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Video: Laser-Triggered Chemical Reactions

Posted September 22, 2009 10:35 AM

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Nylon microcapsules containing carbon nanotubes heat up and then burst when illuminated with a near-infrared laser. These photo-triggered capsules can release chemicals on demand, allowing for precise control of chemical reactions.

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Re: Video: Laser-Triggered Chemical Reactions

09/23/2009 10:20 AM

People do flukes and commercialise them. That's applied science!!!

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