Data Storage Institute (DSI)
A bit of progress
8 May 2012A modified approach to fabrication of magnetic memory elements may lead to a new generation of stable, ultra-high-capacity hard drives
Novel coding technique patented by A*STAR researchers
10 Apr 2012A pioneering error correction technique developed at the A*STAR Data Storage Institute holds promise for the development of next-generation computers
Integrated laser on silicon is looking good
27 Mar 2012A unique ‘micro-loop mirror’ design may enhance the performance of integrated laser on silicon
When additives are good
13 Mar 2012Researchers have devised a simple and inexpensive approach to making soft magnetic films for microwave applications
Better connected
14 Feb 2012A novel link between optical fibers and nanometer-scale silicon structures could aid the development of integrated optical circuits
Magnetic memories
31 Jan 2012Magnetic random-access memory based on new spin transfer technology achieves higher storage density by packing multiple bits of data into each memory cell
Bit by bit
31 Jan 2012A fabrication method that does not require etching and pattern transfer pushes recording densities in bit-patterned media to 3.3 terabits per square inch
A flexible filter
20 Dec 2011Plastic containing periodic arrays of split-ring resonators can be used to filter terahertz signal
Coupled duo
6 Dec 2011Systematic study of the switching behavior in differential dual spin valves reveals the role of interlayer couplings
In the crossfire
25 Oct 2011The elimination of detrimental cross-talks in single-photon detectors pushes quantum optics to new limits
Golden atoms
27 Sep 2011Similarities between the electronic states of molecules and the optical properties of gold nanostructures aid the development of new photonic devices
Bright prospects
2 Aug 2011A silicon chip with integrated laser and optical grating offers new possibilities for telecommunications