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Scientists steer single atoms on magnetic surfaces for first time
Scientists in Germany have achieved a world first by moving individual atoms from one position to a precisely defined final one using magnetism, unlocking the potential for controlled atomic motion in nanotechnology and data storage.
The research team from the University of Kiel (CAU) and the University of Hamburg used a highly sensitive scanning tunneling microscope (STM) to manipulate atoms on a specially engineered magnetic surface.
New quantum battery design promises nanoscale energy storage
In the coming years, batteries so tiny yet powerful could revolutionize everything from smartphones to supercomputers.
Energy storage is about to take a massive leap forward, with the new concept of “topological quantum battery” at the forefront.
A theoretical study by researchers at the RIKEN Center for Quantum Computing and Huazhong University of Science and Technology has shown how to efficiently design a quantum battery.
UK firm RML gets approval for world’s highest-density EV battery
British firm the RML Group has been granted Conformity of Production (CoP) approval for its new VarEVolt battery, ticking a crucial box as it prepares to pitch the pack to major car makers.
It has been verified as building products compliant with safety standard UN ECE Regulation 100, a requirement for many larger OEMs and car manufacturers.
“Performance is a key part of what RML offers,” said James Arkell, RML’s head of powertrain. “Doing this safely, reliably and repeatably is key to our success, and this certification solidifies that message to the industry.”
The Physics of Size: Could Mini-Me Jump as High as Full-Size Me?
Sometimes I watch videos on YouTube. There was this fun Veritasium video with an interesting interview question from Google. It goes something like this.
You are shrunk down to the size of a nickel and put in a blender. How do you escape before the blender is turned on?
The answer is apparently that you just jump out. The idea is that a 5 centimeter tall person could jump just as high as a normal sized person. I mean, it sort of makes sense — there are many dogs that can jump as high as a horse, right?
