Plastic computer memory device that utilizes electron spin to read and write data: Alternative to traditional semiconductors
Monday, August 9, 2010 - 22:35
in Physics & Chemistry
Researchers have demonstrated the first plastic computer memory device that utilizes the spin of electrons to read and write data. An alternative to traditional microelectronics, so-called "spintronics" could store more data in less space, process data faster, and consume less power.