Researchers at the National
Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) have developed a method to
measure the toughness—the resistance to fracture—of the thin insulating
films that play a critical role in high-performance integrated circuits. The
new technique could help improve the reliability and manufacturability of ICs
and, better yet, it’s one that state-of-the-art microelectronics manufacturers
can use with equipment they already own.
In the comics, the Phantom is a masked crimefighter who protected the innocent
from pirates, hijackers and other evildoers. While not as dashing or exciting
as its costumed namesake, this electromagnetic phantom—a carbon and polymer
mixture that simulates the human body—is being readied by the National
Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) for its upcoming role as a
different kind of protector. The NIST phantom serves as a mannequin in a standardized
performance test for walk-through metal detectors or WTMDs such as those used
at airports.
Gyros Precision Tools, an undisputed leader in the market for more than eight decades has recently made its online presence by introducing its top-of-the-class hand tools for individuals as well as heavy industry use. Fo...
In a series of programs spotlighting innovative local companies, Dutch regional
TV has recently featured Almelo-based analytical X-ray specialists, PANalytical. In one program, students were set a seasonal challenge – to identify which
Christmas chocolate had been contaminated with a sleep-inducing drug.
LayTec
is currently developing the product for in-line monitoring of thin-film solar
cell production processes. The upcoming sensor systems will measure the thickness
of all functional layers and provide information on optical properties of the
layer materials as well as surface roughness and formation of interdiffusion
regions between layers.
Researchers at MIT have made significant progress in understanding a class of materials that has resisted analysis for decades. Their findings could lead to the rapid discovery of a variety of useful new kinds of glass m...
PolyOne Corporation (NYSE: POL), a premier provider of specialized polymer materials, services and solutions, today announced several developments aimed at further strengthening its sustainability strategy.
Recently,...
Playing helps children to develop their mental, physical and social functions.
On the other hand the term ‘discapacity’ means a limitation in the
ability to play in some specific field. Taking these concepts into account,
the percentage of suitable toys is insufficient, according to a study carried
out by AIJU.
BASF
is increasing its production of low molecular weight, highly reactive polyisobutene
(HR PIB). Between now and 2010 the company will increase its annual capacity
by 25,000 metric tons. The polymer, marketed worldwide under the Glissopal®
trademark, is an intermediate product which is used to manufacture additives
for fuels and lubricants.
Complementary competencies within piezoceramic technology, electro active polymer technology (DEAP) and electronics will ensure a sweeping innovation in power electronics. The new DEAP actuators with integrated high volt...
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