The discovery of a new use for waste material left over refining fossil fuels could lead to benefits for the thermal imaging industry. A University of Arizona-led international team has found that the sulfur left over from the refining process can be transformed into inexpensive, lightweight plastic lenses for infrared detection devices. "We have for the first time a polymer … [Read more...]
Diamond-Mineral Oil Mix May Be Best Heat Transfer Nanofluid, Say Researchers
A mixture of diamond nanoparticles and mineral oil may be the most effective nanofluid for heat transfer applications, according to new research from Rice University. Thermal fluids are used in a variety of applications, from protecting machine components from the effects of wear-and-tear to power transmission systems, solar cells, nanoelectronic mechanical systems and cooling … [Read more...]
Flexible Thermoelectric Generator Could Power Wearable Devices Using Body Heat
Researchers have developed a new thermoelectric generator that could replace batteries as a more versatile power source. As interest grows in wearable electronics like Google Glass, smartwatches and fitness trackers, finding a suitable, long-lasting reliable power supply for these devices becomes an increasingly important concern for designers. Now, a team of researchers from … [Read more...]
Microchips Tolerate Extreme Temperatures in Industrial Applications
German scientists have successfully fabricated compact microchips able to tolerate temperatures up to 300°C in an achievement that could have significant implications for the geothermal and oil production industries. Drill bits and borehole probes employed in the geothermal industry are fitted with a range of sensors and control mechanisms in order to record and analyze … [Read more...]
Polymer-Based Thermal Interface Material Cools Devices at 200°C
Scientists have developed a new polymer-based thermal interface material (TIM) capable of conducing heat 20 times better than conventional polymer. Reliable in temperatures of up to 200°C, the modified material can be fabricated on heat sinks and heat spreaders and adheres well to components in servers, LEDs and mobile devices. “Thermal management schemes can get more … [Read more...]
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