electronics
Identifying The Paths Of Resistance In Power Semiconductors
Scientists in Japan have measured the relative contribution of three electron-scattering factors that determine resistance and energy efficiency in power semiconductors.
Controlling Devices With The Blink Of An Eye
A blink-sensor attached to your glasses could help you live a truly hands-free life.
An AI Chip To Help Smart Factories Be More Productive
ROHM Semiconductor and A*STAR's IME are developing an AI chip that would boost productivity by speeding up predictive maintenance in smart factories.
Semiconductor Engineer, Plant Scientist Honored With 2017 Kyoto Prize
A semiconductor engineer from Japan and a plant physiologist from Australia are among this year's Kyoto Prize laureates.
How Skyrmions Dance In Sync
Computer simulations reveal new insights into skyrmions, quasi-particles that could be used for next-generation information storage and processing devices.
Paper-Based Power Source Makes The Cut
Inspired by the art of paper-cutting, scientists have designed a light-weight, paper-based device that can harvest and store energy from body movements.
E-Waste In Asia Jumps 63 Percent In Five Years
In just five years, Asian countries produced 12.3 million tonnes of e-waste, a weight 2.4 times that of the Great Pyramid of Giza.
HKU’s Ron Hui Named UK Royal Academy Of Engineering Fellow
Professor Hui was recognized for his research on environmentally-friendly technologies, energy saving features and reduction of electronic waste.
Ultra-Thin Ferroelectric Material Could Power Next-Gen Semiconductors
The ferroelectric material, called called hafnium oxide, could improve the performance of next-generation sensors and semiconductors.
