Tuesday, March 10, 2020

Scientists develop innovative technique to pinpoint coordinates of single atoms

Research team produces most accurate 3D images of 2D materials.

Physicists keep improving 'smart' composites for biomedical sensors

Physicists have successfully tested the new magnetic micro wire-based concept of 'smart' composites production.

Inverse design software automates design process for optical, nanophotonic structures

Better design optimization of optical and photonic components may speed their commercial viability and open new possibilities for a wide range of integrated photonics.

To make ultra-black materials that won't weigh things down, consider the butterfly

Some butterflies have ultra-black wings that rival the blackest materials made by humans, using wing scales that are only a fraction as thick. Here?s how they do it.

Magic twist angles of graphene sheets identified

Researchers identified how twisted graphene sheets behave and their stability at different sizes and temperatures.

An ultimate one-dimensional electronic channel in hexagonal boron nitride

A zero bandgap boundary discovered in insulating hexagonal boron nitride sheets with could pave the way for new nano-electronic devices.

Bouquets of nanoflowers with a golden touch

Using nano size spheres as a starting point, a researcher creates fascinating structures that can have a wide range of shapes and functionalities. They can even get a beautiful flower-like appearance, with nanowires connected by gold nanospheres.

Scientists develop a solution for preparing macroscopic two-dimensional MXenes

Obtaining of macroscopic MXene will not only provide the possible to probe its application in electronic and photonic devices but also stimulate the preparation and applications of other macroscopic MXene materials.