Posts Tagged ‘graphite’
Graphite surprise throws physics for a loop
U. WARWICK (UK) — Astrophysicists and researchers working with laser-driven nuclear fusion face new challenges after unexpected results from an experiment with strongly heated graphite. Continue…
Wednesday, November 28, 2012 12:48 - 1 Comment
Health & Medicine - Dec 28, 2011 10:53 - 1 Comment
How to build a better hip: Graphite
NORTHWESTERN (US) — Graphite may be the key to designing new materials for hip implants that last longer and are less susceptible to wear and tear. (more…)
Science & Technology - Jun 23, 2011 14:59 - 0 Comments
Coated sand filters dirty water
RICE U. (US) — A bit of nanotech “magic” is turning sand into a super-effective water purifier. (more…)
Science & Technology - Apr 19, 2009 18:12 - 0 Comments
Unzipping to build the future
RICE (US)—Scientists have found a simple way to create basic elements for aircraft, flat-screen TVs, electronics, and other products that incorporate sheets of tough, electrically conductive material. And the process begins with a zipper. (more…)
