Complex micro and nanodevices are fabricated using a simple strategy that enables sophisticated architectures to be produced.
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A Unique Molding Process for All-Liquid Objects
A team of researchers develop a unique molding process for generating all-liquid structures via interfacial jamming of cellulose nanocrystal (CNC) surfactants. The structures have long-term stability and can adapt or respond to external stimuli, allowing for potential applications in encapsulation, sensors, and liquid electronic devices.
Advanced Light-Weight Structural Materials for Aerospace and Automotive Applications
Bridging the gap from the development of the so-called TNM alloy, through computational materials design, structural characterization with sophisticated in and ex situ methods, engineering properties, manufacturing and processing technologies to all aspects of application.
Nickel a Rich Prospect for Cathode Commercialisation?
Jaephil Cho and co-workers assess the commercial potential of nickel-rich cathode materials, informing decisions on industrial uptake of these materials.
Unlocking the Growth of Thin Films on Polymers
Key global research that is unlocking the secrets to coatings on polymer substrates is summarized and discussed.
Nanochemical Fountain Pen Lithography for Printed Electronics
A nanoprinting strategy to produce nano and microscale lines and components for electronic applications.
From Solar Panel To Suntan Lotion: Bright New Research on Zinc Films
Avery easy, fast, and scalable one-step process for synthesis and deposition of porous ZnO nanocrystalline film by low-temperature atmospheric pressure plasma is presented.
Energy Harvesting Systems and Designs
State-of-the-art harvesting materials and structures are presented with a focus on characterization, fabrication, modeling and simulation, and durability and reliability.
Artificial Muscles – The Vision of Outperforming Human Muscles
A detailed analysis of existing optimization methods, and discussion on the virtues and shortcomings of each method with respect to the various transduction principles such as energy harvesting and actuation, is presented.
Nanogels Reveal The Truth: Genuine or Fake?
A marking protocol is developed in which nanogels are used as a smart biocompatible ink. These interactive markers offer new solutions for security and traceability applications.
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