Vertical-cavity surface-emitting laser (VCSELs) are a type of semiconducting laser diode used across many optical communications applications.
By Liam Critchley
21 May 2018
The primary driver of solar cell research development is the quest to enhance efficiency while reducing costs.
By Brett Smith
21 May 2018
Bessel beam microscopy, and the techniques that preceded it, are generally used to image live cells in 3D. Bessel beams have a greater capability than other super-resolution imaging techniques for many reasons, and in this article, we look how these Bessel beam microscope systems work.
By Liam Critchley
1 Nov 2018
Exploring chemical mixing methods, this study compares laminar and turbulent flow techniques and their impact on reaction yields in chemistry.
Lasers use beams of highly focused or collimated light which are now used in several surgical applications to cut and coagulate various types of tissues. This article presents a very brief overview of how they achieve this goal.
By Dr. Liji Thomas
15 May 2018
Recently, attention has been focusing on the development of smart materials, that is, materials which can change their mechanical properties such as stiffness, shape memory, actuation and self-healing, in response to several types of stimuli such as temperature or certain chemicals. These responsive materials can be used for a wide range of applications.
By Dr. Liji Thomas
15 May 2018
he storage of electric energy on a large scale has become an area of increasing interest, especially when considering the growing demand of developing renewable energy sources that can be stored for extended periods of time.
By Benedette Cuffari
14 May 2018
The relationship between 3D printing and heat treatment is equally beneficial, as the heat treatment of 3D printed projects has been shown to dramatically increase the strength and stiffness of certain 3D printed parts, whereas the 3D printing of heat treatment parts can be advantageous in the manufacturing process and subsequent properties of the 3D printed parts.
By Benedette Cuffari
14 May 2018
Organic rheology modifiers come in many shapes and sizes. They are used throughout various industries, from cosmetics to paints and beyond, to change many properties of a formulation-based product. The addition of these modifiers can bring various benefits depending on the product and the modifier. In this article, we look at the properties of some of the most common organic rheology modifiers.
By Liam Critchley
14 May 2018
Fiber-reinforced plastics (FRP), also known as fiber-reinforced polymers, are a category of composite plastics specifically using fiber materials to mechanically augment the elasticity and strength of the plastic. They consist of a polymer matrix – the original plastic which is usually tough but weak – which is blended with a reinforcing material to yield a final product with the desired material or mechanical properties.
By Kerry Taylor-Smith
14 May 2018