Journey to the Beginning of the Universe
LISA will be the first space observatory for gravitational waves. Free-floating cubes made of gold and platinum play a central role in the development.
Journey to the Beginning of the Universe
Technologies
Rare Earths: When Corn Helps With Recycling
Rare Earths: When Corn Helps With Recycling
Organic particles could make the recovery of raw materials more eco-friendly.
Study: Offshore Wind Turbines Release Metals
Study: Offshore Wind Turbines Release Metals
No direct effects so far - Alternative corrosion protection required.
Inclusion Through Adaptive Clothing
Inclusion Through Adaptive Clothing
Clothing with sewn-in magnets offers additional comfort and can make life easier for people with physical limitations.
Start-up Wants to Revolutionize Cooling Technology
Start-up Wants to Revolutionize Cooling Technology
Magnetocaloric effect and rare earths enable energy-efficient cooling.
Indium: The Secret Star of Photovoltaics
Indium: The Secret Star of Photovoltaics
Solar modules are becoming increasingly efficient - also thanks to the technology metal indium. With the expansion of renewable energies, demand is rising.