In-depth articles written by our editorial team focusing on the latest developments in materials science and technology
Piezoresponse force microscopy (PFM) is a variation of atomic force microscopy (AFM) that uses a conductive probe tip to measure the piezoelectric, and more commonly the ferroelectric, domains of a material.
By Liam Critchley
5 Dec 2018
This article discusses the properties and applications of photonic crystals.
By Kerry Taylor-Smith
2 Nov 2018
This article discusses the innovative uses of photovoltaics.
By Kerry Taylor-Smith
2 Nov 2018
This article discusses converting light-based information into sound using photonic microchips
By Isabelle Robinson
2 Nov 2018
This article discusses how using laser pulses assists to calculate accurate distances.
By Vignesh Mukund
30 Oct 2018
This article discusses how LiDAR can be used to assist in archaeological surveying.
By Kerry Taylor-Smith
30 Oct 2018
This article discusses how photonics are being used in the field of virtual reality (VR).
By Isabelle Robinson
30 Oct 2018
This article discusses shirlean optics and how they help to visualize sound.
By Bea Howarth
26 Oct 2018
This article discusses how to use lasers to detect turbulence in the distance.
By Isabelle Robinson
26 Oct 2018
This article discusses using photons to accelerate spacecraft, otherwise known as photonic propulsion.
By Brett Smith
26 Oct 2018