Atomic Sandblasters Could Replace Silicon
Wednesday, June 29, 2016 - 07:31
in Physics & Chemistry
Virtually all electronics today rely on silicon computer chips, but this darling of the tech industry has drawbacks. Researchers at Oak Ridge National Laboratory may have found a pathway to a cheaper, lighter and more efficient replacement. Today, silicon computer chips are produced through a complicated, multi-step process that utilizes extremely harsh chemicals to etch […]