Researchers report the direct writing of laser-induced graphene on a Kevlar textile. The transformation of Kevlar into graphene can be attributed to the photothermal effect induced by CO2 laser irradiation. Specifically, this resulted in high localized temperature, leading to the ablation and depolymerization of the Kevlar fiber. The remaining carbon atoms are recombined and 'recrystallized' into graphene. Based on this technique, it becomes feasible to prepare various types of flexible electronics on different commercial textiles such as silk and cotton. This will enable the efficient and customized preparation of multi-functional textile electronics.
The realistic mechanical properties of monolayer graphene have been successfully studied by a new method. The groundbreaking discovery will promote the application of graphene in different areas, such as the touch monitor on flexible mobile phones.
An international research group has ended a fifty-year quest by directly observing a quantum phenomenon known as a Kondo screening cloud. This phenomenon, which is important for many physical phenomena such as high-temperature superconductivity, is essentially a cloud that masks magnetic impurities in a material.
To prevent excessive food waste due to accelerated ripening, researchers are developing a new catalyst that degrades ethylene into water and carbon dioxide.
The cell growth with NIR exposure to Si-AuNRs nano heat islands could be an alternative way to grow cells in comparison to the conventional system, such as an incubator.
Flowing liquids are a major part of industry and occurs inside our very own bodies. Investigating how flow effects the charges of the particles in liquid, and therefore its aggregation and dispersion will have plenty of applications to better control the impact and efficiency of surfactants in liquids and the dynamics of how such systems work.
Scientists have combined experimental and theoretical techniques to measure atomic positions of all the atoms in a 2D material and calculate how the arrangement impacts the electronic properties of various regions of the system.
Not too far in the future, expect graphene components in earbud headphones and amplifiers that are integrated into products made by established audio-product manufacturers.
Researchers develop a low-cost and simple device that can rapidly and efficiently deliver nanomaterials into cells.
Researchers have developed a mathematical model that can be used to guide the large-scale production of these ultrathin layers of carbon.
A compact lightweight planar solution for precision automation, testing and assembly, PI's new air bearing systems deliver extremely precise XY motion with travel ranges from 50x50 to 300x300mm.