(A) Schematic cross section of the Berkeley Lab High Frequency Abacus Nanotube Resonator. An evaporation of materials such as indium onto the carbon nanotube forms an abacus-like structure of moveable beads along the nanotube. (B) Scanning … [Read more...] about High Frequency Abacus Nanotube Resonator IB-2330
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Cost-Effective, Laser-Assisted In Situ Nanostructure Fabrication and Processing JIB-2121
APPLICATIONS OF TECHNOLOGY: Nanoscale fabrication and manufacturing of: Medical micro- and nano-devices including components for implants Materials and structures for microelectronics and optoelectronics Contacts, circuit lines, interconnects, and integrated circuits for semiconductors Repairing lithographic photomasks, integrated circuits, and other … [Read more...] about Cost-Effective, Laser-Assisted In Situ Nanostructure Fabrication and Processing JIB-2121
Nanoscale Pattern Transfer for Lithography, Optics, Films and NEMS IB-2162
APPLICATIONS OF TECHNOLOGY: Nanoscale pattern transfer for materials such as: Molds made of silicon or metal Polymer films Metal printing press Light-reflective films to cover windows in homes and cars Patterning nanoscale … [Read more...] about Nanoscale Pattern Transfer for Lithography, Optics, Films and NEMS IB-2162
Electrostatic Graphene Loudspeaker IB 2013-030 2013-030
TECHNOLOGY SUMMARY: Alex Zettl and Qin Zhou of Berkeley Lab have developed a miniaturized graphene-based electrostatic audio transducer. The speaker / earphone is straightforward in design and operation and has excellent frequency response across the entire audio frequency range (20 Hz - 20k Hz) with performance matching or surpassing commercially available audio earphones. … [Read more...] about Electrostatic Graphene Loudspeaker IB 2013-030 2013-030
Boron Nitride Converted Carbon Fibers IB- 2013-032
APPLICATIONS OF TECHNOLOGY: Carbon fibers used in high temperature environments or harsh chemical (e.g. oxidative) environments, e.g., aerospace or nuclear industries Non-black color carbon fiber ADVANTAGES: Increased oxidation resistance, from 600°C for raw carbon fibers to almost 1000°C for boron nitride converted fibers Potential for reduced cost No … [Read more...] about Boron Nitride Converted Carbon Fibers IB- 2013-032