All articles tagged with #thermal conductivity
Scientists have discovered a unique extraterrestrial mineral, silica tridymite, from a meteorite that exhibits unusual heat properties, maintaining constant thermal conductivity when heated, unlike any known Earth material, with potential applications in manufacturing and temperature control.
Scientists at Columbia University discovered a hybrid crystal-glass material called tridymite that maintains constant thermal conductivity across a wide temperature range, with potential applications in heat management for industries like steel production, which could significantly reduce carbon emissions and impact future technologies.
Researchers at the University of Minnesota have discovered a new method for tuning the thermal conductivity of materials to control heat flow "on the fly." Their tuning range is the highest ever recorded among one-step processes in the field, and will open a door to developing more energy-efficient and durable electronic devices. The researchers' method provides a way to turn heat flow on and off in devices, showing promise for effective thermal management and energy consumption in the electronic devices people use every day.