New silicon tricks: carbon could boost the speed of silicon chips

Article Abstract:

Latest microcircuit research points to the development of germanium-carbon mix in chips to correct acute current loss problems of chips. Some are determining the feasibility of the new chips while other are questioning the economic viability of these parts.

Usage, Innovations, Semiconductor chips, Integrated circuits, Carbon, Semiconductors

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Winds of change; can skyscrapers withstand stronger hurricanes?

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The experience of Hurricanes Andrew and Floyd has led some observers to believe that global warming may be bringing about stronger, more destructive hurricanes. This has led to the additional concern that such a hurricane might strike a major city.

Safety and security measures, Forecasts and trends, Skyscrapers, Hurricane forecasting, High rise buildings

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Oceans, stronger hurricanes

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The strength of hurricanes in relation to global warming resulting in raise of temperature of the world's ocean and increasing their evaporation is discussed.

Science & research, Hurricanes, Ocean temperature

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