Automated analytical tool makes next-generation microelectronics more energy efficient and operable in extreme environments

https://www.eurekalert.org/news-releases/1070030

"reactive site structure affects single atom catalyst’s ability to speed reaction rate, much faster than with current methods... single platinum atom catalysts stabilized on magnesium oxide support, using extended X-ray absorption fine structure spectroscopy revealing active site number/ distance of neighboring atoms... automated analysis by combining data with theoretical calculations (density functional theory)...  overnight on local computer instead of few days to months"

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