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New Approach to Make Cheaper, More Efficient Solar Cells

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Author:Dinesh Rakwal Abstract by:pratima avasthi

An Indian-origin mechanical engineer has developed a new approach to slice thin wafers of the chemical element germanium, so that they can be used in Read Abstract

Published: September 15, 2008 Visits: 6 words : 600

Coming Soon: Cars That Can Shrink and Make U-Turns on the Spot!

Author:Ying Hui Choo Abstract by:pratima avasthi

Cars that can shrink into tight parking spaces, are wind-powered, and can even do a u-turn on the spot are among the 29 vehicles that have made the sh Read Abstract

Published: September 12, 2008 Visits: 7 words : 600

Now, a Ground-Breaking Gecko Like Adhesive That Self Cleans After Use

Author:Ron Fearing Abstract by:pratima avasthi

In a pursuit to create a synthetic, gecko-like adhesive, researchers at the University of California, Berkeley have achieved a major breakthrough- the Read Abstract

Published: September 11, 2008 Visits: 2 words : 600

What Happened at the Big Bang.

Author:Robert Aymar. Abstract by:pratima avasthi

Scientists in a vast underground Swiss laboratory will launch an experiment on Wednesday to re-enact the "Big Bang" on a small scale to explain the or Read Abstract

Published: September 9, 2008 Visits: 11 words : 600

Solar Powered System Will Help Reduce Ship's Emissions

Authors:Japan's largest shipping line are developing a system of solar panels capable of generating 40 kilowatts of electricity for use on a 60; 000 ton cargo ship; thus reducing the ship's emissions. Abstract by:pratima avasthi

Japan's largest shipping line are developing a system of solar panels capable of generating 40 kilowatts of electricity for use on a 60,000 ton cargo Read Abstract

Published: September 8, 2008 Visits: 4 words : 600