Converting the energy of waste heat occurring in integrated circuits
The heat which occurs in tiny computer processors might soon be no longer useless or even a problem. On the contrary: It could be...
New idea to harnessing lightning strikes electrical charges for electricity
Wednesday a group of chemists from the University of Campinas in Brazil presented theirs research at 240th National Meeting of the American chemical Society...
The dynamo effect
Experimental models of astrophysical and planetary dynamos have been studied in the laboratory and generate magnetic fields with new geometries.
Magnetic fields are ubiquitous in...
Power without the power cord
Cell phones and flashlights operate by battery without trouble. Yet because of the limited lifespan, battery power is not a feasible option for many...
Magnetic energy basics and 5 areas of use
Magnetic energy, a fascinating aspect of the physical world, holds tremendous potential for various applications.
I will try to present in this article the realm...
Magnetic field sensor from Plastic paint developed by University of Utah
Physicists at University of Utah developed an inexpensive, highly accurate magnetic field sensor. This new magnetic field sensor, good for scientific or consumer uses...
Apple’s Proposed Electromagnetic Induction System
Just as the auto industry is racing to find the perfect electric engine, the tech sector is in a similar race to find a...
The secret of unmagnetized magnets
EPFL physicists studying magnetic materials have discovered that they have some unexpected properties. Their research could lead to the development of even tinier magnets...
All-electric highway that wirelessly charges cars and trucks
A Stanford University research team has designed a high-efficiency charging system that uses magnetic fields to wirelessly transmit large electric currents between metal coils...
Need for new magnet materials
Increasing demand and a shrinking supply of rare earth elements for magnets creates a perfect opportunity for a research team from Oak Ridge National...