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Sandia National Laboratories generates neutrons in a radical way Apr 18th 2012, 03:46 The Responsive Neutron Generator Product Deployment Center (say that quickly five times) at Sandia Labs in Albuquerque, NM has discovered a way to take the conventional cylindrical tubes out of the equation and introduce a more computer-chip like, mass-produced neutron source on an astonishingly smaller scale. For those seeking lay terms, we're hearing that possible practical applications include implantation close to tumors in cancer patients to minimize time in the hospital for treatment, and sensors for contraband. Sandia Labs' technical staff has created what it calls a "neutristor," which produces one neutron per transistor, a concept that was directly inspired by the two transistors per bit on microchips. The team is currently seeking funding to ensure future viability, and well, to pay for stuff. Check out the video after the break, as well as further information at the source. Continue reading Sandia National Laboratories generates neutrons in a radical way Sandia National Laboratories generates neutrons in a radical way originally appeared on Engadget on Tue, 17 Apr 2012 23:46:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink   |  Sandia National Laboratories  | Email this | Comments DTS and SRS Labs to combine into one big happy family Apr 18th 2012, 03:07 You've probably heard of both DTS and SRS Labs or seen their logos, but you might not be able to explain exactly what these companies do. To put it simply: both enhance the sound from our electronics, and now, they'll be doing it together. In a cash-and-stock deal worth just under $10 a share DTS will acquire SRS Labs, giving the new company over a thousand audio related patents (what else?) and trademarks. The deal is valued at about $148 million and expected to be accretive to DTS by 2013. It's hard to predict what this might mean for us consumers, but we're sure both hope that when two great companies get together they find new ways to make better products. Of course,, that isn't always how these deals turn out. Continue reading DTS and SRS Labs to combine into one big happy family DTS and SRS Labs to combine into one big happy family originally appeared on Engadget on Tue, 17 Apr 2012 23:07:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink   |   | Email this | Comments HTC and Sina Weibo debut One S with dedicated microblog functions (video) Apr 18th 2012, 02:38 Just when you'd warmed to the idea of three navigation buttons on HTC's One lineup, the company went back and re-added a fourth button to the row -- in mainland China, anyway. To follow the debut of its Desire (aka Dragon) lineup, HTC has introduced a One S variant that it designed in collaboration with Sina Weibo, the country's most popular alternative to Twitter. The phone sports a dedicated Sina microblog button, along with a set of bundled software from the popular weibo service, but otherwise remains true to its namesake. The handset will be available in both black and gunmetal blue enclosures, and will sell for 4,688 yuan, or approximately $740. Our associates at Engadget China recently snagged a hands-on with HTC's latest, and have provided a video tour for English audiences to enjoy. Take a peek after the break. Continue reading HTC and Sina Weibo debut One S with dedicated microblog functions (video) HTC and Sina Weibo debut One S with dedicated microblog functions (video) originally appeared on Engadget on Tue, 17 Apr 2012 22:38:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds. Permalink   |  Engadget China  | Email this | Comments

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