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Batteries, Capacitors and Supercapacitors - Methods Used for Improvement and Space Applications

Nanomaterials and nanotechnology techniques are being used to improve the power density of batteries. Such improvements using thin films, deposition and thermal spray processes, carbon aerogels, carbon nanotubes and spinel structures are considered here, with special focus on space applications.

9 Mar 2005

Carbon Nanotubes - Processing Methods and Potential Applications in Space

Due to their unique properties, carbon nanotubes can be used for many space industry applications, such as sensors, thermal control, spacecraft, electronics and biomedicine. Also looked at here are various processing technologies for carbon nanotubes, production problems and cost considerations.

9 Mar 2005

Nanostructured and Nanocrystalline Metals, Metal Matrix Composites and Ceramics - Space Applications

Metal and ceramic matrix composites hold extreme potential for advanced applications such as aerospace. Nanostructuring could further improve material properties. The benefits of nanostructuring are outlined, as are other potential applications and processing issues.

8 Mar 2005

Joint Project to Study Nanoparticulate Layer Technology for Improved Efficiency in Display Devices

Cambridge Display Technology (CDT) and ILFORD Imaging have combined forces for a project that will examine how using nanoparticulate layers, polymer light emitting diode (PLED) displays and nanopores, might help to improve the ‘optical efficiency’ of display devices. Posted 7 February 2005.

5 Mar 2005

What Can Nanotechnology Do?

Nanotechnology allows for molecular-level precision, enhancing material properties and enabling applications in medicine, electronics, energy, and aerospace.

By Sarah Moore 16 Sep 2024

Research into the Formation of Nanoparticles in Liquids under Microgravity Conditions

Experiments performed under microgravity conditions let researchers find out more about the formation of nanoparticles in liquids. The article considers electrophoretic techniques, aerogel formation, sol gel, self-organization of biological molecules and thermal transportation in ferrofluids.

5 Mar 2005

Researchers Assess the Evolution of Quantum Dot Imaging and Reveal its Potential in Cancer Diagnosis

A mixed discipline research team from UCLA and Stanford University has released its findings on how using the nanocrystals known as quantum dots (qdots) in molecular medical imaging can help us better understand cell processes, thus improving cancer diagnosis and treatment. Posted 2 February 2005

4 Mar 2005

Scientists Invent Digital Memory Device Using Commodity Plastics Transformed by Nanotechnology

UCLA scientists have developed and built a plastic, non-volatile memory device using solution processing. This new device is made by combining gold nanoparticles with polysterene, and has great potential for the manufacture of low-cost, high-density memory storage products. Posted 8 December 2004.

4 Mar 2005

Industry Heavyweights Line Up to Advise California NanoSystems Institute (CNSI)

An industry advisory board comprising well-known venture capitalists and corporate investors has been appointed to the California NanoSystems Institute (CNSI). The board will help nanotechnology researchers to focus on small technologies with potentially big economic pay-offs. Posted 1 March 2004.

4 Mar 2005

Formation of Nanoparticles in Plasmas in Microgravity Conditions and Potential Industry Applications

Experiments performed under microgravity conditions can help researchers find out more about the formation of nanoparticles in plasmas. The article considers research on plasma crystals using an adaptive electrode, industry applications for complex plasmas and how this work might improve processes.

4 Mar 2005

Latest Articles

Batteries, Capacitors and Supercapacitors - Methods Used for Improvement and Space Applications

Carbon Nanotubes - Processing Methods and Potential Applications in Space

Nanostructured and Nanocrystalline Metals, Metal Matrix Composites and Ceramics - Space Applications

Joint Project to Study Nanoparticulate Layer Technology for Improved Efficiency in Display Devices

What Can Nanotechnology Do?

Research into the Formation of Nanoparticles in Liquids under Microgravity Conditions

Researchers Assess the Evolution of Quantum Dot Imaging and Reveal its Potential in Cancer Diagnosis

Scientists Invent Digital Memory Device Using Commodity Plastics Transformed by Nanotechnology

Industry Heavyweights Line Up to Advise California NanoSystems Institute (CNSI)

Formation of Nanoparticles in Plasmas in Microgravity Conditions and Potential Industry Applications

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