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TechnologyAdvantages and Applications of Metamaterial Antennas Metamaterial antennas are a type of antenna that uses metamaterials to improve the performance of miniature (electrically small) antenna systems. Their function, like that of…
PhysicsLinear Elasticity – a key topic in solid mechanics Linear elasticity is a key topic in solid mechanics, specifically the study of materials’ mechanical behavior. It is a mathematical model that describes how solid…
EngineeringElectromagnetic Clutch An electromagnetic clutch is a form of clutch that uses electromagnetic force to engage and disengage the machine’s driving and driven components. This type of…
EngineeringInsulated-gate Bipolar Transistor An insulated-gate bipolar transistor (IGBT) is a three-terminal power semiconductor that functions primarily as an electronic switch. It is a semiconductor device that is widely…
EngineeringCrossatron – in Electronics A crossatron is a high-power pulsed modulator device made up of a cold cathode gas-filled tube that incorporates features from thyratrons, vacuum tubes, and power…
EngineeringArcing Horns Arcing horns (also known as arc-horns) are projecting conductors that shield insulators or switch hardware in high-voltage electric power transmission lines from damage during a…
EnvironmentClimate Inaction has a Substantial Global Cost Historically, assessments of how climate change will affect global economy have been based on annual temperature fluctuations. However, the extra effects of variability and extremes…
PsychologyDiscrimination may Speed up Aging Discrimination may accelerate the biological processes of aging, according to a new study headed by academics at the NYU School of Global Public Health. The…
TechnologyElectric Power Quality Electric power quality refers to how closely a power supply system’s voltage, frequency, and waveform adhere to defined criteria. A stable supply voltage that remains…
TechnologyConcentrated Solar Power (CSP) Concentrated Solar Power (CSP) is a method that employs mirrors or lenses to focus a great amount of sunlight on a small area. This focused…
PhysicsMetamaterial Cloaking – use of metamaterials in an invisibility cloak Metamaterial cloaking uses artificial materials known as metamaterials to modify the behavior of light or other electromagnetic waves. These materials are engineered to have unique…