Saser is an acronym for sound amplification by stimulated emission of radiation. This technology is based on the principle of amplifying sound waves using lasers. The laser light is used to stimulate the emission of sound waves from a material, which amplifies the sound. This technology has a number of potential applications, including sound reinforcement, … Read more
A nano-emissive display (NED) is a display technology that uses nanoscale emitters to create images. The technology is similar to other display technologies such as liquid crystal displays (LCDs) and organic light-emitting diodes (OLEDs), but the emitters in a NED are much smaller, typically just a few nanometers in size. NEDs are still in the … Read more
Nanoanalysis is the study of the physical and chemical properties of matter on the nanometer scale. This includes the use of various analytical methods to characterize nanomaterials, as well as the study of their behavior in biological and environmental systems. What do Oxford Instruments do? Oxford Instruments designs, manufactures and supplies world-leading technology solutions for … Read more
The Fourth Industrial Revolution is the term given to the current trend of automation and data exchange in manufacturing technologies. It includes cyber-physical systems, the Internet of Things, cloud computing and cognitive computing. This revolution represents a fundamental change in the way we live, work and relate to one another. It is a transformation that … Read more
A nanocrystal is a particle of matter that measures just a few nanometers (nm) in at least one dimension. In other words, a nanocrystal is a very small particle. Nanocrystals are also sometimes called nanoclusters, nanocrystallites, or nanosized crystals. Nanocrystals can be found in a variety of materials, including metals, semiconductors, and even some types … Read more
A dendrimer is a three-dimensional, branched macromolecule with a relatively high molecular weight. The term “dendrimer” is derived from the Greek word “dendron”, which means “tree”. Dendrimers are typically synthesized using a “bottom-up” approach, starting with a core molecule that is then functionalized with monomers to create branching points. This process is repeated until the … Read more
An exponential assembly is a process whereby a large number of small objects are assembled together to form a larger object. This process is often used in nanotechnology, where it is difficult to assemble large numbers of objects by traditional means. The exponential assembly process works by starting with a small number of objects, and … Read more
Quantum mirage is a phenomenon that occurs when light waves interfere with each other to create the illusion of a three-dimensional (3D) image. It is similar to the way a mirage is created when light waves reflect off of a hot surface, such as a desert highway. Quantum mirages can be created using a variety … Read more
Nanofabrication is the process of creating objects with dimensions on the nanometer scale. This can be done using various techniques, such as lithography, chemical vapor deposition, and electrodeposition. Nanofabrication is used to create various nanomaterials, such as nanotubes, nanoparticles, and nanowires. It is also used to create nanoelectronic devices, such as transistors, and nanoscale sensors. … Read more
Graphene is a material that is made up of a single layer of carbon atoms. It is extremely strong and has unique electrical properties. A graphene transistor is a device that uses graphene to control the flow of electricity. Graphene transistors are made by first creating a graphene sheet. This can be done by using … Read more
