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September 26, 2014

Solar cell compound probed under pressure
Washington DC (SPX) Sep 26, 2014
Gallium arsenide, GaAs, a semiconductor composed of gallium and arsenic is well known to have physical properties that promise practical applications. In the form of nanowires and nanoparticles, it has particular potential for use in the manufacture of solar cells and optoelectronics in many of the same applications that silicon is commonly used. But the natural semiconducting ability of GaAs requires some tuning in order to make it more desirable for use in manufacturing these types of products. ... read more

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				Denver Taps Community Solar for Sustainability Initiative An increasing number of municipalities and public agencies across the country are joining residents and businesses in utilizing locally-produced renewable energy via community solar facilities to po ... more		Solar-powered family car Stella rides California coast A solar-powered family car completed its drive from Los Angeles to San Francisco fueled by good vibes and pure California sunshine. ... more

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'Bendy' LEDs "Bendy" light-emitting diode (LED) displays and solar cells crafted with inorganic compound semiconductor micro-rods are moving one step closer to reality, thanks to graphene and the work of a team ... more		Nature's designs inspire research into new light-based technologies "Nature has developed, very cleverly, some lessons on how to create the features that we desire in optical design," said Joseph Shaw, director of the Optical Technology Center at Montana State Unive ... more		Descended From Everyone, Related To No One UAH Earth System Science Center researchers question world record for hottest temperature ever observed Biochar materials engineered from wood demonstrate mechanical strength comparable to steel		Malaysian 'Smart Villages' offer proven ideas for sustainable development As nations zero in on the UN's post-2015 global Sustainable Development Goals, innovations being successfully pioneered and demonstrated in Malaysia offer several proven tactical ideas for improving ... more
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