Superionic Hydride Ion Conductor at Ambient Conditions Developed
Chinese scientists have developed the first superionic hydride ion conductor at ambient conditions. Prior to it, hydride negative ion conductors were recorded to achieve ultra-fast conduction at about 300 ℃.
New Type of Electronic Skin Created
Chinese researchers have developed a new type of electronic skin, which allows robots to navigate their surroundings through touch in the dark. It is able to react to changed temperature and pressure and stretch out when necessary.
Oil Giant Discovers High-yield Industrial Gas Stream
China National Petroleum Corporation tested a shale gas well deployed in Sichuan and obtained a stable daily gas production of 738,800 cubic meters. This is the world's first commercially exploitable, high-yield industrial gas stream drilled in an ancient Cambrian shale formation of 540 million years old.
AC332 Helicopter Makes First Full-state Flight
China's AC 332 twin-engine civil helicopter successfully made its first full-state flight here on April 7, according to its developer the Aviation Industry Corporation of China. It was developed to add to the country's current emergency aviation rescue equipment arsenal and is expected to obtain its type certificate in 2025.