Herein, we used time-resolved neutron reflectometry (NR) to observe SEI formation under Li–N2R conditions. We found that the LiBF4-based electrolyte provided a substantially more well-defined SEI ...

Using a combination of transmission electron microscopy, grazing-incidence diffraction, neutron and X-ray reflectometry, and X-ray photoelectron spectroscopy, we characterize the nanocomposite films ...

To better understand this EC performance, we used in situ neutron reflectometry (NR) to examine the interfacial dynamics of Al dissolution and passivation at a 100 nm scale occurring on the surface of ...

More details regarding the presence of different triblock copolymer conformations would require advanced scattering techniques (e.g., neutron reflectometry) and asymmetrically modified polymer probes ...

We don't really know, but probably some truly bizarre physics. Neutron stars are some of the weirdest cosmic objects, and the greatest mysteries lie deep in their hearts. Neutron stars are the ...

Curved neutron beams could deliver benefits straight to industry Date: April 17, 2025 Source: National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) Summary: Scientists have created the first ...

Curved neutron Airy beams have been generated for the first time using a custom diffraction grating, enabling neutrons to follow parabolic paths, resist spreading, and self-heal after encountering ...

The First Flavor Separation The neutron data also gave the scientists a bonus. It let them look at up and down quarks separately. These are the two “flavors” of quarks found in protons and ...

"There are only a few viable yet rare scenarios in the cosmos where these elements can form, and all such locations need a copious amount of neutrons." Free neutrons have a half-life of only 15 ...

Russia's nuclear regulator Rostechnadzor has given the go-ahead for the Beloyarsk nuclear power plant's planned fifth unit - a fast neutron BN-1200 reactor. Preparatory construction works are expected ...