Self-Sustaining Solitary Light Wave Packets Could Inspire New Generation Of Computer Networks
Thursday, May 15, 2008 - 09:14
in Physics & Chemistry
European researchers say their study of self-sustaining solitary light wave packets could result in a new generation of computers and optical telecommunications networks. Using light rather than electronic or magnetic devices to store and move data is quicker, more energy efficient and cost-effective, and cavity solitons could be the key to unlocking this technology.
Read the whole article on Science Daily
More from Science Daily
Related
- Engineers tune a nanoscale grating structure to trap and release a variety of light wavesTue, 17 Feb 2009, 13:22:54 EST
- Boston University partners in NSF challenge to create wireless network using visible lightMon, 6 Oct 2008, 14:22:30 EDT
- Supercontinuum generation and soliton dynamics milestone achievedThu, 20 Nov 2008, 17:57:12 EST
- Freeing light shines promise on energy-efficient lightingTue, 15 Jul 2008, 12:14:24 EDT
- SRI and SDK announce breakthrough performance in OLED devices for solid-state lighting applicationsTue, 28 Jul 2009, 14:56:51 EDT