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Graphene nano-coils are natural electromagnets: Rice University researchers discover graphene spirals could challenge macro solenoids

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A nano-coil made of graphene could be an effective solenoid inductor for electronic applications, according to researchers at Rice...

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Application of Tin Nanostructures in Wastewater Treatment, Production of Nanocomposites

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Graphene nano-coils are natural electromagnets: Rice University researchers discover graphene spirals could challenge macro solenoids

The secret is in a spiral form of atom-thin graphene that, remarkably, can be found in nature, according to Rice theoretical physicist Boris Yakobson and his colleagues.

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Various Types of Air Nanofilters Commercialized in Iran

There is a layer of nanofibers in power plant nanofitlers made by Behran Filter Company," he said about the technical details of the filters. "The nanofilters have smaller pores in comparison with filter papers. Therefore, the efficiency in separation...

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Iranian Scientists Use New Model to Reduce Errors in Prediction of Nanocomposites' Behavior

The difference between the results obtained from the model and experimental data is less than that of the previous models. Results of the research have applications in materials engineering, mechanical engineering and aerospace to decrease...

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Hubble Maps Show Jupiter Changes and Prepare for Juno

New maps of Jupiter, produced using images from NASA's Hubble Space Telescope, provide a detailed window on the giant planet's dynamic features. The views come as the agency prepares for its Juno mission to arrive at Jupiter in a little less than a...

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NASA Eyes on Earth Aid Response to Carolina Flooding

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Relative soil moisture over the Carolinas on Oct. 5, 2015, shown in percent. Green indicates the soils are 50...

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Exoplanet Anniversary: From Zero to Thousands in 20 Years

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NASA's Cassini spacecraft will get its best-ever look at the northernmost reaches of the Saturnian moon Enceladus on Oct....

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