Gold-plated crystals set new standard for natural gas detectors

Thursday, April 6, 2017 - 15:52 in Physics & Chemistry

Materials scientists and engineers have developed a sensor that is fast, sensitive and efficient enough to detect specific wavelengths of electromagnetic energy while on the move. The technology could actively scan areas for methane or natural gas leaks, monitor the health of vast fields of crops or quickly sort plastics for recycling.

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