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Tech Xplore / New model bridges ferroelectric physics and circuit modeling

A new physics-based analytical model can accurately predict ferroelectric behavior under real-world, complex voltages, according to a study led by University of Michigan Engineering. The model bridges the longstanding gap ...

Aug 12, 2026
Tech Xplore / Electrochemical method could make seawater a low-cost source of magnesium salts

Magnesium supplements are gaining popularity to treat conditions such as insomnia, migraines and constipation. Most magnesium salts are extracted from rocks by crushing and heating them, which requires a lot of energy. Now, ...

Aug 12, 2026
Tech Xplore / New manufacturing platform could shrink costs for 6G beam-steering antennas

For the first time, researchers have developed a technology that could enable 6G antennas to be mass-produced on wafers in much the same way as semiconductor devices.

Aug 12, 2026
Tech Xplore / Extreme space weather could disrupt flights and expose passengers to high radiation, study warns

Researchers at the Surrey Space Centre (SCC) found that extreme space weather events can significantly increase radiation exposure at typical flight altitudes of 8–14 km (5–9 miles) and trigger faults in aircraft electronics—posing ...

Aug 12, 2026
Tech Xplore / 'Forgetful' AI semiconductor processes recent inputs without separate resets

For the first time, researchers have demonstrated that the "ability to forget" can serve as a new computational function for artificial intelligence.

Aug 12, 2026
Tech Xplore / Today's downloads predict tomorrow's scientific impact—up to five years out

The trail of likes, shares and downloads we leave across the internet could help predict successful innovations years in advance, Cornell researchers showed by curating two datasets that allowed them to compare early engagement ...

Aug 11, 2026
Tech Xplore / Should people marry AI agents?

The widespread use of conversational platforms such as ChatGPT and Gemini is raising important new ethical, anthropological and legal questions regarding the potential risks, misuses and shortcomings of artificial intelligence ...

Aug 11, 2026
Tech Xplore / Three holographic layers steer red, green and blue light for brighter AR displays

Researchers have developed a full-color near-eye display that uses three stacked holographic gratings, each engineered to direct red, green or blue light. The new design could help advance compact, energy-efficient augmented ...

Aug 11, 2026
Tech Xplore / With a feel for physics, AI models simulate a wider range of real-world scenarios

Artificial intelligence models are jacks of many trades, including writing, generating images, and creating 3D models. But they aren't as helpful when it comes to testing robots or designs for vehicles in diverse environments, ...

Aug 11, 2026
Tech Xplore / Neutral salt layer could address one of perovskite solar cells' biggest drawbacks

One of the most promising technologies is perovskite solar cells. They are highly efficient at converting sunlight into electricity, can be manufactured as thin and flexible devices, and require less energy and lower production ...

Aug 11, 2026
Tech Xplore / Graphene-powered soft lens could pave the way for smarter glasses, cameras and medical devices

The ability to change focus instantly is something most people take for granted. Every day, our eyes effortlessly switch between reading a book, recognizing a face across the room or watching a bird fly overhead. Replicating ...

Aug 10, 2026
Tech Xplore / How malicious SIM cards can hijack smartphones, EV chargers and connected devices

Subscriber Identity Modules (SIMs), secure elements used to connect devices to a mobile network, can pose severe security risks when compromised. A malicious SIM could allow attackers to gather information about a device, ...

Aug 10, 2026