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More Efficient Space Engine Uses Carbon Nanotubes
More Efficient Space Engine Uses Carbon Nanotubes
Nanotubes promise better ion-propulsion efficiency.
This Antenna Bends but Won't Break
Injecting liquid metal into a polymer results in a twistable, stretchable antenna.
A Cheaper Hydrogen Catalyst
Using nickel as a catalyst rather than platinum could also mean less-expensive fuels cells.
Cheaper Color-Changing Window
Thin, battery-like films change color when the weather changes.
Origami Solar Cells
Silicon sheets self-assemble into spheres to capture more light.
Practical Nanotube Electronics
Researchers develop a new method for making efficient nanotube transistor arrays.
Thin-Film Solar with High Efficiency
Solexant is printing inorganic solar cells with nanomaterials.
A 25-Year Battery
Long-lived nuclear batteries powered by hydrogen isotopes are in testing for military applications.
Biodegradable Transistors
Electronics that break down in the body could be useful in temporary medical implants and drug delivery.
Mimicking the Building Prowess of Nature
Scientists build new materials using inspiration from complex biological forms.
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Solar Costs Heading Down
Researchers are creating novel types of photovoltaic devices that could finally make solar power a broadly practical source of renewable energy.
Solar Costs Heading Down
Silicon shortages drove up prices, but supplies are now increasing.
Fresh Evidence of Ancient Life on Mars?
The Chemistry of Thanksgiving
A Molecular Machine in Action
Where Scientific Stimulus Funding Went
Lunar Crater Contains Water
Self-Cleaning, Super-Absorbant Solar Cells
The Surprising Contents of Titan's Lakes
A Personal Power Generator
Computer-Predicted Catalysis
Electronic Wasteland

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