Tuesday, November 3, 2026
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Ultrashort laser pulses can slice lab-grown diamond along useful crystal plane

More than just a precious gemstone for jewelry, diamond has properties that make it attractive for several next-generation, high-performance technologies. Its high thermal conductivity can help move heat away from semiconductor devices, while its wide bandgap is promising for high-power electronics....

Ultrashort laser pulses  can slice lab-grown diamond along useful crystal plane
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More than just a precious gemstone for jewelry, diamond has properties that make it attractive for several next-generation, high-performance technologies. Its high thermal conductivity can help move heat away from semiconductor devices, while its wide bandgap is promising for high-power electronics. Moreover, its transparency in the visible light range makes diamond useful for demanding optical applications.

Originally published at Phys.org

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