Invention
Intended to further the progress of technology and keep up to date with the latest developments, usually by reporting articles that represent findings in the field of technology.
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Sharkskin technology helps airlines save fuel and reduce emissions
The thin film on the plane's surfaces reduces drag while adding very little weight.
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New method to destroy toxic ‘forever chemicals’ in drinking water
A new technique can break down 95% of toxic "forever chemicals" in water.
Invention
Renewable biosolvents help clean up the manufacture of solar panels
Enhancing organic solar cells' green glow!
Invention
New biobatteries power ingestible cameras in the small intestine
Capsule-sized ingestible biobatteries could allow a new view of digestive system.
Invention
Harvesting electricity from wood soaking in water
Scientists managed to harvest electricity by passing water through refined wood.
Invention
Compliant and conductive carbon nanomaterial for on-skin electronics
Soft-touch sensitivity!
Invention
Novel bulk metal alloy boasts the largest tensile elastic strain at room temperature
New alloy showed a large elastic limiting strain greater than 4.3%.
Invention
Magnetic material rapidly removes hazardous microplastics from water
A cost-effective way to rapidly remove hazardous microplastics from water using magnets.
Invention
Researchers develop new wood-based degradable plastic
The new material could enable circular home furnishings and building materials.
Invention
Low-cost sensor records the level of rivers around the clock
The cost-effective sensor is suitable for area-wide flood warning systems.
Invention
Smart plastic could lead to more flexible electronics and robotics
Novel material can be manipulated to be soft and stretchy or hard and rigid using only light and a catalyst.
Invention
Converting waste paper into crucial component of lithium-ion batteries
NTU researchers turned paper waste into battery parts for smartphones and electric vehicles.