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Sci-tech 2011-2012
Carbon Fibers
(March 2012)
Carbon fiber technology, developed in Japan decades ago, has come into the limelight for use in a growing array of lightweight, cutting-edge applications.
The Japanese Bolt
(March 2012)
Japanese industrial development has been sustained over the years by small, innovative, hard-working manufacturers. Today, major engineering firms around the world also rely on this advanced expertise.
The Latest Japanese Textiles and Knitting
(March 2012)
Technological advances in the traditional weaving and knitting industry have revolutionized the creation of modern-day cloth and fabric, helping to generate an array of astonishing new designs, composition and quality.
Japan's Science of Odors
(March 2012)
When people consider odor, they have few pleasant thoughts. But in Japan today, scientists are conducting advanced research into the amazing benefits of using odor to prevent danger and detect disease.
Instant Phone Translation
(January 2012)
Japanese cell phone and smartphone users will soon be able to talk freely with people who don't speak a word of Japanese. The new phones use amazing new technologies to translate spoken conversations in real time. Good bye, language barrier!
Japan's K Supercomputer
(January 2012)
Japan's K supercomputer is now the world's fastest, carrying out calculations at over 10 petaflops and opening up many new possibilities for advanced research and simulations.
Cell Sheets
(September 2011)
Technology for creating cell sheets from a patient's cells or tissue is becoming an effective alternative to organ transplantation in the treatment of serious illnesses.
Japanese Earthquake Resistance and SeismicIsolation Technologies
(July 2011)
An array of technologies are continually developed in Japan in response to natural disasters.
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