism: Revealing a novel magnetic phase diagram
Quasicrystals are intermetallic materials that have garnered significant attention from researchers aiming to advance condensed matter physics understanding. Unlike normal crystals, in which atoms are arranged in an ordered repeating pattern, quasicr.....»»
A cheap substitute for expensive metal in an industrially common chemical reaction
The chemical industry commonly uses rare, expensive metals to produce pharmaceuticals and other essential substances. Replacing these metals whenever possible with more abundant, cheaper substitutes would benefit environmental sustainability, lower c.....»»
Research reveals gas-phase migration route for formation of strong metal-support interaction state
Strong metal-support interaction (SMSI) is one of the most important concepts in heterogeneous catalysis. Triggered by pretreatment or reaction processes, the supported metal nanoparticles may be partially or completely encapsulated by support-derive.....»»
Snow-capped mountains at risk from climate change
Humans store water in huge metal towers and deep concrete reservoirs. But nature's water storage is much more scenic—the snowpack that tops majestic mountains. Even if we don't realize it, humans rely on those natural water towers just as much if n.....»»
Scientists build mass-producible miniature quantum memory element
Researchers at the University of Basel have built a quantum memory element based on atoms in a tiny glass cell. In the future, such quantum memories could be mass-produced on a wafer......»»
"Quantum ping-pong": Two atoms can be made to bounce a single photon back and forth with high precision
Atoms can absorb and reemit light—this is an everyday phenomenon. In most cases, however, an atom emits a light particle in all possible directions—recapturing this photon is, therefore, quite hard......»»
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......»»
"Sudden death" of quantum fluctuations defies current theories of superconductivity
Princeton physicists have discovered an abrupt change in quantum behavior while experimenting with a three-atom-thin insulator that can be easily switched into a superconductor......»»
The first assessment of toxic heavy metal pollution in the Southern Hemisphere over the last 2,000 years
Human activity, from burning fossil fuels and fireplaces to the contaminated dust produced by mining, alters Earth's atmosphere in countless ways. Records of these impacts over time are preserved in everlasting polar ice that serves as a sort of time.....»»
Study uncovers low-temperature deformation mechanism of pure titanium
Titanium (Ti), often hailed as the wonder metal for its remarkable properties, has many applications in aerospace, marine, and biomedicine industries. Known for their low density, high strength, high ductility, great corrosion resistance, and excelle.....»»
Looking at the sides of molecules: Lateral force microscopy reveals previously unseen hydrogen atoms
Researchers at the University of Regensburg and the Graz University of Technology have shown that hydrogen atoms at the sides of molecules lying on a surface can directly be seen. The study, published in the journal Proceedings of the National Academ.....»»
Chemists develop new approach to inserting single carbon atoms into rings
Molecules with a central ring system play an important role in the search for active ingredients for new pharmaceutical products—and it is important that the rings should have the correct size if the desired product is to be manufactured as efficie.....»»
Metal Gear Solid 3 Remake Expected Soon
No specific release date was given for the remake however, so fans will have to be a bit more patient at the moment. The post Metal Gear Solid 3 Remake Expected Soon appeared first on Phandroid. Following the launch of the Metal Gear Solid.....»»