Energy, Power
Wastewater treatment reactor improves energy costs, reduces pollution
Systems featuring a 'membrane-aerated biofilm reactor' can also remove more nitrogen from treatment plant discharges have been developed by University of Michigan researchers.
Sushi-shaped structures may lead to new miniaturized electronics
Synthesizing one-dimensional van der Waals heterostructures may lead to miniaturized electronics that are currently not possible.
Circuit breaker promotes automotive-plant energy efficiency
Communications and power metering capabilities built in
Data transfer system connects silicon chips
A data transfer system that pairs high-frequency silicon chips with a polymer cable as thin a strand of hair has been developed by MIT researchers.
Annual electromechanical expo theme focused on industry growth
EASA's annual convention in June 2021 in Fort Worth, Tex., will focus on the theme of “Keeping industries moving.”
Nanowire could provide a stable superconducting transistor
The cryoyton is a superconducting transistor, inspired by decades-old MIT research, which could boost quantum computers and other superconducting electronics.
Industrial electronics distributor appoints CEO
Allison Sabia, Galco Industrial Electronics president, COO, named as Galco Industrial Electronics CEO starting February 1.
Grant awarded to investigate acoustic graphene properties
Penn State researchers received a National Science Foundation (NSF) grant to further explore the characteristics of an acoustic technology inspired by nanoscale electronics, which could improve electric conductivity.
Metallic nanoparticles could find use in electronics, optics
Rice University scientists extended their technique to produce graphene in a flash to tailor the properties of other 2D materials, which could be used in electronics and optics.
Safer, fast-charging aqueous battery developed
A 3D zinc-manganese nano-alloy anode has been developed, resulting in a stable, high-performance aqueous battery that uses seawater as an electrolyte.
