The shearing of fluids, which involves the sliding of fluid layers over each other under shear forces, is a critical concept in nature and in the field of rheology. Rheology, the study of flow behavior in matter such as liquids and soft solids, looks at how shear forces induce deformation or slippage between material layers.
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Granular materials are a fascinating subject of study, with properties that can vary greatly depending on their arrangement and composition. When walking on the beach, sand seems solid and difficult to compress, but put those same sand grains in an hourglass and they flow like a liquid. Scientists have been able to fine-tune the flow
Recent research led by a team of scientists from Boston College has uncovered the existence of dual topological phases in an intrinsic monolayer crystal. This groundbreaking discovery sheds light on new and unconventional properties found in quantum materials. These dual topological insulating states introduce a fresh approach to creating topological flat minibands through electron interactions,
The use of coherent light sources in the deep ultraviolet (DUV) region has always been crucial in various fields such as lithography, defect inspection, metrology, and spectroscopy. However, traditional high-power 193-nanometer (nm) lasers have faced coherence limitations, especially in applications requiring high-resolution patterns like interference lithography. This has led to the development of the hybrid
In a control room in Romania, engineer Antonia Toma initiates the activation of the world’s most powerful laser, marking a significant milestone in laser technology. Operated by French company Thales, this laser, built near Bucharest, holds the promise of groundbreaking advancements in various sectors, ranging from healthcare to space exploration. The minds behind this revolutionary
In a groundbreaking study conducted by researchers from the RIKEN Center for Emergent Matter Science in Japan, a major breakthrough has been achieved in the field of wave-based information processing devices. This research holds the promise of revolutionizing the way information is stored and manipulated, paving the way for the development of more efficient and
The pursuit of quantum computing has long been hindered by the requirement for extremely low temperatures, just fractions of a degree above absolute zero. These temperatures are necessary to isolate quantum phenomena from the classical world. However, the need for large refrigeration systems to operate even a single qubit has been a major obstacle in
In a recent study published in the journal Physical Review Letters, a team of physicists and engineers from China introduced a new type of gravimeter that offers high sensitivity and stability at room temperature. Traditionally, gravity measurement devices have had limitations, such as aging quickly or requiring cold containers, making them inefficient and difficult to
In a recent study published in Nature Communications, RIKEN physicists have introduced a new magnetic material that has the potential to revolutionize computer memory storage. This breakthrough could lead to higher memory density and faster memory writing speeds compared to conventional memory devices currently in use. The Problem with Ferromagnets Memory devices like hard disks
Cerium, a rare Earth metal with various technological applications, has long been a subject of interest for scientists studying the synthesis of elements in stars. While cerium is scarce in Earth’s crust, it is relatively more abundant in the universe. Recent research conducted by the n_TOF collaboration at CERN has shed new light on how