Nature

Low-temperature proton-exchange membrane fuel cell coupled with compression-assisted absorption refrigeration for low-carbon transport

The Nature Index 2026 Research Leaders reveal the leading institutions and countries/territories in the natural sciences, health sciences, applied sciences and social sciences, according to their ...
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Photovoltaics for vapor compression refrigeration

Scientists in China have developed a PV-driven direct-drive refrigeration system for electronic device cooling. The proposed system has so far provided low exergy levels, but its costs are much lower ...
Nature

Chiral multi-curved shell metamaterials integrating compression-torsion and buckling mechanisms for ideal energy absorption

Metamaterials with compression-torsion or buckling mechanism have demonstrated significant potential for energy absorption. However, compression-torsion metamaterials easily trigger deformation, ...
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Scientists unveil hybrid-energy heat pump combining absorption and compression cycles

Researchers in Hong Kong have developed a hybrid-energy heat pump that seamlessly combines absorption and compression cycles using crystallization-free ionic liquids, improving efficiency and ...